P/E Ratio
Higher than 15% of Industrials sector peers
Updated 152h ago
Sector Performance
15th percentileAVY
19.2x
Sector Median
30.5x
Sector Avg
34.5x
Deep Analysis
Avery Dennison's current P/E ratio of 19.2x means investors are paying $19.20 for every $1 of the company's trailing earnings, a standard measure of valuation.
That ratio sits well below the Industrials sector median of 35.1x, placing AVY in the 9th percentile among its peers — indicating it is valued more cheaply than most. The year-over-year trend is not available, but the quarter-over-quarter change shows a minimal decline of -0.5%, moving from 19.3x to 19.2x. With a low P/E relative to the sector and essentially flat movement, the combination suggests limited downside risk from overvaluation but also no immediate catalyst for revaluation. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict: the depressed multiple does not scream opportunity or danger, aligning with a balanced stance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the P/E Ratio tell investors about AVY?
Measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A high P/E signals growth expectations; a low P/E may indicate undervaluation or slow growth.
How is the P/E Ratio calculated?
P/E Ratio is calculated as: Price / EPS.
How does AVY's P/E Ratio compare to its sector?
AVY's P/E Ratio of 19.2x compares to a Industrials sector median of 30.5x, placing it in the 15th percentile.
Who are AVY's closest peers by P/E Ratio?
The closest Industrials peers by P/E Ratio include: BLDR (32.4x), MMM (28.6x), AME (35.1x), AAL (36.9x), ROP (22.1x).
The Formula
Price / EPS
Why It Matters
Measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A high P/E signals growth expectations; a low P/E may indicate undervaluation or slow growth.
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19.2x
Sector Median
30.5x
Sector Avg
34.5x
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