PE Ratio: 14.29

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 14.29 is 40% above its 5-year average of 10.20, near the high end of its 5-year range (5.36–16.22).

As of 2026-10-06T16:37:28.955Z. 11.24% above its 12-month average of 12.85.

PE Ratio (14.29) = Close Price ($73.04) / Diluted TTM EPS ($5.11)

HWC PE Ratio Metrics

P/E vs. its own history

At 14.3, P/E is near its 20-year median — higher than 43% 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 Hancock Whitney Corporation (HWC)?

The P/E ratio for HWC stock is 14.29.

Is Hancock Whitney Corporation's P/E ratio high or low?

The P/E ratio of 14.29 is 40% above its 5-year average of 10.20, near the high end of its 5-year range (5.36–16.22).

What is the TTM average P/E ratio for Hancock Whitney Corporation (HWC)?

The TTM average P/E ratio for HWC stock is 12.85.

What is the 3Y average P/E ratio for Hancock Whitney Corporation (HWC)?

The 3Y average P/E ratio for HWC stock is 11.44.

What is the 5Y average P/E ratio for Hancock Whitney Corporation (HWC)?

The 5Y average P/E ratio for HWC stock is 10.20.

What is the 10Y average P/E ratio for Hancock Whitney Corporation (HWC)?

The 10Y average P/E ratio for HWC stock is 12.46.

What is the 15Y average P/E ratio for Hancock Whitney Corporation (HWC)?

The 15Y average P/E ratio for HWC stock is 15.02.

What is the 20Y average P/E ratio for Hancock Whitney Corporation (HWC)?

The 20Y average P/E ratio for HWC stock is 15.87.

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