NRG Energy, Inc. (NRG) PE Ratio: 158.89

Is NRG Energy, Inc.’s P/E ratio high or low?

NRG Energy, Inc.'s P/E ratio of 158.89 is 617% above its 5-year average of 22.15, near the high end of its 5-year range (2.17–177.22).

As of Sunday, June 21, 2026. 256.96% above its 12-month average of 44.51.

PE Ratio (158.89) = Close Price ($135.06) / Diluted TTM EPS ($0.85)

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P/E vs. its own history

At 158.9, P/E is richer than usual, sitting higher than 98% of its 20-year history.

P/E Comparison

NRG Energy, Inc. 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

NRG Energy, Inc. PE Ratio FAQ

What is the P/E ratio for NRG Energy, Inc. (NRG)?

The P/E ratio for NRG stock is 158.89.

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

NRG Energy, Inc.'s P/E ratio of 158.89 is 617% above its 5-year average of 22.15, near the high end of its 5-year range (2.17–177.22).

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

The TTM average P/E ratio for NRG stock is 44.51.

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

The 3Y average P/E ratio for NRG stock is 23.56.

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

The 5Y average P/E ratio for NRG stock is 13.92.

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

The 10Y average P/E ratio for NRG stock is 13.71.

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

The 15Y average P/E ratio for NRG stock is 14.09.

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

The 20Y average P/E ratio for NRG stock is 14.00.

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