P/E Ratio
Higher than 100% of Energy sector peers
Updated 61h ago
Sector Performance
100th percentileXOM
24.5x
Sector Median
11.8x
Sector Avg
13.0x
Deep Analysis
The P/E ratio of 24.5x means investors are paying $24.50 for every $1 of ExxonMobil’s annual earnings, reflecting how the market prices the stock relative to its profitability.
This is far above the Energy sector median of 11.8x, placing ExxonMobil at the 100th percentile among its peers—the highest valuation in the sector. Over the last eight quarters, the metric has been stable, with a year-over-year increase of +5.5% and a quarter-over-quarter rise of +0.4%. The combination of a very high P/E and a stable upward trend suggests limited near-term upside from valuation alone, as the stock already carries a premium that may not be supported by near-term earnings growth. This metric contradicts a bullish outlook due to the extreme overvaluation relative to peers, but the lack of volatility supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict by indicating neither a clear bargain nor an imminent correction.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the P/E Ratio tell investors about XOM?
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.
How does XOM's P/E Ratio compare to its sector?
XOM's P/E Ratio of 24.5x compares to a Energy sector median of 11.8x, placing it in the 100th percentile.
Who are XOM's closest peers by P/E Ratio?
The closest Energy peers by P/E Ratio include: AR (11.8x), PXD (13.2x), CNQ (10.1x), APA (8.9x), ENB (16.9x).
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.
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24.5x
Sector Median
11.8x
Sector Avg
13.0x
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