YPF Sociedad Anónima (YPF) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 1998 to 2025
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Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of February 28, 2026, YPF Sociedad Anónima (YPF) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 8.0x, with a stock price of $35.39 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-1554.13.
The current P/E is 1777% above its 5-year average of 0.4x. Over the past five years, YPF's P/E has ranged from a low of 0.0x to a high of 5.9x, placing the current valuation at the 100th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Energy sector median P/E of 16.8x, YPF trades at a 52% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 180 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 1.9x to 146.4x.
Relative to the broader market, YPF trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 26.2x. 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.
Peer Comparison
P/E metrics vs. Global and national integrated oil companies peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
XOMExxon Mobil Corporation | $638B | 22.8 | - | -15% |
CVXChevron Corporation | $370B | 19.2 | 0.43 | -14% |
PBRPetróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras | $62B | 7.1 | 0.17Best | -70% |
PBR-APetróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras | $42B | 14.7 | - | -73% |
ECEcopetrol S.A. | $24B | 6.6Lowest | - | -27% |
YPFYPF Sociedad Anónima | $14B | 8.0 | - | +257%Best |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
Historical P/E Data
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q2 | Mon Jun 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $31.45 | $2783.10 | 0.0x | -100% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mon Mar 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $35.04 | $3964.12 | 0.0x | -100% |
| FY2024 Q4 | $42.51 | $5377.89 | 0.0x | -100% | |
| FY2024 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $21.21 | $1946.34 | 0.0x | -100% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $12.25 | $779.09 | 0.0x | -100% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $14.89 | $775.49 | 0.0x | -100% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Fri Mar 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $10.98 | $821.91 | 0.0x | -100% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Sat Dec 31 2022 00:00:00 GM | $9.19 | $738.34 | 0.0x | -100% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Fri Sep 30 2022 00:00:00 GM | $6.21 | $601.50 | 0.0x | -100% |
| FY2022 Q2 | $3.26 | $425.11 | 0.0x | -100% | |
| FY2022 Q1 | $4.83 | $73.60 | 0.1x | -99% | |
| FY2021 Q4 | Fri Dec 31 2021 00:00:00 GM | $3.82 | $0.65 | 5.9x | +21% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 4.9x
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Is YPF stock overvalued or undervalued?
YPF trades at 8.0x P/E, above its 5-year average of 0.4x. The 100th percentile ranking indicates a premium to historical valuation.
How does YPF's valuation compare to peers?
YPF Sociedad Anónima P/E of 8.0x compares to sector median of 16.8x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is YPF's PEG ratio?
YPF PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 1998-2025.