SWX Southwest Gas Holdings PE ratio, current and historical analysis
The current PE ratio for Southwest Gas Holdings stock as of Nov 21, 2024 is 30.99. This is calculated based on the TTM EPS of $2.5 and the stock price of $77.47 per share. The PE ratio marks an increase of 8% from its last 4 quarters average of 28.8.
SWX PE ratio history
The average historical PE ratio of Southwest Gas Holdings for the last ten years is 21.75. The current P/E ratio of 30.99 is 42% higher than the historical average. Looking back at the last ten years, SWX's PE ratio peaked in the Jun 2022 quarter at 35.54, when the price was $87.08 and the EPS was $2.45. The lowest point was in the Mar 2021 quarter, when it reached 14.08 with a price of $68.71 and an EPS of $4.88.
Southwest Gas Holdings PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 41.12% in 2021
Maximum annual decrease: -24.07% in 2020
| Year | PE ratio | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 29.74 | N/A |
| 2022 | N/A | N/A |
| 2021 | 20.66 | 41.12% |
| 2020 | 14.64 | -24.07% |
| 2019 | 19.28 | -6.99% |
| 2018 | 20.73 | 4.07% |
| 2017 | 19.92 | -16.79% |
| 2016 | 23.94 | 27.61% |
| 2015 | 18.76 | -7.72% |
| 2014 | 20.33 | 14.15% |
SWX average PE ratio chart
SWX's current PE ratio is higher than the 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
SWX PE vs peers
In comparison to its peer stocks OKE and SRE, SWX's PE ratio is higher. Southwest Gas Holdings's PE ratio is trading above the peer average of 21.17.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| NFG National Fuel Gas Co | 18.48 | $5.86B |
| NWN Northwest Natural Holding Co | 20.59 | $1.76B |
| SRE Sempra Energy | 20.66 | $59.94B |
| CNP Centerpoint Energy Inc | 21.31 | $20.98B |
| ATO Atmos Energy Corp | 22.07 | $23.43B |
| OKE Oneok Inc | 24.89 | $68.64B |
| SWX Southwest Gas Holdings Inc | 31.12 | $5.58B |
| STR Sitio Royalties Corporation | N/A | $3.74B |
Frequently asked questions
What is Southwest Gas Holdings's PE ratio?
As of Nov 21, 2024, SWX stock has a price to earnings ratio of 30.99.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Southwest Gas Holdings (SWX)?
Over the last 3 years, the average price to earnings ratio for SWX stock is 28.25.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Southwest Gas Holdings (SWX)?
Over the last 5 years, the average price to earnings ratio for SWX stock is 22.41.
What is the highest PE ratio for SWX?
Over the last ten years, the quarterly PE ratio reached its highest level at 35.54 in the Jun 2022 quarter.
How does the current PE ratio for SWX compare to its historical average?
The current PE ratio of SWX is 42% higher than the 10-year historical average.
How is SWX's PE ratio calculated (Southwest Gas Holdings 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 (Nov 21, 2024), Southwest Gas Holdings's share price is $77.47. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Sep 2024 is $2.5. Therefore, Southwest Gas Holdings's PE ratio for today is 30.99. PE RATIO(30.99) = STOCK PRICE($77.47) / TTM EPS($2.5)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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