CNP Centerpoint Energy PE ratio, current and historical analysis
As of Nov 21, 2024, the Centerpoint Energy stock's PE ratio is 21.01. This takes into account the latest EPS of $1.51 and stock price of $31.73. The PE ratio marks an increase of 6% from its last 4 quarters average of 19.8.
CNP PE ratio history
The PE ratio of Centerpoint Energy has averaged 19.07 over the last ten years. The current price-to-earnings ratio of 21.01 is 10% more than the historical average. Analyzing the last ten years, CNP's PE ratio reached its highest point in the Mar 2019 quarter at 47.97, when the price was $30.7 and the EPS was $0.64. The lowest point was recorded in the Mar 2018 quarter, when it reached 6.7 with a price of $27.4 and an EPS of $4.09.
Centerpoint Energy PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 459.38% in 2018
Maximum annual decrease: -72.32% in 2017
| Year | PE ratio | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 20.85 | 11.26% |
| 2022 | 18.74 | 57.74% |
| 2021 | 11.88 | N/A |
| 2020 | N/A | N/A |
| 2019 | 20.35 | -46.66% |
| 2018 | 38.15 | 459.38% |
| 2017 | 6.82 | -72.32% |
| 2016 | 24.64 | N/A |
| 2015 | N/A | N/A |
| 2014 | 16.5 | -48.03% |
CNP average PE ratio chart
Currently, CNP's PE ratio is higher than the 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
CNP PE vs peers
When compared to its peers OKE and ATO, CNP's PE ratio is lower, but it is higher than SRE's and D's. Centerpoint Energy's current PE ratio of 21.01 is more than the average of its peers, which is 20.11.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| MDU Mdu Resources Group Inc | 10.05 | $4.02B |
| OGS ONE Gas Inc | 20.3 | $4.42B |
| SRE Sempra Energy | 20.66 | $59.92B |
| D Dominion Energy Inc | 20.81 | $49.12B |
| CNP Centerpoint Energy Inc | 21.18 | $20.84B |
| ATO Atmos Energy Corp | 22.01 | $23.36B |
| OGE Oge Energy Corp | 22.84 | $8.86B |
| OKE Oneok Inc | 24.84 | $68.5B |
Frequently asked questions
What is Centerpoint Energy's PE ratio?
The price to earnings ratio for CNP stock as of Nov 21, 2024, stands at 21.01.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Centerpoint Energy (CNP)?
As an average over the last 3 years, CNP stock has a PE ratio of 17.89.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Centerpoint Energy (CNP)?
As an average over the last 5 years, CNP stock has a PE ratio of 18.06.
What is the highest PE ratio for CNP?
The highest quarterly PE ratio in the last ten years has been 47.97 and it was in the Mar 2019 quarter.
How does the current PE ratio for CNP compare to its historical average?
CNP's price to earnings ratio is currently 10% above its 10-year historical average.
How is CNP's PE ratio calculated (Centerpoint Energy PE ratio formula)?
The P/E ratio is calculated by taking the latest stock price and dividing it by the earnings per share(EPS) for the last 12 months. As of today (Nov 21, 2024), Centerpoint Energy's share price is $31.73. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Sep 2024 is $1.51. Therefore, Centerpoint Energy's price to earnings ratio for today is 21.01. PE RATIO(21.01) = STOCK PRICE($31.73) / TTM EPS($1.51)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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