Warrior Met Coal, Inc. (HCC) P/E Ratio History
ExpensiveTrading at 72.0x vs 5Y avg 21.4x · 90th percentile · Material premium to history · Data 2017–2026
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of July 8, 2026, Warrior Met Coal, Inc. (HCC) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 72.0x, with a stock price of $77.74 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $2.61.
The current P/E is 236% above its 5-year average of 21.4x. Over the past five years, HCC's P/E has ranged from a low of 2.2x to a high of 94.7x, placing the current valuation at the 90th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Energy sector median P/E of 16.0x, HCC trades at a 349% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 174 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.5x to 158.7x.
Relative to the broader market, HCC commands a significant premium over the S&P 500 median P/E of 25.9x. 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 HCC 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.
HCC Cross-Benchmark Valuation
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HCC P/E vs Peers
Coal Mining and Exporters peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $3B | 9.9 | - | -13% | |
| $51B | 31.5 | - | -63% | |
| $1B | 9.7Lowest | - | -12% | |
| $52B | 30.2 | 1.16 | -11% | |
| $32B | 27.8 | 1.10Best | -19% | |
| $19B | 27.1 | 1.37 | -10%Best |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
HCC Historical P/E Data (2017–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q1 | - | $93.15 | $2.62 | 35.6x | +149% |
| FY2025 Q4 | Dec 31 2025 | $88.17 | $1.09 | 80.9x | +467% |
| FY2025 Q3 | - | $63.64 | $0.67 | 94.7x | +564% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Jun 30 2025 | $45.83 | $0.77 | 59.4x | +316% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mar 31 2025 | $47.72 | $2.01 | 23.7x | +66% |
| FY2024 Q4 | - | $54.24 | $4.79 | 11.3x | -21% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Sep 30 2024 | $63.90 | $7.24 | 8.8x | -38% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Jun 30 2024 | $62.77 | $8.08 | 7.8x | -46% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Mar 31 2024 | $60.70 | $8.31 | 7.3x | -49% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Dec 31 2023 | $60.97 | $9.20 | 6.6x | -54% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sep 30 2023 | $51.08 | $8.66 | 5.9x | -59% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Jun 30 2023 | $38.95 | $8.92 | 4.4x | -69% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Mar 31 2023 | $36.71 | $13.08 | 2.8x | -80% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Dec 31 2022 | $34.64 | $12.40 | 2.8x | -80% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Sep 30 2022 | $28.44 | $13.15 | 2.2x | -85% |
| FY2022 Q2 | - | $30.61 | $11.99 | 2.6x | -82% |
| FY2022 Q1 | - | $37.11 | $6.16 | 6.0x | -58% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Dec 31 2021 | $25.71 | $2.91 | 8.8x | -38% |
| FY2020 Q3 | Sep 30 2020 | $17.08 | $0.37 | 46.2x | +224% |
| FY2020 Q2 | - | $15.39 | $1.52 | 10.1x | -29% |
| FY2020 Q1 | - | $10.62 | $4.13 | 2.6x | -82% |
| FY2019 Q4 | - | $21.13 | $5.85 | 3.6x | -75% |
| FY2019 Q3 | Sep 30 2019 | $19.52 | $12.55 | 1.6x | -89% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Jun 30 2019 | $26.12 | $12.68 | 2.1x | -86% |
| FY2019 Q1 | Mar 31 2019 | $30.40 | $11.97 | 2.5x | -82% |
| FY2018 Q4 | Dec 31 2018 | $24.11 | $13.19 | 1.8x | -87% |
| FY2018 Q3 | Sep 30 2018 | $27.04 | $7.91 | 3.4x | -76% |
| FY2018 Q2 | Jun 30 2018 | $27.57 | $9.18 | 3.0x | -79% |
| FY2018 Q1 | Mar 31 2018 | $21.96 | $9.92 | 2.2x | -84% |
| FY2017 Q4 | Dec 31 2017 | $19.72 | $8.62 | 2.3x | -84% |
| FY2017 Q3 | Sep 30 2017 | $11.55 | $7.44 | 1.6x | -89% |
| FY2017 Q2 | Jun 30 2017 | $8.39 | $4.53 | 1.9x | -87% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 14.3x
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HCC — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying HCC stock.
What is HCC's P/E ratio?
Warrior Met Coal, Inc. (HCC) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is 72.0x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $2.61. The 5-year average P/E is 21.4x and the historical range spans 2.2x to 94.7x.
Is HCC stock overvalued or undervalued?
HCC trades at 72.0x P/E, above its 5-year average of 21.4x. The 90th percentile ranking within the 2.2x–94.7x historical range indicates a premium to historical valuation.
Is HCC stock expensive?
Yes, HCC is expensive relative to its own history. The current P/E of 72.0x is above the 5-year average of 21.4x and also above the Energy sector median of 16.0x. The stock sits at the 90th percentile of its 5-year valuation range.
What is HCC's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, HCC's P/E ratio has ranged from 2.2x to 94.7x, with a median of 8.8x and an average of 21.4x. The current P/E of 72.0x places the stock at the 90th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 2017–2026.
How does HCC's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
HCC trades at 72.0x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 25.9x. The 178% premium to the market typically reflects higher expected earnings growth or quality.
How does HCC's valuation compare to Energy peers?
Warrior Met Coal, Inc. P/E of 72.0x compares to the Energy sector median of 16.0x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers or stronger fundamentals. See the peer comparison table on this page for ticker-by-ticker P/E and PEG.
What is HCC's PEG ratio?
HCC PEG ratio is N/A, based on a P/E of 72.0x and EPS growth of -77.5%. PEG normalises P/E by growth and helps compare stocks with different earnings trajectories.
What is HCC's earnings yield?
HCC earnings yield is 1.39%, the inverse of its 72.0x P/E ratio. Earnings yield represents the percentage of each dollar invested that the company earns. It can be compared directly to bond yields to assess relative attractiveness of stocks versus fixed income.