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VLO P/E Ratio Analysis

10.8x

Updated 225h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The current P/E ratio of 10.8x means investors pay $10.80 for every $1.00 of the company’s annual earnings per share.

Sector Performance

10th percentile

VLO

10.8x

Sector Median

23.1x

Sector Avg

33.7x

Prior Period

18.9x(Jul 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

The current P/E ratio of 10.8x means investors pay $10.80 for every $1.00 of the company’s annual earnings per share.

This sits well below the sector median of 23.4x, placing VLO in the 8th percentile among peers — meaning only 8% of sector stocks trade at a lower multiple. The year-over-year change is not available, but quarter-over-quarter the P/E fell 42.9%, from 18.9x to 10.8x. A low P/E combined with a sharp quarterly drop can signal either falling earnings or a market repricing of risk, creating both potential value and downside uncertainty. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict: the relative cheapness offers upside opportunity, while the negative trend argues for caution rather than conviction.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the P/E Ratio tell investors about VLO?

Measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A high P/E signals growth expectations; a low P/E may indicate undervaluation or slow growth.

How is the P/E Ratio calculated?

P/E Ratio is calculated as: Price / EPS.

Who are VLO's closest peers by P/E Ratio?

The closest peers by P/E Ratio include: WELL (102.4x), IAC (104.9x), FORM (108.1x), MCHP (113.5x), MTSI (118.9x).

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The Formula

Price / EPS

Why It Matters

Measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A high P/E signals growth expectations; a low P/E may indicate undervaluation or slow growth.