PE Ratio: 14.46

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 14.46 is in line with its 5-year average of 14.53, around the middle of its 5-year range (7.81–19.94).

As of 2026-09-18T14:25:37.690Z. 12.31% below its 12-month average of 16.49.

PE Ratio (14.46) = Close Price ($431.79) / Diluted TTM EPS ($29.86)

HCA PE Ratio Metrics

P/E vs. its own history

At 14.5, P/E is near its 16-year median — higher than 56% of readings in its 16-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 HCA Healthcare, Inc. (HCA)?

The P/E ratio for HCA stock is 14.46.

Is HCA Healthcare, Inc.'s P/E ratio high or low?

The P/E ratio of 14.46 is in line with its 5-year average of 14.53, around the middle of its 5-year range (7.81–19.94).

What is the TTM average P/E ratio for HCA Healthcare, Inc. (HCA)?

The TTM average P/E ratio for HCA stock is 16.49.

What is the 3Y average P/E ratio for HCA Healthcare, Inc. (HCA)?

The 3Y average P/E ratio for HCA stock is 15.84.

What is the 5Y average P/E ratio for HCA Healthcare, Inc. (HCA)?

The 5Y average P/E ratio for HCA stock is 14.53.

What is the 10Y average P/E ratio for HCA Healthcare, Inc. (HCA)?

The 10Y average P/E ratio for HCA stock is 14.10.

What is the 15Y average P/E ratio for HCA Healthcare, Inc. (HCA)?

The 15Y average P/E ratio for HCA stock is 14.43.

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