HLI Houlihan Lokey PE ratio, current and historical analysis
The current P/E ratio for Houlihan Lokey stock as of Nov 21, 2024 is 36.63. This is calculated based on the current EPS of $5.15 and the stock price of $188.66 per share. The PE ratio has increased by 24% from the past four quarters average of 29.5.
HLI PE ratio history
The average historical PE ratio of Houlihan Lokey for the last ten years is 18.98. The current price-to-earnings ratio of 36.63 is 93% more than the historical average. In the past ten years, HLI's PE ratio reached its highest point in the Sep 2024 quarter at 30.68, when the stock price was $158.02 and the EPS was $5.15. The lowest point was recorded in the Jun 2022 quarter, when it reached 12.03 with a price of $78.93 and an EPS of $6.56.
Houlihan Lokey PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 67.46% in 2023
Maximum annual decrease: -20.5% in 2021
| Year | PE ratio | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 29.4 | 34.74% |
| 2023 | 21.82 | 67.46% |
| 2022 | 13.03 | -6.93% |
| 2021 | 14 | -20.5% |
| 2020 | 17.61 | -1.68% |
| 2019 | 17.91 | 10.83% |
| 2018 | 16.16 | -16.96% |
| 2017 | 19.46 | -7.77% |
| 2016 | 21.1 | N/A |
| 2015 | N/A | N/A |
HLI average PE ratio chart
HLI's current P/E ratio is above the 3 and 5-year averages.
HLI PE vs peers
When compared to its peer stock MS, HLI's PE ratio is higher.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| MS Morgan Stanley | 20.24 | $217.47B |
| HLI Houlihan Lokey Inc | 36.63 | $13.11B |
Frequently asked questions
What is Houlihan Lokey's PE ratio?
HLI's price to earnings ratio is 36.63 as of Nov 21, 2024.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Houlihan Lokey (HLI)?
The average PE ratio for HLI stock over the past 3 years is 22.19.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Houlihan Lokey (HLI)?
The average PE ratio for HLI stock over the past 5 years is 19.94.
What is the highest PE ratio for HLI?
The current PE of 36.63 represents the highest historical value in the last ten years.
How does the current PE ratio for HLI compare to its historical average?
The current price to earnings ratio of HLI is 93% higher than the 10-year historical average.
How is HLI's PE ratio calculated (Houlihan Lokey 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), Houlihan Lokey's stock price is $188.66. The earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Sep 2024 is $5.15. Therefore, Houlihan Lokey's price to earnings ratio for today is 36.63. PE RATIO(36.63) = STOCK PRICE($188.66) / TTM EPS($5.15)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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