CNP Centerpoint Energy PE ratio, current and historical analysis
As of Nov 5, 2025, the Centerpoint Energy stock's PE ratio is 24.59. This takes into account the latest EPS of $1.58 and stock price of $38.86. The PE ratio marks an increase of 3.9% from its last 4 quarters average of 23.7.
CNP PE ratio history
The PE ratio of Centerpoint Energy has averaged 19.94 over the last nine years. The current price-to-earnings ratio of 24.59 is 23% more than the historical average. Analyzing the last nine 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 | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 20.08 | -3.69% | $31.73 | $1.58 |
| 2023 | 20.85 | 11.26% | $28.57 | $1.37 |
| 2022 | 18.74 | 57.74% | $29.99 | $1.6 |
| 2021 | 11.88 | N/A | $27.91 | $2.35 |
| 2020 | N/A | N/A | $21.64 | -$1.79 |
| 2019 | 20.35 | -46.66% | $27.27 | $1.34 |
| 2018 | 38.15 | 459.38% | $28.23 | $0.74 |
| 2017 | 6.82 | -72.32% | $28.36 | $4.16 |
| 2016 | 24.64 | N/A | $24.64 | $1 |
| 2015 | N/A | N/A | $18.36 | -$1.61 |
| 2014 | 16.5 | -48.03% | $23.43 | $1.42 |
| 2013 | 31.75 | 61.66% | $23.18 | $0.73 |
| 2012 | 19.64 | 211.75% | $19.25 | $0.98 |
| 2011 | 6.3 | -56.73% | $20.09 | $3.19 |
| 2010 | 14.56 | 2.32% | $15.72 | $1.08 |
Centerpoint Energy PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | 24.56 | -4.4% | $38.8 | $1.58 |
| Jun 2025 | 25.69 | 5.63% | $36.74 | $1.43 |
| Mar 2025 | 24.32 | 21.12% | $36.23 | $1.49 |
| Dec 2024 | 20.08 | 3.08% | $31.73 | $1.58 |
| Sep 2024 | 19.48 | 1.88% | $29.42 | $1.51 |
| Jun 2024 | 19.12 | -4.02% | $30.98 | $1.62 |
| Mar 2024 | 19.92 | -4.46% | $28.49 | $1.43 |
| Dec 2023 | 20.85 | -1.37% | $28.57 | $1.37 |
| Sep 2023 | 21.14 | -15.88% | $26.85 | $1.27 |
| Jun 2023 | 25.13 | 8.32% | $29.15 | $1.16 |
| Mar 2023 | 23.2 | 23.8% | $29.46 | $1.27 |
| Dec 2022 | 18.74 | 63.53% | $29.99 | $1.6 |
| Sep 2022 | 11.46 | -3.94% | $28.18 | $2.46 |
| Jun 2022 | 11.93 | 0.42% | $29.58 | $2.48 |
| Mar 2022 | 11.88 | 0% | $30.64 | $2.58 |
CNP Price vs fair value
CNP average PE ratio chart
Currently, CNP's PE ratio is higher than the 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
PE comparison
Centerpoint Energy's price to earnings (P/E) of 24.59 is higher than the Utilities sector, the industry and its peers average. Looking at the Utilities sector average of 20.94, Centerpoint Energy's price to earnings (P/E) is 17% higher.
CNP PE vs peers
When compared to its peer stocks SRE and D, CNP's PE ratio is higher. Centerpoint Energy's current PE ratio of 24.59 is more than the average of its peers, which is 19.37.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| OKE Oneok Inc | 12.43 | $42.62B |
| OGE Oge Energy Corp | 17.79 | $8.96B |
| MDU Mdu Resources Group Inc | 19.06 | $4.13B |
| OGS ONE Gas Inc | 19.35 | $4.89B |
| D Dominion Energy Inc | 22.51 | $51.71B |
| SRE Sempra Energy | 22.55 | $61.05B |
| ATO Atmos Energy Corp | 24.48 | $28.65B |
| CNP Centerpoint Energy Inc | 24.92 | $25.71B |
Frequently asked questions
What is Centerpoint Energy's PE ratio?
The price to earnings ratio for CNP stock as of Nov 5, 2025, stands at 24.59.
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 21.85.
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 19.12.
What is the highest PE ratio for CNP?
The highest quarterly PE ratio in the last nine 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 23% above its 9-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 5, 2025), Centerpoint Energy's share price is $38.86. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Sep 2025 is $1.58. Therefore, Centerpoint Energy's price to earnings ratio for today is 24.59. PE RATIO(24.59) = STOCK PRICE($38.86) / TTM EPS($1.58)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified.