PE Ratio: 17.23

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 17.23 is in line with its 5-year average of 17.90, near the low end of its 5-year range (2.96–72.88).

As of 2026-09-18T14:11:03.111Z. 42.08% below its 12-month average of 29.75.

PE Ratio (17.23) = Close Price ($415.34) / Diluted TTM EPS ($24.11)

VLO PE Ratio Metrics

P/E vs. its own history

At 17.2, P/E is above its 20-year median — higher than 81% 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 Valero Energy Corporation (VLO)?

The P/E ratio for VLO stock is 17.23.

Is Valero Energy Corporation's P/E ratio high or low?

The P/E ratio of 17.23 is in line with its 5-year average of 17.90, near the low end of its 5-year range (2.96–72.88).

What is the TTM average P/E ratio for Valero Energy Corporation (VLO)?

The TTM average P/E ratio for VLO stock is 29.75.

What is the 3Y average P/E ratio for Valero Energy Corporation (VLO)?

The 3Y average P/E ratio for VLO stock is 21.90.

What is the 5Y average P/E ratio for Valero Energy Corporation (VLO)?

The 5Y average P/E ratio for VLO stock is 17.90.

What is the 10Y average P/E ratio for Valero Energy Corporation (VLO)?

The 10Y average P/E ratio for VLO stock is 12.02.

What is the 15Y average P/E ratio for Valero Energy Corporation (VLO)?

The 15Y average P/E ratio for VLO stock is 10.47.

What is the 20Y average P/E ratio for Valero Energy Corporation (VLO)?

The 20Y average P/E ratio for VLO stock is 9.88.

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