Magnolia Oil & Gas Corporation (MGY) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2017 to 2026
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MGY Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 8, 2026, Magnolia Oil & Gas Corporation (MGY) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 16.1x, with a stock price of $28.15 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $1.76.
The current P/E is 57% above its 5-year average of 10.2x. Over the past five years, MGY's P/E has ranged from a low of 4.6x to a high of 18.1x, placing the current valuation at the 95th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Energy sector median P/E of 16.8x, MGY is roughly in line with its sector peers. The sector includes 173 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 3.2x to 186.1x.
Relative to the broader market, MGY 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.
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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.
MGY P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $2B | 3.2Lowest | 0.15Best | -6% | |
| $8B | 186.1 | - | -95% | |
| $3B | 5.2 | - | -15% | |
| $7B | 9.1 | - | -15% | |
| $4B | 23.0 | - | +161%Best | |
| $17B | 15.7 | - | -12% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
MGY Historical P/E Data (2017–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q1 | $31.57 | $1.74 | 18.1x | -33% | |
| FY2025 Q4 | Wed Dec 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $21.89 | $1.74 | 12.6x | -54% |
| FY2025 Q3 | $23.87 | $1.80 | 13.3x | -51% | |
| FY2025 Q2 | Mon Jun 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $22.48 | $1.91 | 11.8x | -56% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mon Mar 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $25.26 | $2.01 | 12.6x | -54% |
| FY2024 Q4 | $23.38 | $1.93 | 12.1x | -55% | |
| FY2024 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $24.42 | $2.01 | 12.1x | -55% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $25.34 | $2.03 | 12.5x | -54% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $25.95 | $2.00 | 13.0x | -52% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $21.29 | $2.04 | 10.4x | -61% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $22.91 | $2.72 | 8.4x | -69% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $20.90 | $3.47 | 6.0x | -78% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 27.1x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying MGY stock.
Is MGY stock overvalued or undervalued?
MGY trades at 16.1x P/E, above its 5-year average of 10.2x. The 95th percentile ranking indicates a premium to historical valuation.
How does MGY's valuation compare to peers?
Magnolia Oil & Gas Corporation P/E of 16.1x compares to sector median of 16.8x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is MGY's PEG ratio?
MGY PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2017-2026.