PNW Pinnacle West Capital PE ratio, current and historical analysis
The current PE ratio for Pinnacle West Capital stock as of Nov 5, 2025 is 17.87. This is calculated based on the current EPS of $4.95 and the stock price of $88.46 per share. The current price-to-earnings ratio is nearly the same as the last four quarters average.
PNW PE ratio history
The average historical PE ratio of Pinnacle West Capital for the last ten years is 17.56. The current PE ratio of 17.87 is comparable to the historical average. Over the past ten years, PNW's PE ratio was at its highest in the Jun 2023 quarter at 22.82, when the stock price was $81.46 and the EPS was $3.57. The lowest value was in the Dec 2021 quarter, when it reached 12.88 with a price of $70.59 and an EPS of $5.48.
Pinnacle West Capital PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 38.28% in 2022
Maximum annual decrease: -76.5% in 2010
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 15.84 | -2.52% | $84.77 | $5.35 |
| 2023 | 16.25 | -8.76% | $71.84 | $4.42 |
| 2022 | 17.81 | 38.28% | $76.04 | $4.27 |
| 2021 | 12.88 | -21.22% | $70.59 | $5.48 |
| 2020 | 16.35 | -12.89% | $79.95 | $4.89 |
| 2019 | 18.77 | 0.48% | $89.93 | $4.79 |
| 2018 | 18.68 | -4.16% | $85.2 | $4.56 |
| 2017 | 19.49 | -0.81% | $85.18 | $4.37 |
| 2016 | 19.65 | 20.04% | $78.03 | $3.97 |
| 2015 | 16.37 | -13.98% | $64.48 | $3.94 |
| 2014 | 19.03 | 32.71% | $68.31 | $3.59 |
| 2013 | 14.34 | -2.12% | $52.92 | $3.69 |
| 2012 | 14.65 | -5.42% | $50.98 | $3.48 |
| 2011 | 15.49 | 22.55% | $48.18 | $3.11 |
| 2010 | 12.64 | -76.5% | $41.45 | $3.28 |
Pinnacle West Capital PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | 18.11 | 0.61% | $89.66 | $4.95 |
| Jun 2025 | 18 | -2.7% | $89.47 | $4.97 |
| Mar 2025 | 18.5 | 16.79% | $95.25 | $5.15 |
| Dec 2024 | 15.84 | -3.3% | $84.77 | $5.35 |
| Sep 2024 | 16.38 | 16.92% | $88.59 | $5.41 |
| Jun 2024 | 14.01 | -13.78% | $76.38 | $5.45 |
| Mar 2024 | 16.25 | 0% | $74.73 | $4.6 |
| Dec 2023 | 16.25 | -7.35% | $71.84 | $4.42 |
| Sep 2023 | 17.54 | -23.14% | $73.68 | $4.2 |
| Jun 2023 | 22.82 | 17.51% | $81.46 | $3.57 |
| Mar 2023 | 19.42 | 9.04% | $79.24 | $4.08 |
| Dec 2022 | 17.81 | 30.29% | $76.04 | $4.27 |
| Sep 2022 | 13.67 | -9.35% | $64.51 | $4.72 |
| Jun 2022 | 15.08 | 2.52% | $73.12 | $4.85 |
| Mar 2022 | 14.71 | 14.21% | $78.1 | $5.31 |
PNW Price vs fair value
PNW average PE ratio chart
PNW's current P/E ratio is above the 3, 5 and 10-year historical averages.
PE comparison
Pinnacle West Capital's P/E of 17.87 is above its peers average but below the Utilities sector and the industry average. Compared to its Utilities sector average of 20.94, Pinnacle West Capital's P/E is 15% lower.
PNW PE vs peers
Compared to its peers XEL and IDA, PNW's PE ratio stands lower, however it is higher than EIX's and NWE's. Pinnacle West Capital's current PE ratio of 17.87 is comparable to the average of its peer group, which is 17.82.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| EIX Edison International | 7.41 | $21.85B |
| NWE Northwestern Corp | 17.23 | $3.75B |
| AVA Avista Corp | 17.82 | $3.22B |
| PNW Pinnacle West Capital Corp | 17.87 | $10.59B |
| IDA Idacorp Inc | 21.96 | $6.94B |
| XEL Xcel Energy Inc | 24.68 | $48.03B |
Frequently asked questions
What is Pinnacle West Capital's PE ratio?
As of Nov 5, 2025, PNW stock has a price to earnings ratio of 17.87.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Pinnacle West Capital (PNW)?
Over the last 3 years, the average price to earnings ratio for PNW stock is 17.58.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Pinnacle West Capital (PNW)?
Over the last 5 years, the average price to earnings ratio for PNW stock is 16.52.
What is the highest PE ratio for PNW?
Over the last ten years, the quarterly PE ratio reached a historic high of 22.82 in the Jun 2023 quarter.
How does the current PE ratio for PNW compare to its historical average?
The current price to earnings ratio of PNW is 1.8% higher than the 10-year historical average.
How is PNW's PE ratio calculated (Pinnacle West Capital PE ratio formula)?
The PE ratio is calculated by taking the latest stock price and dividing it by the EPS for the last 12 months. As of today (Nov 5, 2025), Pinnacle West Capital's stock price is $88.46. The earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Sep 2025 is $4.95. Therefore, Pinnacle West Capital's P/E ratio for today is 17.87. PE RATIO(17.87) = STOCK PRICE($88.46) / TTM EPS($4.95)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified.