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HRB H&R Block PE ratio, current and historical analysis

As of May 3, 2024, the H&R Block stock's P/E ratio is 12.74. This takes into account the latest EPS of $3.73 and stock price of $47.53. The PE ratio has increased by 12% from its last 4 quarters average of 11.3.

HRB PE ratio history

How has HRB's PE ratio performed in the past

The PE ratio of H&R Block has averaged 14.42 over the last ten years. The current price-to-earnings ratio of 12.74 is 12% less than the historical average. Analyzing the last ten years, HRB's PE ratio reached its highest point in the Jan 2016 quarter at 23.81, when the price was $34.05 and the EPS was $1.43. The lowest point was recorded in the Apr 2021 quarter, when it reached 7.16 with a price of $22.26 and an EPS of $3.11.

Average
14.42
Median
13.12
Minimum
7.16
Maximum
23.81

H&R Block PE ratio by year

Maximum annual increase: 50.84% in 2022

Maximum annual decrease: -26.88% in 2018

Year PE ratio Change
2023 8.9 -17.59%
2022 10.8 50.84%
2021 7.16 N/A
2020 N/A N/A
2019 13.27 40.57%
2018 9.44 -26.88%
2017 12.91 -4.3%
2016 13.49 -23.27%
2015 17.58 7%
2014 16.43 -5.85%

HRB average PE ratio chart

What is the average PE ratio of HRB for the past years

The current PE ratio of HRB is higher than the 3 and 5-year averages, but it is under its 10-year average.

3-year avg
11.62
5-year avg
11.62
10-year avg
14.42
15-year avg
14.87

HRB PE vs peers

What is HRB's PE ratio compared to its peers

When compared to its peers INTU and ADP, HRB's PE ratio is lower, but it is higher than WU's.

Stock name PE ratio Market cap
WU Western Union CO 7.86 $4.52B
HRB H&R Block Inc 12.74 $6.63B
ADP Automatic Data Processing Inc 26.85 $99B
CBZ CBIZ Inc 29.12 $3.66B
INTU Intuit Inc 63.69 $176.18B

Frequently asked questions

What is H&R Block's PE ratio?

As of May 3, 2024, HRB stock has a price to earnings ratio of 12.74.

What is the 3-year average PE ratio for H&R Block (HRB)?

The average PE ratio for HRB stock over the past 3 years is 11.62.

What is the 5-year average PE ratio for H&R Block (HRB)?

The average PE ratio for HRB stock over the past 5 years is 11.62.

What is the highest PE ratio for HRB?

Over the last ten years, the quarterly PE ratio reached its highest level at 23.81 in the Jan 2016 quarter.

How does the current PE ratio for HRB compare to its historical average?

HRB's price to earnings ratio is currently 12% below its 10-year historical average.

How is HRB's PE ratio calculated (H&R Block 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 3, 2024), H&R Block's share price is $47.53. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Dec 2023 is $3.73. Therefore, H&R Block's price to earnings ratio for today is 12.74. PE RATIO(12.74) = STOCK PRICE($47.53) / TTM EPS($3.73)

All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified.