SunCoke Energy, Inc. (SXC) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2011 to 2025
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SXC Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 6, 2026, SunCoke Energy, Inc. (SXC) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -13.7x, with a stock price of $7.10 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-0.77.
The current P/E is 177% below its 5-year average of 17.6x. Over the past five years, SXC's P/E has ranged from a low of 4.8x to a high of 87.0x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Energy sector median P/E of 17.1x, SXC trades at a 180% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 172 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 3.2x to 149.1x.
Relative to the broader market, SXC 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.
SXC P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $5B | 80.2 | - | -77% | |
| $2B | 13.2Lowest | - | -71% | |
| $58B | 36.0 | - | -63% | |
| $53B | 30.9 | 1.18 | -11% | |
| $34B | 29.7 | 1.18Best | -19% | |
| $19B | 26.6 | 1.34 | -10%Best | |
| $8B | 94.3 | - | -82% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
SXC Historical P/E Data (2011–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q3 | $8.16 | $0.76 | 10.7x | -54% | |
| FY2025 Q2 | Mon Jun 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $8.59 | $0.86 | 10.0x | -57% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mon Mar 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $9.20 | $1.09 | 8.4x | -63% |
| FY2024 Q4 | $10.70 | $1.12 | 9.6x | -59% | |
| FY2024 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $8.68 | $1.00 | 8.7x | -62% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $9.80 | $0.72 | 13.6x | -41% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $11.27 | $0.71 | 15.9x | -31% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $10.74 | $0.67 | 16.0x | -30% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $10.15 | $0.65 | 15.6x | -32% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $7.87 | $1.06 | 7.4x | -68% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Fri Mar 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $8.98 | $1.03 | 8.7x | -62% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Sat Dec 31 2022 00:00:00 GM | $8.63 | $1.19 | 7.3x | -69% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 23.1x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying SXC stock.
Is SXC stock overvalued or undervalued?
SXC trades at -13.7x P/E, below its 5-year average of 17.6x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does SXC's valuation compare to peers?
SunCoke Energy, Inc. P/E of -13.7x compares to sector median of 17.1x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is SXC's PEG ratio?
SXC PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2011-2025.