HTGC
Hercules Capital
PEG ratio, current and historical analysis
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- PEG Ratio
As of Aug 13, 2026, HTGC's PEG ratio of 0.22 reflects its valuation relative to its growth rate. This result reflects a P/E ratio of 8.14 measured against EPS growth of 37.7%.
HTGC PEG ratio history
Hercules Capital's ten years historical PEG ratio has a mean of 1.24. Compared to historical data, HTGC's 0.22 PEG ratio represents a drop of 82%. HTGC hit its maximum PEG ratio of 12.43 during the Jun 2019 quarter over the last ten years. The Jun 2023 quarter marked the lowest reading at 0, indicating the most favorable growth-adjusted valuation.
Hercules Capital PEG ratio by year
| Year | PEG ratio | PE ratio | Growth YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 0.55 | 9.91 | 18% |
| 2024 | N/A | 12.48 | -30.6% |
| 2023 | 0.04 | 7.19 | 190% |
| 2022 | N/A | 16.53 | -46.7% |
| 2021 | N/A | 11.06 | -25.7% |
| 2020 | 0.39 | 7.14 | 18.1% |
| 2019 | 0.08 | 8.2 | 106% |
| 2018 | N/A | 13.31 | -12.6% |
| 2017 | 3.14 | 13.81 | 4.4% |
| 2016 | 0.3 | 15.51 | 51.7% |
| 2015 | N/A | 20.32 | -46.4% |
| 2014 | N/A | 13.29 | -32.9% |
| 2013 | 0.12 | 9.82 | 79.6% |
| 2012 | N/A | 11.97 | -13.9% |
| 2011 | 0.01 | 8.74 | 800% |
Hercules Capital PEG ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PEG ratio | PE ratio | Growth YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 2026 | 0.2 | 7.58 | 37.7% |
| Mar 2026 | 0.22 | 8.12 | 36.8% |
| Dec 2025 | 0.55 | 9.91 | 18% |
| Sep 2025 | N/A | 10.81 | -14.6% |
| Jun 2025 | N/A | 12.11 | -17% |
| Mar 2025 | N/A | 14.44 | -40.1% |
| Dec 2024 | N/A | 12.48 | -30.6% |
| Sep 2024 | 9.58 | 9.58 | 1% |
| Jun 2024 | N/A | 11.24 | -19.1% |
| Mar 2024 | 0.17 | 8.31 | 48% |
| Dec 2023 | 0.04 | 7.19 | 190% |
| Sep 2023 | 0.02 | 8.09 | 534.4% |
| Jun 2023 | 0 | 6.58 | 1,945.5% |
| Mar 2023 | 0.13 | 8.59 | 64.8% |
| Dec 2022 | N/A | 16.53 | -46.7% |
HTGC average PEG ratio chart
Measured against past performance, HTGC's PEG ratio is lower than the 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
PEG comparison
With a PEG of 0.22, HTGC stands lower than the Financial Services sector and the industry average. Looking at the Financial Services sector average of 0.46, Hercules Capital's PEG is 52% lower.
HTGC EPS growth
HTGC Price vs fair value
HTGC PEG vs peers
Frequently asked questions
What is Hercules Capital's PEG ratio?
HTGC's Aug 13, 2026 PEG ratio comes in at 0.22.
What is the 3-year average PEG ratio for Hercules Capital (HTGC)?
Historical data over a 3-year period puts HTGC's average PEG ratio at 1.54.
What is the 5-year average PEG ratio for Hercules Capital (HTGC)?
Historical data over a 5-year period puts HTGC's average PEG ratio at 1.1.
What is the highest PEG ratio for HTGC?
In the last ten years, HTGC's peak PEG ratio of 12.43 occurred in the Jun 2019 quarter.
How does the current PEG ratio for HTGC compare to its historical average?
At present, HTGC's PEG ratio is 82% lower than its 10-year historical average.
Why is Hercules Capital's PEG ratio so low?
Rapid earnings growth combined with a modest valuation gives HTGC a PEG ratio of 0.22.
How is HTGC's PEG ratio calculated (Hercules Capital PEG ratio formula)?
To calculate the PEG ratio, take the company's PE ratio and divide by its earnings per share growth (YoY TTM). As of Aug 13, 2026, Hercules Capital has a PE ratio of 8.14. Earnings grew at 37.7% over the TTM period ending Jun 2026. Applying the formula, this gives a PEG ratio of 0.22. PEG RATIO(0.22) = PE RATIO(8.14) / EPS GROWTH(37.7%)
All PEG ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified.