Home Federal Bancorp, Inc. of Louisiana (HFBL) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2005 to 2026
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HFBL Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 6, 2026, Home Federal Bancorp, Inc. of Louisiana (HFBL) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 15.8x, with a stock price of $19.96 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $1.68.
The current P/E is 44% above its 5-year average of 11.0x. Over the past five years, HFBL's P/E has ranged from a low of 7.8x to a high of 14.2x, placing the current valuation at the 100th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Financial Services sector median P/E of 13.4x, HFBL trades at a 19% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 774 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 195.8x.
The PEG ratio of 4.77 (P/E divided by 8% EPS growth) suggests the stock may be expensive relative to its earnings growth. Peter Lynch popularized the rule that a PEG below 1.0 indicates an attractive entry point.
Relative to the broader market, HFBL trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 25.2x. Investors should consider the company's growth prospects, competitive position, and earnings quality when evaluating whether the current valuation is justified.
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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.
HFBL P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $934M | 14.0 | 1.61 | +58% | |
| $203M | 14.4 | 2.84 | +9% | |
| $2B | 13.6 | 1.93 | +13% | |
| $504M | 11.0 | 0.71Best | +28% | |
| $1B | 20.2 | - | -41% | |
| $610M | 14.0 | 7.28 | +50% | |
| $904M | 9.9Lowest | 0.89 | +23% | |
| $5B | 20.9 | 4.01 | +12% | |
| $14B | 23.2 | - | -52% | |
| $7B | 11.7 | - | +376%Best |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
HFBL Historical P/E Data (2005–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q2 | Wed Dec 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $18.00 | $1.68 | 10.7x | -65% |
| FY2026 Q1 | $13.77 | $1.47 | 9.4x | -69% | |
| FY2025 Q4 | Mon Jun 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $13.60 | $1.26 | 10.8x | -65% |
| FY2025 Q3 | Mon Mar 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $13.05 | $1.09 | 12.0x | -61% |
| FY2025 Q2 | $12.55 | $1.09 | 11.5x | -62% | |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $12.60 | $1.09 | 11.6x | -62% |
| FY2024 Q4 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $11.47 | $1.17 | 9.8x | -68% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $12.86 | $1.36 | 9.5x | -69% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $14.34 | $1.46 | 9.8x | -68% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $14.50 | $1.68 | 8.6x | -72% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $14.04 | $1.81 | 7.8x | -75% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Fri Mar 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $17.07 | $1.72 | 9.9x | -68% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 30.6x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying HFBL stock.
Is HFBL stock overvalued or undervalued?
HFBL trades at 15.8x P/E, above its 5-year average of 11.0x. The 100th percentile ranking indicates a premium to historical valuation.
How does HFBL's valuation compare to peers?
Home Federal Bancorp, Inc. of Louisiana P/E of 15.8x compares to sector median of 13.4x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers.
What is HFBL's PEG ratio?
HFBL PEG ratio is 4.77. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2005-2026.