HTGC Hercules Capital PE ratio, current and historical analysis
As of Feb 4, 2025, the Hercules Capital stock's PE ratio is 10.23. This takes into account the latest EPS of $2.05 and stock price of $20.97. The PE ratio has grown by 13% from its last 4 quarters average of 9.1.
HTGC PE ratio history
The PE ratio of Hercules Capital has averaged 15.59 over the last ten years. The current P/E ratio of 10.23 is 34% lower than the historical average. Looking back at the last ten years, HTGC's PE ratio peaked in the Jun 2022 quarter at 122.64, when the price was $13.49 and the EPS was $0.11. The lowest point was in the Mar 2021 quarter, when it reached 5.66 with a price of $16.03 and an EPS of $2.83.
Hercules Capital PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 215.76% in 2010
Maximum annual decrease: -89.88% in 2011
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 7.19 | -56.5% | $16.67 | $2.32 |
| 2022 | 16.53 | 49.46% | $13.22 | $0.8 |
| 2021 | 11.06 | 54.9% | $16.59 | $1.5 |
| 2020 | 7.14 | -12.93% | $14.42 | $2.02 |
| 2019 | 8.2 | -38.39% | $14.02 | $1.71 |
| 2018 | 13.31 | -3.62% | $11.05 | $0.83 |
| 2017 | 13.81 | -10.96% | $13.12 | $0.95 |
| 2016 | 15.51 | -23.67% | $14.11 | $0.91 |
| 2015 | 20.32 | 52.9% | $12.19 | $0.6 |
| 2014 | 13.29 | 35.34% | $14.88 | $1.12 |
| 2013 | 9.82 | -17.96% | $16.4 | $1.67 |
| 2012 | 11.97 | 36.96% | $11.13 | $0.93 |
| 2011 | 8.74 | -89.88% | $9.44 | $1.08 |
| 2010 | 86.33 | 215.76% | $10.36 | $0.12 |
| 2009 | 27.34 | 120.84% | $10.39 | $0.38 |
Hercules Capital PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2024 | 9.58 | -14.77% | $19.64 | $2.05 |
| Jun 2024 | 11.24 | 35.26% | $20.45 | $1.82 |
| Mar 2024 | 8.31 | 15.58% | $18.45 | $2.22 |
| Dec 2023 | 7.19 | -11.12% | $16.67 | $2.32 |
| Sep 2023 | 8.09 | 22.95% | $16.42 | $2.03 |
| Jun 2023 | 6.58 | -23.4% | $14.8 | $2.25 |
| Mar 2023 | 8.59 | -48.03% | $12.89 | $1.5 |
| Dec 2022 | 16.53 | -54.32% | $13.22 | $0.8 |
| Sep 2022 | 36.19 | -70.49% | $11.58 | $0.32 |
| Jun 2022 | 122.64 | 517.52% | $13.49 | $0.11 |
| Mar 2022 | 19.86 | 79.57% | $18.07 | $0.91 |
| Dec 2021 | 11.06 | 87.14% | $16.59 | $1.5 |
| Sep 2021 | 5.91 | 3.5% | $16.61 | $2.81 |
| Jun 2021 | 5.71 | 0.88% | $17.06 | $2.99 |
| Mar 2021 | 5.66 | -20.73% | $16.03 | $2.83 |
HTGC average PE ratio chart
Currently, HTGC's PE ratio is lower than its 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
HTGC PE vs peers
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| HTGC Hercules Capital Inc | 10.23 | $3.41B |
| FNMA Federal National Mortgage Association Fannie Mae | N/A | $6.35B |
Frequently asked questions
What is Hercules Capital's PE ratio?
HTGC stock has a price to earnings ratio of 10.23 as of Feb 4, 2025.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Hercules Capital (HTGC)?
The 3-year average price to earnings ratio for HTGC stock is 23.16.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Hercules Capital (HTGC)?
The 5-year average price to earnings ratio for HTGC stock is 16.96.
What is the highest PE ratio for HTGC?
Over the last ten years, the Jun 2022 quarter recorded the highest quarterly PE ratio at 122.64.
How does the current PE ratio for HTGC compare to its historical average?
HTGC's price to earnings ratio is currently 34% below its 10-year historical average.
How is HTGC's PE ratio calculated (Hercules Capital PE ratio formula)?
You can calculate the P/E ratio by dividing the most recent stock price by the trailing twelve months EPS. As of today (Feb 4, 2025), Hercules Capital's share price is $20.97. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Sep 2024 is $2.05. Therefore, Hercules Capital's PE ratio for today is 10.23. PE RATIO(10.23) = STOCK PRICE($20.97) / TTM EPS($2.05)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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