BTU Peabody Energy PE ratio, current and historical analysis
As of Nov 21, 2024, the Peabody Energy stock's PE ratio is 6.75. This takes into account the latest EPS of $4.17 and stock price of $28.14. The PE ratio marks an increase of 22% from its last 4 quarters average of 5.5.
BTU PE ratio history
The PE ratio of Peabody Energy has averaged 5.04 over the last seven years. The current P/E ratio of 6.75 is 34% higher than the historical average. Looking back at the last seven years, BTU's PE ratio peaked in the Jun 2018 quarter at 7.92, when the price was $45.48 and the EPS was $5.74. The lowest point was in the Jun 2023 quarter, when it reached 2.13 with a price of $21.66 and an EPS of $10.15.
Peabody Energy PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 52.6% in 2023
Maximum annual decrease: -7.07% in 2022
| Year | PE ratio | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 4.41 | 52.6% |
| 2022 | 2.89 | -7.07% |
| 2021 | 3.11 | N/A |
| 2020 | N/A | N/A |
| 2019 | N/A | N/A |
| 2018 | 7.01 | N/A |
| 2016 | N/A | N/A |
| 2015 | N/A | N/A |
| 2014 | N/A | N/A |
BTU average PE ratio chart
The current PE ratio of BTU is higher than its 3 and 5-year averages.
BTU PE vs peers
In comparison to its peer stocks ACI and CNX, BTU's PE ratio is lower. Peabody Energy's PE ratio is trading below the peer average of 9.55.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| BTU Peabody Energy Corp | 6.75 | $3.42B |
| ARLP Alliance Resource Partners Lp | 7.92 | $3.57B |
| NRP Natural Resource Partners Lp | 7.98 | $1.39B |
| ACI Albertsons Companies Inc | 11.02 | $11.04B |
| CNX CNX Resources Corp | 11.26 | $6.07B |
Frequently asked questions
What is Peabody Energy's PE ratio?
The price to earnings ratio for BTU stock as of Nov 21, 2024, stands at 6.75.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Peabody Energy (BTU)?
The 3-year average price to earnings ratio for BTU stock is 4.11.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Peabody Energy (BTU)?
The 5-year average price to earnings ratio for BTU stock is 4.11.
What is the highest PE ratio for BTU?
The highest quarterly PE ratio in the last seven years has been 7.92 and it was in the Jun 2018 quarter.
How does the current PE ratio for BTU compare to its historical average?
BTU's price to earnings ratio is currently 34% above its 7-year historical average.
Why is Peabody Energy's PE ratio so low?
A company with a lower PE ratio may indicate that the market has lower growth expectations for the company's future earnings.
How is BTU's PE ratio calculated (Peabody Energy PE ratio formula)?
You can calculate the P/E ratio by dividing the most recent stock price by the trailing twelve months EPS. As of today (Nov 21, 2024), Peabody Energy's share price is $28.14. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Sep 2024 is $4.17. Therefore, Peabody Energy's PE ratio for today is 6.75. PE RATIO(6.75) = STOCK PRICE($28.14) / TTM EPS($4.17)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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