Imperial Petroleum Inc. (IMPP) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2022 to 2025
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IMPP Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 8, 2026, Imperial Petroleum Inc. (IMPP) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 3.5x, with a stock price of $4.91 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $1.07.
The current P/E is 86% above its 5-year average of 1.9x. Over the past five years, IMPP's P/E has ranged from a low of 0.4x to a high of 4.5x, placing the current valuation at the 92th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Energy sector median P/E of 16.8x, IMPP trades at a 79% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 173 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 3.2x to 186.1x.
Relative to the broader market, IMPP trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 25.1x. 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 IMPP 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.
IMPP P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $10M | 2.0Lowest | - | +109%Best | |
| $506M | 3.7 | - | +22% | |
| $1B | 15.6 | 0.10Best | +24% | |
| $78M | 2.3 | - | -48% | |
| $3B | 8.0 | 0.26 | -13% | |
| $4B | 12.0 | 0.36 | -47% | |
| $770M | 21.4 | - | -71% | |
| $4B | 14.5 | - | -26% | |
| $1B | 9.9 | - | -8% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
IMPP Historical P/E Data (2022–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q3 | $4.78 | $1.07 | 4.5x | +137% | |
| FY2025 Q2 | Mon Jun 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $3.08 | $1.07 | 2.9x | +53% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mon Mar 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $2.45 | $1.34 | 1.8x | -3% |
| FY2024 Q4 | $3.01 | $1.55 | 1.9x | +3% | |
| FY2024 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $4.15 | $1.24 | 3.3x | +77% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $3.88 | $1.41 | 2.8x | +46% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $3.13 | $1.59 | 2.0x | +4% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $2.64 | $3.42 | 0.8x | -59% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $1.58 | $3.88 | 0.4x | -78% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $3.08 | $4.64 | 0.7x | -65% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Fri Mar 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $2.91 | $3.86 | 0.8x | -60% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Sat Dec 31 2022 00:00:00 GM | $3.62 | $4.19 | 0.9x | -54% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 1.9x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying IMPP stock.
Is IMPP stock overvalued or undervalued?
IMPP trades at 3.5x P/E, above its 5-year average of 1.9x. The 92th percentile ranking indicates a premium to historical valuation.
How does IMPP's valuation compare to peers?
Imperial Petroleum Inc. P/E of 3.5x compares to sector median of 16.8x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is IMPP's PEG ratio?
IMPP PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2022-2025.