VST Vistra PE ratio, current and historical analysis
The current P/E ratio for Vistra stock as of Dec 24, 2024 is 26.11. This is calculated based on the TTM EPS of $5.49 and the stock price of $143.36 per share. The PE ratio has decreased by 23% from its last 4 quarters average of 33.9.
VST PE ratio history
The average historical PE ratio of Vistra for the last eight years is 27.01. The current price-to-earnings ratio of 26.11 is 3.3% less than the historical average. Analyzing the last eight years, VST's PE ratio reached its highest point in the Jun 2017 quarter at 93.28, when the price was $16.79 and the EPS was N/A. The lowest point was recorded in the Jun 2023 quarter, when it reached 7.09 with a price of $26.25 and an EPS of $3.7.
Vistra PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 23.63% in 2020
| Year | PE ratio | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 10.61 | N/A |
| 2022 | N/A | N/A |
| 2021 | N/A | N/A |
| 2020 | 15.12 | 23.63% |
| 2019 | 12.23 | N/A |
| 2018 | N/A | N/A |
| 2017 | N/A | N/A |
VST average PE ratio chart
VST's current PE ratio is higher than the 3 and 5-year averages.
VST PE vs peers
When compared to its peer stock GNE, VST's PE ratio is lower.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| VST Vistra Corp | 26.11 | $48.77B |
| GNE Genie Energy Ltd | 187.38 | $407.73M |
Frequently asked questions
What is Vistra's PE ratio?
VST stock has a price to earnings ratio of 26.11 as of Dec 24, 2024.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Vistra (VST)?
The average PE ratio for VST stock over the past 3 years is 25.86.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Vistra (VST)?
The average PE ratio for VST stock over the past 5 years is 20.49.
What is the highest PE ratio for VST?
Over the last eight years, the quarterly PE ratio reached its highest level at 93.28 in the Jun 2017 quarter.
How does the current PE ratio for VST compare to its historical average?
The current PE ratio of VST is 3.3% lower than the 8-year historical average.
How is VST's PE ratio calculated (Vistra PE ratio formula)?
To determine the P/E ratio, divide the latest stock price by the TTM earnings per share (EPS). As of today (Dec 24, 2024), Vistra's share price is $143.36. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Sep 2024 is $5.49. Therefore, Vistra's price to earnings ratio for today is 26.11. PE RATIO(26.11) = STOCK PRICE($143.36) / TTM EPS($5.49)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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