Warrior Met Coal, Inc. (HCC) P/E Ratio History
ExpensiveTrading at 83.9x vs 5Y avg 21.4x · 95th percentile · Material premium to history · Data 2017–2026
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of June 21, 2026, Warrior Met Coal, Inc. (HCC) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 83.9x, with a stock price of $90.58 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $2.61.
The current P/E is 292% above its 5-year average of 21.4x. Over the past five years, HCC's P/E has ranged from a low of 2.2x to a high of 94.7x, placing the current valuation at the 95th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Energy sector median P/E of 15.5x, HCC trades at a 443% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 173 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 1.6x to 166.4x.
Relative to the broader market, HCC commands a significant premium over the S&P 500 median P/E of 24.4x. Investors should consider the company's growth prospects, competitive position, and earnings quality when evaluating whether the current valuation is justified.
For a comprehensive intrinsic value estimate using discounted cash flow analysis, see our HCC DCF Valuation Calculator →
Note: P/E ratio is just one valuation metric. It does not account for balance sheet strength, cash flow quality, or growth sustainability. Always conduct comprehensive due diligence before making investment decisions.
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HCC P/E vs Peers
Coal Mining and Exporters peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $3B | 9.7Lowest | - | -13% | |
| $52B | 32.0 | - | -63% | |
| $1B | 10.0 | - | -12% | |
| $56B | 32.4 | 1.24 | -11% | |
| $36B | 31.3 | 1.24Best | -19% | |
| $20B | 28.4 | 1.43 | -10%Best |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
HCC Historical P/E Data (2017–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q1 | - | $93.15 | $2.62 | 35.6x | +149% |
| FY2025 Q4 | Dec 31 2025 | $88.17 | $1.09 | 80.9x | +467% |
| FY2025 Q3 | - | $63.64 | $0.67 | 94.7x | +564% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Jun 30 2025 | $45.83 | $0.77 | 59.4x | +316% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mar 31 2025 | $47.72 | $2.01 | 23.7x | +66% |
| FY2024 Q4 | - | $54.24 | $4.79 | 11.3x | -21% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Sep 30 2024 | $63.90 | $7.24 | 8.8x | -38% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Jun 30 2024 | $62.77 | $8.08 | 7.8x | -46% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Mar 31 2024 | $60.70 | $8.31 | 7.3x | -49% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Dec 31 2023 | $60.97 | $9.20 | 6.6x | -54% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sep 30 2023 | $51.08 | $8.66 | 5.9x | -59% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Jun 30 2023 | $38.95 | $8.92 | 4.4x | -69% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Mar 31 2023 | $36.71 | $13.08 | 2.8x | -80% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Dec 31 2022 | $34.64 | $12.40 | 2.8x | -80% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Sep 30 2022 | $28.44 | $13.15 | 2.2x | -85% |
| FY2022 Q2 | - | $30.61 | $11.99 | 2.6x | -82% |
| FY2022 Q1 | - | $37.11 | $6.16 | 6.0x | -58% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Dec 31 2021 | $25.71 | $2.91 | 8.8x | -38% |
| FY2020 Q3 | Sep 30 2020 | $17.08 | $0.37 | 46.2x | +224% |
| FY2020 Q2 | - | $15.39 | $1.52 | 10.1x | -29% |
| FY2020 Q1 | - | $10.62 | $4.13 | 2.6x | -82% |
| FY2019 Q4 | - | $21.13 | $5.85 | 3.6x | -75% |
| FY2019 Q3 | Sep 30 2019 | $19.52 | $12.55 | 1.6x | -89% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Jun 30 2019 | $26.12 | $12.68 | 2.1x | -86% |
| FY2019 Q1 | Mar 31 2019 | $30.40 | $11.97 | 2.5x | -82% |
| FY2018 Q4 | Dec 31 2018 | $24.11 | $13.19 | 1.8x | -87% |
| FY2018 Q3 | Sep 30 2018 | $27.04 | $7.91 | 3.4x | -76% |
| FY2018 Q2 | Jun 30 2018 | $27.57 | $9.18 | 3.0x | -79% |
| FY2018 Q1 | Mar 31 2018 | $21.96 | $9.92 | 2.2x | -84% |
| FY2017 Q4 | Dec 31 2017 | $19.72 | $8.62 | 2.3x | -84% |
| FY2017 Q3 | Sep 30 2017 | $11.55 | $7.44 | 1.6x | -89% |
| FY2017 Q2 | Jun 30 2017 | $8.39 | $4.53 | 1.9x | -87% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 14.3x
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HCC — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying HCC stock.
What is HCC's P/E ratio?
Warrior Met Coal, Inc. (HCC) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is 83.9x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $2.61. The 5-year average P/E is 21.4x and the historical range spans 2.2x to 94.7x.
Is HCC stock overvalued or undervalued?
HCC trades at 83.9x P/E, above its 5-year average of 21.4x. The 95th percentile ranking within the 2.2x–94.7x historical range indicates a premium to historical valuation.
Is HCC stock expensive?
Yes, HCC is expensive relative to its own history. The current P/E of 83.9x is above the 5-year average of 21.4x and also above the Energy sector median of 15.5x. The stock sits at the 95th percentile of its 5-year valuation range.
What is HCC's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, HCC's P/E ratio has ranged from 2.2x to 94.7x, with a median of 8.8x and an average of 21.4x. The current P/E of 83.9x places the stock at the 95th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 2017–2026.
How does HCC's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
HCC trades at 83.9x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 24.4x. The 244% premium to the market typically reflects higher expected earnings growth or quality.
How does HCC's valuation compare to Energy peers?
Warrior Met Coal, Inc. P/E of 83.9x compares to the Energy sector median of 15.5x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers or stronger fundamentals. See the peer comparison table on this page for ticker-by-ticker P/E and PEG.
What is HCC's PEG ratio?
HCC PEG ratio is N/A, based on a P/E of 83.9x and EPS growth of -77.5%. PEG normalises P/E by growth and helps compare stocks with different earnings trajectories.
What is HCC's earnings yield?
HCC earnings yield is 1.19%, the inverse of its 83.9x P/E ratio. Earnings yield represents the percentage of each dollar invested that the company earns. It can be compared directly to bond yields to assess relative attractiveness of stocks versus fixed income.