Talos Energy Inc. (TALO) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2018 to 2025
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TALO Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 8, 2026, Talos Energy Inc. (TALO) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -5.3x, with a stock price of $14.91 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-4.41.
The current P/E is 112% below its 5-year average of 46.0x. Over the past five years, TALO's P/E has ranged from a low of 1.0x to a high of 398.4x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Energy sector median P/E of 16.8x, TALO trades at a 132% 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, TALO 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.
TALO 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% | |
| $4B | 23.0 | - | +161%Best | |
| $243M | 4.9 | 4.84 | +49% | |
| $3B | 5.2 | - | -15% | |
| $28B | 10.8 | - | -8% | |
| $5B | 16.1 | - | -10% | |
| $3B | 61.4 | - | -92% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
TALO Historical P/E Data (2018–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q1 | Mon Mar 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $9.72 | $0.15 | 65.9x | +43% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $10.35 | $0.54 | 19.3x | -58% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $12.15 | $0.03 | 398.4x | +766% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $13.93 | $0.07 | 190.6x | +314% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $14.23 | $1.62 | 8.8x | -81% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $16.44 | $0.97 | 17.0x | -63% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $13.87 | $3.97 | 3.5x | -92% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Fri Mar 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $14.84 | $6.19 | 2.4x | -95% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Sat Dec 31 2022 00:00:00 GM | $18.88 | $4.54 | 4.2x | -91% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Fri Sep 30 2022 00:00:00 GM | $16.65 | $5.49 | 3.0x | -93% |
| FY2022 Q2 | $15.47 | $2.30 | 6.7x | -85% | |
| FY2020 Q2 | $9.20 | $1.91 | 4.8x | -90% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 46.0x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying TALO stock.
Is TALO stock overvalued or undervalued?
TALO trades at -5.3x P/E, below its 5-year average of 46.0x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does TALO's valuation compare to peers?
Talos Energy Inc. P/E of -5.3x compares to sector median of 16.8x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is TALO's PEG ratio?
TALO PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2018-2025.