The PE ratio for Hess stock stands at 18.23 as of May 9, 2025. This takes into account the latest EPS of $7.26 and stock price of $132.37. An increase of 4.8% has been observed in the PE ratio compared to its average of 17.4 of the last four quarters.
HES PE ratio history
Over the last ten years, the average PE ratio of Hess has been 82.05. The current 18.23 P/E ratio is 78% lower than the historical average. Looking back at the last ten years, HES's PE ratio peaked in the Jun 2015 quarter at 836, with a price of $66.88 and an EPS of $0.08. The Dec 2024 quarter marked the lowest point at 14.73, with a price of $133.01 and an EPS of $9.03.
Hess PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 74.86% in 2014
Maximum annual decrease: -55.76% in 2010
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 14.73 | -53.81% | $133.01 | $9.03 |
| 2023 | 31.89 | 52.88% | $144.16 | $4.52 |
| 2022 | 20.86 | -48.72% | $141.82 | $6.8 |
| 2021 | 40.68 | N/A | $74.03 | $1.82 |
| 2020 | N/A | N/A | $52.79 | -$10.15 |
| 2019 | N/A | N/A | $66.81 | -$1.37 |
| 2018 | N/A | N/A | $40.5 | -$1.1 |
| 2017 | N/A | N/A | $47.47 | -$13.12 |
| 2016 | N/A | N/A | $62.29 | -$19.92 |
| 2015 | N/A | N/A | $48.48 | -$10.78 |
| 2014 | 9.67 | 74.86% | $73.82 | $7.63 |
| 2013 | 5.53 | -37.58% | $83 | $15.01 |
| 2012 | 8.86 | -21.24% | $52.96 | $5.98 |
| 2011 | 11.25 | -4.17% | $56.8 | $5.05 |
| 2010 | 11.74 | -55.76% | $76.54 | $6.52 |
Hess PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2025 | 22 | 49.36% | $159.73 | $7.26 |
| Dec 2024 | 14.73 | -6.59% | $133.01 | $9.03 |
| Sep 2024 | 15.77 | -7.62% | $135.8 | $8.61 |
| Jun 2024 | 17.07 | -26.64% | $147.52 | $8.64 |
| Mar 2024 | 23.27 | -27.03% | $152.64 | $6.56 |
| Dec 2023 | 31.89 | -0.16% | $144.16 | $4.52 |
| Sep 2023 | 31.94 | 13.02% | $153 | $4.79 |
| Jun 2023 | 28.26 | 40.32% | $135.95 | $4.81 |
| Mar 2023 | 20.14 | -3.45% | $132.34 | $6.57 |
| Dec 2022 | 20.86 | 15.44% | $141.82 | $6.8 |
| Sep 2022 | 18.07 | -19.33% | $108.99 | $6.03 |
| Jun 2022 | 22.4 | -51.03% | $105.94 | $4.73 |
| Mar 2022 | 45.74 | 12.44% | $107.04 | $2.34 |
| Dec 2021 | 40.68 | -67.19% | $74.03 | $1.82 |
| Sep 2021 | 123.98 | N/A | $78.11 | $0.63 |
HES average PE ratio chart
Currently, HES's PE ratio is lower than its 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
HES PE vs peers
In comparison to its peer stocks XOM and CVX, HES's PE ratio is higher. Hess is currently trading at a higher PE ratio (18.23) than its peers average of 14.39.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| COP Conocophillips | 11.73 | $116.82B |
| XOM Exxon Mobil Corp | 14.48 | $470.57B |
| CVX Chevron Corp | 16.1 | $246.92B |
| OXY Occidental Petroleum Corp | 17.07 | $43.33B |
| HES Hess Corp | 18.62 | $41.8B |
| BP BP plc | N/A | $79.69B |
Frequently asked questions
What is Hess's PE ratio?
The price to earnings ratio for HES stock as of May 9, 2025, stands at 18.23.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Hess (HES)?
The average PE ratio for HES stock over the past 3 years is 22.2.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Hess (HES)?
The average PE ratio for HES stock over the past 5 years is 31.79.
What is the highest PE ratio for HES?
The highest quarterly PE ratio in the last ten years has been 836 and it was in the Jun 2015 quarter.
How does the current PE ratio for HES compare to its historical average?
HES's price to earnings ratio is currently 78% below its 10-year historical average.
How is HES's PE ratio calculated (Hess PE ratio formula)?
To determine the P/E ratio, divide the latest stock price by the TTM earnings per share (EPS). As of today (May 9, 2025), Hess's share price is $132.37. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Mar 2025 is $7.26. Therefore, Hess's PE ratio for today is 18.23. PE RATIO(18.23) = STOCK PRICE($132.37) / TTM EPS($7.26)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified.