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AVY P/E Ratio Analysis

18.6x

Higher than 27% of Industrials sector peers

Updated 153h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The P/E ratio of 18.6x means investors pay $18.60 for every $1 of the company’s annual earnings, a standard measure of how expensive a stock is relative to its profitability.

Sector Performance

27th percentile

AVY

18.6x

Sector Median

23.1x

Sector Avg

36.1x

Prior Period

18.7x(Aug 2026)

→ Stable

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Deep Analysis

The P/E ratio of 18.6x means investors pay $18.60 for every $1 of the company’s annual earnings, a standard measure of how expensive a stock is relative to its profitability.

Against Industrials peers, Avery Dennison trades below the sector median of 23.1x, placing it in the 27th percentile — cheaper than roughly 73% of its sector. The metric is stable: the year-over-year change is not available, and the quarter-over-quarter change is just -0.3%, moving from 18.7x down to 18.6x. A stable, below-median P/E suggests limited near-term valuation risk, but also no expanding earnings multiple to fuel upside, so the opportunity is more about current affordability than growth anticipation. This combination supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict: valuation is neither stretched enough to warrant caution nor discounted enough to signal a clear bargain. The metric aligns with a hold stance rather than a strong buy or sell.

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 18.6x compares to a Industrials sector median of 23.1x, placing it in the 27th percentile.

Who are AVY's closest peers by P/E Ratio?

The closest Industrials peers by P/E Ratio include: MMM (26.4x), POOL (19.8x), ALLE (19.6x), AOS (17.8x), ADP (17.6x).

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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.