VST Vistra PE ratio, current and historical analysis
The current P/E ratio for Vistra stock as of Oct 22, 2024 is 89.31. This is calculated based on the TTM EPS of $1.4 and the stock price of $125.04 per share. The PE ratio has increased by 189% from its last 4 quarters average of 30.9.
VST PE ratio history
The average historical PE ratio of Vistra for the last eight years is 27.35. The current price-to-earnings ratio of 89.31 is in line with 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 higher.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| GNE Genie Energy Ltd | 68.13 | $439.7M |
| VST Vistra Corp | 90.09 | $43.33B |
Frequently asked questions
What is Vistra's PE ratio?
VST stock has a price to earnings ratio of 89.31 as of Oct 22, 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 26.57.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Vistra (VST)?
The average PE ratio for VST stock over the past 5 years is 20.39.
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 227% higher than the 8-year historical average.
Why is Vistra's PE ratio so high?
VST's PE ratio is high because its earnings per share (EPS) is low relative to its stock price.
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 (Oct 22, 2024), Vistra's share price is $125.04. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Jun 2024 is $1.4. Therefore, Vistra's price to earnings ratio for today is 89.31. PE RATIO(89.31) = STOCK PRICE($125.04) / TTM EPS($1.4)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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