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Calculation
HP Inc., P/E, long-term trends, calculation
| P/E | = | Share price1, 2, 3 | ÷ | Earnings per share1 (EPS) | EPS1 | = | Net earnings (loss)1 (in millions) |
÷ | No. shares of common stock outstanding2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 13, 2018 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Dec 14, 2017 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Dec 15, 2016 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Dec 16, 2015 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Dec 18, 2014 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Dec 30, 2013 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Dec 27, 2012 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Dec 14, 2011 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Dec 15, 2010 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Dec 17, 2009 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Dec 18, 2008 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Dec 18, 2007 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Dec 22, 2006 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Dec 21, 2005 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2018-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-10-31).
1 US$
2 Data adjusted for splits and stock dividends.
3 Closing price as at the filing date of HP Inc. Annual Report.
- Share Price
- The share price exhibited considerable volatility over the period analyzed. Starting at $28.77, it peaked at $51.02 in 2007 before experiencing a sharp decline to $14.04 in late 2012. Subsequently, the price demonstrated a recovery trend, reaching $22.29 by the end of 2018. Despite some intermittent fluctuations, the overall movement reflects significant market uncertainty or changing investor sentiment throughout these years.
- Earnings per Share (EPS)
- EPS showed a generally positive trajectory in the early years, increasing from $0.85 to a high of $4.00 in 2010. However, a notable anomaly is observed in 2012, where EPS fell dramatically to -$6.49, indicating a substantial loss for that period. Following this downturn, EPS gradually recovered, ending at $3.43 in 2018. The data suggests periods of strong profitability disrupted by occasional severe setbacks.
- Price-to-Earnings (P/E) Ratio
- The P/E ratio fluctuated widely throughout the timeframe, beginning at a high level of 34.04 and generally trending downward with intermittent spikes. The ratio fell to a low of 4.82 in 2015, reflecting a period of lower share prices relative to earnings or increased earnings per share. There is a notable absence of data for 2012, likely corresponding to the negative EPS observed. Later years showed P/E ratios rising again but remaining mostly below early period levels, indicating a more cautious valuation environment.
- Overall Analysis
- The financial data reveals a company experiencing cyclical challenges and recoveries. The combination of fluctuating share prices, volatile EPS including a significant loss year, and a wide range of P/E ratios suggests sensitivity to external market conditions or internal operational issues. Recovery trends post-2012 indicate resilience, although the share price and earnings have not consistently regained their earlier peaks. Investors' valuation, as reflected in the P/E ratio, appears to respond dynamically to earnings performance and market confidence throughout the period.
Comparison to Competitors
HP Inc., P/E, long-term trends, comparison to competitors
| HP Inc. | Apple Inc. | Arista Networks Inc. | Cisco Systems Inc. | Dell Technologies Inc. | Super Micro Computer Inc. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 13, 2018 | ||||||
| Dec 14, 2017 | ||||||
| Dec 15, 2016 | ||||||
| Dec 16, 2015 | ||||||
| Dec 18, 2014 | ||||||
| Dec 30, 2013 | ||||||
| Dec 27, 2012 | ||||||
| Dec 14, 2011 | ||||||
| Dec 15, 2010 | ||||||
| Dec 17, 2009 | ||||||
| Dec 18, 2008 | ||||||
| Dec 18, 2007 | ||||||
| Dec 22, 2006 | ||||||
| Dec 21, 2005 |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2018-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-10-31).
Comparison to Sector (Technology Hardware & Equipment)
HP Inc., P/E, long-term trends, comparison to sector (technology hardware & equipment)
| HP Inc. | Technology Hardware & Equipment | |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 13, 2018 | ||
| Dec 14, 2017 | ||
| Dec 15, 2016 | ||
| Dec 16, 2015 | ||
| Dec 18, 2014 | ||
| Dec 30, 2013 | ||
| Dec 27, 2012 | ||
| Dec 14, 2011 | ||
| Dec 15, 2010 | ||
| Dec 17, 2009 | ||
| Dec 18, 2008 | ||
| Dec 18, 2007 | ||
| Dec 22, 2006 | ||
| Dec 21, 2005 |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2018-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-10-31).
Comparison to Industry (Information Technology)
HP Inc., P/E, long-term trends, comparison to industry (information technology)
| HP Inc. | Information Technology | |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 13, 2018 | ||
| Dec 14, 2017 | ||
| Dec 15, 2016 | ||
| Dec 16, 2015 | ||
| Dec 18, 2014 | ||
| Dec 30, 2013 | ||
| Dec 27, 2012 | ||
| Dec 14, 2011 | ||
| Dec 15, 2010 | ||
| Dec 17, 2009 | ||
| Dec 18, 2008 | ||
| Dec 18, 2007 | ||
| Dec 22, 2006 | ||
| Dec 21, 2005 |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2018-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-10-31).