VLO Valero Energy PE ratio, current and historical analysis
As of Nov 21, 2024, the Valero Energy stock's PE ratio is 12.48. This takes into account the latest EPS of $11.31 and stock price of $141.11. The PE ratio has grown by 45% from its last 4 quarters average of 8.6.
VLO PE ratio history
The PE ratio of Valero Energy has averaged 11.98 over the last ten years. The current P/E ratio of 12.48 is 4.2% higher than the historical average. Looking back at the last ten years, VLO's PE ratio peaked in the Mar 2020 quarter at 46.76, when the price was $45.36 and the EPS was $0.97. The lowest point was in the Mar 2023 quarter, when it reached 3.97 with a price of $139.6 and an EPS of $35.19.
Valero Energy PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 56.45% in 2016
Maximum annual decrease: -86.79% in 2022
| Year | PE ratio | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 5.21 | 19.22% |
| 2022 | 4.37 | -86.79% |
| 2021 | 33.09 | N/A |
| 2020 | N/A | N/A |
| 2019 | 16.04 | 56.18% |
| 2018 | 10.27 | 2.5% |
| 2017 | 10.02 | -27.55% |
| 2016 | 13.83 | 56.45% |
| 2015 | 8.84 | 22.95% |
| 2014 | 7.19 | -28.81% |
VLO average PE ratio chart
Currently, VLO's PE ratio is higher than the 3 and 10-year averages, but it is lower than its 5-year average.
VLO PE vs peers
In comparison to its peers PSX and CVI, VLO's PE ratio is lower, but it is higher than MPC's.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| MPC Marathon Petroleum Corp | 12.37 | $51.19B |
| VLO Valero Energy Corp | 12.48 | $44.67B |
| PSX Phillips 66 | 16.72 | $54.27B |
| CVI Cvr Energy Inc | 27.16 | $1.88B |
| CLMT Calumet Specialty Products Partners LP | N/A | $1.85B |
| PBF PBF Energy Inc | N/A | $3.7B |
| DK Delek US Holdings Inc | N/A | $1.16B |
Frequently asked questions
What is Valero Energy's PE ratio?
As of Nov 21, 2024, VLO stock has a price to earnings ratio of 12.48.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Valero Energy (VLO)?
Over the last 3 years, the average price to earnings ratio for VLO stock is 9.31.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Valero Energy (VLO)?
Over the last 5 years, the average price to earnings ratio for VLO stock is 13.16.
What is the highest PE ratio for VLO?
Over the last ten years, the quarterly PE ratio reached its highest level at 46.76 in the Mar 2020 quarter.
How does the current PE ratio for VLO compare to its historical average?
VLO's price to earnings ratio is currently 4.2% above its 10-year historical average.
How is VLO's PE ratio calculated (Valero Energy PE ratio formula)?
The P/E ratio is obtained by dividing the latest price of a stock by its trailing twelve months EPS. As of today (Nov 21, 2024), Valero Energy's share price is $141.11. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Sep 2024 is $11.31. Therefore, Valero Energy's PE ratio for today is 12.48. PE RATIO(12.48) = STOCK PRICE($141.11) / TTM EPS($11.31)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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