PE Ratio: 5.64

Basis: FMP quote price / unrounded diluted EPS from four consecutive issuer fiscal quarters. Source: stored company filings and market data; unavailable inputs remain N/A.

Is the P/E ratio high or low?

The P/E ratio of 5.64 is 59% below its 5-year average of 13.70, near the low end of its 5-year range (3.92–59.16).

As of 2026-09-18T21:05:13.620Z. 36.65% below its 12-month average of 8.90.

PE Ratio (5.64) = Close Price ($14.83) / Diluted TTM EPS ($2.63)

AES PE Ratio Metrics

P/E vs. its own history

At 5.6, P/E is below its 20-year median — higher than 7% of readings in its 20-year history.

P/E Comparison

PE Ratio Formula & Definition

PE Ratio = Share Price / Diluted EPS (TTM)

The price-to-earnings ratio measures how much investors pay for each dollar of trailing earnings. A lower PE can indicate a cheaper valuation; a higher PE implies higher growth expectations.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

PE Ratio FAQ

What is the P/E ratio for The AES Corporation (AES)?

The P/E ratio for AES stock is 5.64.

Is The AES Corporation's P/E ratio high or low?

The P/E ratio of 5.64 is 59% below its 5-year average of 13.70, near the low end of its 5-year range (3.92–59.16).

What is the TTM average P/E ratio for The AES Corporation (AES)?

The TTM average P/E ratio for AES stock is 8.90.

What is the 3Y average P/E ratio for The AES Corporation (AES)?

The 3Y average P/E ratio for AES stock is 9.24.

What is the 5Y average P/E ratio for The AES Corporation (AES)?

The 5Y average P/E ratio for AES stock is 13.70.

What is the 10Y average P/E ratio for The AES Corporation (AES)?

The 10Y average P/E ratio for AES stock is 19.48.

What is the 15Y average P/E ratio for The AES Corporation (AES)?

The 15Y average P/E ratio for AES stock is 26.23.

What is the 20Y average P/E ratio for The AES Corporation (AES)?

The 20Y average P/E ratio for AES stock is 22.23.

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