Xcel Energy Inc.
XEL
Rank in Stocks
#507
Xcel Energy Inc., through its various operating units, functions as a... Xcel Energy Inc., through its various operating units, functions as a multifaceted energy company involved in the complete cycle of electricity – from its production and procurement to its transmission, delivery, and eventual sale. Its business is organized into three main divisions: Regulated Electric Utility, Regulated Natural Gas Utility, and a final "All Other" segment. The company employs a diverse range of energy sources for electricity generation, including traditional options like coal, nuclear power, natural gas, and oil, as well as a strong focus on renewables such as hydroelectric, solar, biomass, wood/refuse, and wind. In addition to its electric services, Xcel Energy is active in the natural gas sector, managing the acquisition, pipeline transport, distribution, and retail sales of natural gas. It also offers transportation services for natural gas owned by its customers. The firm's operations also encompass the creation and leasing of critical natural gas infrastructure, including pipelines, storage depots, and compression facilities. Furthermore, Xcel Energy diversifies its investments into rental housing ventures and is responsible for sourcing necessary equipment for the construction of new renewable power facilities. Serving a broad customer base that includes residential households, commercial enterprises, and industrial clients, the company's service area covers specific geographic regions in Colorado, Michigan, Minnesota, New Mexico, North Dakota, South Dakota, Texas, and Wisconsin. Xcel Energy provides electricity to approximately 3.7 million customers and supplies natural gas to around 2.1 million consumers. The company, founded in 1909, maintains its headquarters in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Share Price
$76.66
Market Cap
$47.88B
Change (1 day)
2.02%
Change (1 year)
-5.69%
Country
US
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Category
Utilities
P/E ratio for Xcel Energy Inc. (XEL)
P/E ratio as of October 2026 TTM: 20.53
According to Xcel Energy Inc. latest financial reports and stock price the company's current price-to-earnings ratio (TTM) is 20.53. At the end of 2024 the company had a P/E ratio of 19.64.
P/E ratio history for Xcel Energy Inc. from 2000 to 2026
P/E ratio at the end of each year
| Year | P/E Ratio | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 (TTM) | 20.53 | -4.40% |
| 2025 | 21.48 | 9.42% |
| 2024 | 19.64 | 1.75% |
| 2023 | 19.30 | -12.65% |
| 2022 | 22.09 | -3.32% |
| 2021 | 22.85 | -4.21% |
| 2020 | 23.85 | -0.68% |
| 2019 | 24.02 | 20.29% |
| 2018 | 19.97 | -6.40% |
| 2017 | 21.33 | 15.72% |
| 2016 | 18.43 | -0.47% |
| 2015 | 18.52 | 4.52% |
| 2014 | 17.72 | 21.23% |
| 2013 | 14.62 | 1.53% |
| 2012 | 14.40 | -9.67% |
| 2011 | 15.94 | 10.71% |
| 2010 | 14.40 | 1.21% |
| 2009 | 14.22 | 13.27% |
| 2008 | 12.56 | -22.80% |
| 2007 | 16.27 | -0.58% |
| 2006 | 16.36 | 13.01% |
| 2005 | 14.48 | -29.11% |
| 2004 | 20.42 | 87.74% |
| 2003 | 10.88 | -674.51% |
| 2002 | -1.89 | -115.82% |
| 2001 | 11.97 | -35.78% |
| 2000 | 18.63 | 0.00% |
P/E ratio for similar companies or competitors
| Company | P/E Ratio | P/E Ratio Difference | Country |
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| 17.53 | -14.62% |
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| 21.43 | 4.38% |
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| 21.67 | 5.54% |
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| 21.74 | 5.86% |
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How to read a P/E ratio?
The Price/Earnings ratio measures the relationship between a company's stock price and its earnings per share.
A low but positive P/E ratio stands for a company that is generating high earnings compared to its current valuation and might be undervalued. A company with a high negative (near 0) P/E ratio stands for a company that is generating heavy losses compared to its current valuation.
Companies with a P/E ratio over 30 or a negative one are generaly seen as "growth stocks" meaning that investors typically expect the company to grow or to become profitable in the future.
Companies with a positive P/E ratio bellow 10 are generally seen as "value stocks" meaning that the company is already very profitable and unlikely to strong growth in the future.