PE Ratio: 27.34

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Is the P/E ratio high or low?

The P/E ratio of 27.34 is 34% above its 5-year average of 20.36, near the high end of its 5-year range (10.33–28.13).

As of Sunday, July 26, 2026. 4.70% above its 12-month average of 26.11.

PE Ratio (27.34) = Close Price ($44.56) / Diluted TTM EPS ($1.63)

CNP PE Ratio Metrics

P/E vs. its own history

At 27.3, P/E is richer than usual, sitting higher than 90% of 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 CenterPoint Energy, Inc. (CNP)?

The P/E ratio for CNP stock is 27.34.

Is CenterPoint Energy, Inc.'s P/E ratio high or low?

The P/E ratio of 27.34 is 34% above its 5-year average of 20.36, near the high end of its 5-year range (10.33–28.13).

What is the TTM average P/E ratio for CenterPoint Energy, Inc. (CNP)?

The TTM average P/E ratio for CNP stock is 26.11.

What is the 3Y average P/E ratio for CenterPoint Energy, Inc. (CNP)?

The 3Y average P/E ratio for CNP stock is 23.21.

What is the 5Y average P/E ratio for CenterPoint Energy, Inc. (CNP)?

The 5Y average P/E ratio for CNP stock is 20.36.

What is the 10Y average P/E ratio for CenterPoint Energy, Inc. (CNP)?

The 10Y average P/E ratio for CNP stock is 19.52.

What is the 15Y average P/E ratio for CenterPoint Energy, Inc. (CNP)?

The 15Y average P/E ratio for CNP stock is 18.94.

What is the 20Y average P/E ratio for CenterPoint Energy, Inc. (CNP)?

The 20Y average P/E ratio for CNP stock is 17.04.

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