Forward PE Ratio: 21.47
The forward PE ratio is 21.47 as of Thursday, July 9, 2026.
Forward PE Ratio (21.47) = Close Price ($120.92) / Consensus Forward EPS ($5.76)
DLTR Forward PE Ratio Metrics
FORWARD PE RATIO
21.47
DLTR Competitors' Forward PE Ratio
Dollar Tree, Inc.
Market Cap
$23.24B
Forward PE Ratio
21.47
| NAME | MARKET CAP | FORWARD PE RATIO |
|---|---|---|
| Dollar Tree, Inc. (DLTR) | $23.24B | 21.47 |
| Church & Dwight Co., Inc. (CHD)vs › | $22.67B | 25.63 |
| Constellation Brands, Inc. (STZ)vs › | $22.62B | 11.20 |
| Bunge Global S.A. (BG)vs › | $22.04B | 12.28 |
| Dollar General Corporation (DG)vs › | $25.53B | 17.45 |
| Tyson Foods, Inc. (TSN)vs › | $20.54B | 14.52 |
| General Mills, Inc. (GIS)vs › | $19.13B | 10.67 |
| Kellanova (K)vs › | $29.03B | 22.06 |
| The Kraft Heinz Company (KHC)vs › | $29.26B | 12.12 |
| The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (EL)vs › | $29.65B | 33.66 |
Trailing vs Forward
Trailing P/E
19.3
reported TTM EPS
Forward P/E
21.5
consensus next-FY EPS
The gap between the two multiples is the consensus growth expectation: analysts' forward EPS of $5.76 implies -10.0% EPS decline vs the reported trailing $6.40.
Forward P/E by Fiscal Year
View All Analyst EstimatesAt today's $120.92 close, each upcoming fiscal year's consensus EPS implies a different multiple — how quickly the price is "paid down" by expected earnings if the estimates hold.
| Fiscal year end | Consensus EPS | Estimate range | Analysts | Implied P/E |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027-01-31 | $6.96 | $6.78 – $7.08 | 17 | 17.4x |
| 2028-01-31 | $7.68 | $7.34 – $7.97 | 17 | 15.8x |
| 2029-01-31 | $8.47 | $7.05 – $9.35 | 8 | 14.3x |
Source: FMP analyst consensus estimates, refreshed with the daily precompute. "n/m" = the consensus EPS is not positive, so a multiple is undefined. There is no forward P/E history chart here because charting one would require the estimates as they stood in the past, which we do not store — see the trailing P/E history for how the realized multiple has moved.
Forward 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
Forward PE Ratio FAQ
- What is the forward PE ratio for Dollar Tree, Inc. (DLTR)?
- The forward PE ratio for DLTR stock is 21.47.
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About Dollar Tree, Inc.
Dollar Tree, Inc. (DLTR) operates as a leading discount retailer, managing its extensive operations through two principal divisions: Dollar Tree and Family Dollar. The Dollar Tree segment distinguishes itself by offering all its merchandise at a consistent price of $1.25. Its product range is broad, encompassing essential consumables like confectionery, various food items, health and personal care products, household cleaning chemicals, paper goods, and frozen or refrigerated foods. Beyond these daily necessities, customers can find a diverse selection of general merchandise, including toys, resilient housewares, gifts, stationery, party essentials, greeting cards, softline apparel, and arts and crafts supplies. The segment also prominently features seasonal items for holidays such as Christmas, Easter, Halloween, and Valentine's Day. By January 29, 2022, this division maintained a substantial presence with 8,061 retail locations across its Dollar Tree and Dollar Tree Canada brands, supported by 15 distribution centers in the U.S. and an additional two in Canada. Conversely, the Family Dollar segment functions as a general merchandise discount chain with varying prices. Its inventory is comprehensive, covering a wide array of consumable goods such as groceries, beverages, tobacco, personal care and health products, household chemicals, paper products, hardware, automotive accessories, diapers, batteries, and pet food and supplies. Additionally, the segment provides home products, which include housewares, home décor, giftware, and domestics like bedding and towels. Shoppers can also find apparel and accessories, encompassing clothing, fashion items, and footwear. Seasonal and electronics merchandise, ranging from holiday-specific goods to pre-paid cellular phones and services, along with stationery, school supplies, and toys, are also key offerings. As of January 29, 2022, the Family Dollar brand operated 8,016 stores and was supported by 11 distribution centers. Founded in 1986, Dollar Tree, Inc. is headquartered in Chesapeake, Virginia.
- Sector
- Consumer Defensive
- Industry
- Discount Stores
- CEO
- Michael C. Creedon Jr.