Earnings Per Share (EPS): 2.98
Is the earnings per share (EPS) high or low?
The earnings per share (EPS) of 2.98 is 22% above its 5-year average of 2.45, near the high end of its 5-year range (2.03–2.98).
As of Monday, June 29, 2026. 24.17% above its 12-month average of 2.40.
NWN Earnings Per Share (EPS)
Reported quarterly EPS; no daily interpolation.
NWN Quarterly EPS Growth (YoY)
EPS growth vs the same quarter one year earlier, last 20 quarters.
NWN Average Earnings Per Share (EPS) Chart
NWN Current vs Average Earnings Per Share (EPS) Chart
NWN Earnings Per Share (EPS) Metrics
EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS)
2.98
EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG TTM
2.40
EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG 3Y
2.46
EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG 5Y
2.45
EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG 10Y
1.92
EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG 15Y
2.31
EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG 20Y
2.37
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+24.17%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+21.26%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+21.55%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+55.36%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+28.74%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+25.82%
NWN Competitors' Earnings Per Share (EPS)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Natural Holding Company (NWN) | $2.14B | 2.98 | 2.40 | 2.46 | 2.45 |
| NuScale Power Corporation (SMR)vs › | $3.01B | -2.41 | -1.82 | -1.24 | -1.55 |
| Avista Corporation (AVA)vs › | $3.45B | 2.52 | 2.33 | 2.26 | 2.18 |
| Fluence Energy, Inc. (FLNC)vs › | $3.56B | -0.37 | -0.10 | -1.24 | -1.48 |
| Black Hills Corporation (BKH)vs › | $5.79B | 3.84 | 3.95 | 3.95 | 3.86 |
| UGI Corporation (UGI)vs › | $7.60B | 2.85 | 2.21 | 0.59 | 1.99 |
| Clearway Energy, Inc. (CWEN-A)vs › | $8.31B | 0.04 | 1.08 | 1.96 | 1.42 |
| The AES Corporation (AES)vs › | $10.46B | 1.88 | 1.82 | 0.80 | 0.44 |
| Brookfield Renewable Partners L.P. (BEP)vs › | $10.70B | 0.60 | -0.48 | -0.47 | -0.53 |
| Pinnacle West Capital Corporation (PNW)vs › | $13.10B | 5.36 | 5.25 | 4.80 | 4.93 |
EPS Comparison
Trailing EPS (TTM)
$2.98
Forward EPS (Est.)
$3.23
P/E Ratio
17.1
Formula: EPS = Net Income / Weighted Average Shares Outstanding
Why EPS matters:
- Directly impacts stock valuation through P/E ratio
- Used to calculate dividend coverage and payout ratios
- Enables comparison across companies of different sizes
- Growth in EPS often correlates with stock price appreciation
Earnings Per Share (EPS) Formula & Definition
EPS (Earnings Per Share) represents the portion of a company's profit allocated to each outstanding share. Higher EPS indicates greater profitability on a per-share basis.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Earnings Per Share (EPS) FAQ
- What is the earnings per share (EPS) for Northwest Natural Holding Company (NWN)?
- The earnings per share (EPS) for NWN stock is 2.98.
- Is Northwest Natural Holding Company's earnings per share (EPS) high or low?
- The earnings per share (EPS) of 2.98 is 22% above its 5-year average of 2.45, near the high end of its 5-year range (2.03–2.98).
- What is the TTM average earnings per share (EPS) for Northwest Natural Holding Company (NWN)?
- The TTM average earnings per share (EPS) for NWN stock is 2.40.
- What is the 3Y average earnings per share (EPS) for Northwest Natural Holding Company (NWN)?
- The 3Y average earnings per share (EPS) for NWN stock is 2.46.
- What is the 5Y average earnings per share (EPS) for Northwest Natural Holding Company (NWN)?
- The 5Y average earnings per share (EPS) for NWN stock is 2.45.
- What is the 10Y average earnings per share (EPS) for Northwest Natural Holding Company (NWN)?
- The 10Y average earnings per share (EPS) for NWN stock is 1.92.
- What is the 15Y average earnings per share (EPS) for Northwest Natural Holding Company (NWN)?
- The 15Y average earnings per share (EPS) for NWN stock is 2.31.
- What is the 20Y average earnings per share (EPS) for Northwest Natural Holding Company (NWN)?
- The 20Y average earnings per share (EPS) for NWN stock is 2.37.
NWN Earnings Per Share (EPS) History
| DATE | EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 2.77 |
| 2024-12-31 | 2.03 |
| 2023-12-31 | 2.49 |
| 2022-12-31 | 2.54 |
| 2021-12-31 | 2.56 |
| 2020-12-31 | 2.32 |
| 2019-12-31 | 2.07 |
| 2018-12-31 | 2.24 |
| 2017-12-31 | -1.94 |
| 2016-12-31 | 2.06 |
| 2015-12-31 | 1.96 |
| 2014-12-31 | 2.16 |
| 2013-12-31 | 2.24 |
| 2012-12-31 | 2.19 |
| 2011-12-31 | 2.36 |
| 2010-12-31 | 2.73 |
| 2009-12-31 | 2.83 |
| 2008-12-31 | 2.63 |
| 2007-12-31 | 2.78 |
| 2006-12-31 | 2.30 |
| 2005-12-31 | 2.11 |
| 2004-12-31 | 1.87 |
| 2003-12-31 | 1.77 |
| 2002-12-31 | 1.63 |
| 2001-12-31 | 1.90 |
| 2000-12-31 | 1.90 |
| 1999-12-31 | 1.71 |
| 1998-12-31 | 1.02 |
| 1997-12-31 | 1.78 |
| 1996-12-31 | 1.97 |
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About Northwest Natural Holding Company
Northwest Natural Holding Company (NWN) operates primarily through its subsidiary, Northwest Natural Gas Company, delivering regulated natural gas to a diverse clientele including residential, commercial, industrial, and transportation customers across Oregon and Southwest Washington. Beyond its core distribution business, the company manages the Mist gas storage facility, which holds 5.7 billion cubic feet and is leased to other utilities and third-party energy marketers. It also provides natural gas asset management solutions and maintains an appliance retail outlet. NWN's strategic investments extend to broader gas storage activities, water services, non-regulated renewable natural gas ventures, and other diversified interests. The company currently supplies natural gas to approximately 786,000 meters within its service territories in Oregon and southwest Washington. Additionally, its water operations cater to about 80,000 individuals through roughly 33,000 water and wastewater connections located in the Pacific Northwest and Texas. Founded in 1859, Northwest Natural Holding Company is headquartered in Portland, Oregon.
- Sector
- Utilities
- Industry
- Regulated Gas
- CEO
- Justin Palfreyman