PE Ratio: 40.23

Basis: Latest stored market observation. Source: stored company filings and market data; unavailable inputs remain N/A.

Is the P/E ratio high or low?

The P/E ratio of 40.23 is 20% above its 5-year average of 33.41, near the high end of its 5-year range (23.52–46.10).

As of Tuesday, July 28, 2026. 50.78% above its 12-month average of 26.68.

PE Ratio (40.23) = Close Price ($166.34) / Diluted TTM EPS ($4.13)

BDX PE Ratio Metrics

P/E vs. its own history

At 40.2, P/E is richer than usual, sitting higher than 82% of its 20-year history.

P/E Comparison

PE Ratio Formula & Definition

PE Ratio = Share Price / Diluted EPS (TTM)

The price-to-earnings ratio measures how much investors pay for each dollar of trailing earnings. A lower PE can indicate a cheaper valuation; a higher PE implies higher growth expectations.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

PE Ratio FAQ

What is the P/E ratio for Becton, Dickinson and Company (BDX)?

The P/E ratio for BDX stock is 40.23.

Is Becton, Dickinson and Company's P/E ratio high or low?

The P/E ratio of 40.23 is 20% above its 5-year average of 33.41, near the high end of its 5-year range (23.52–46.10).

What is the TTM average P/E ratio for Becton, Dickinson and Company (BDX)?

The TTM average P/E ratio for BDX stock is 26.68.

What is the 3Y average P/E ratio for Becton, Dickinson and Company (BDX)?

The 3Y average P/E ratio for BDX stock is 33.65.

What is the 5Y average P/E ratio for Becton, Dickinson and Company (BDX)?

The 5Y average P/E ratio for BDX stock is 33.41.

What is the 10Y average P/E ratio for Becton, Dickinson and Company (BDX)?

The 10Y average P/E ratio for BDX stock is 40.98.

What is the 15Y average P/E ratio for Becton, Dickinson and Company (BDX)?

The 15Y average P/E ratio for BDX stock is 30.78.

What is the 20Y average P/E ratio for Becton, Dickinson and Company (BDX)?

The 20Y average P/E ratio for BDX stock is 27.38.

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