Forward PE Ratio: 8.52
The forward PE ratio is 8.52 as of Thursday, July 9, 2026.
Forward PE Ratio (8.52) = Close Price ($18.85) / Consensus Forward EPS ($2.15)
GAP Forward PE Ratio Metrics
FORWARD PE RATIO
8.52
GAP Competitors' Forward PE Ratio
The Gap, Inc.
Market Cap
$6.79B
Forward PE Ratio
8.52
| NAME | MARKET CAP | FORWARD PE RATIO |
|---|---|---|
| The Gap, Inc. (GAP) | $6.79B | 8.52 |
| Mohawk Industries, Inc. (MHK)vs › | $6.68B | 12.52 |
| LKQ Corporation (LKQ)vs › | $6.47B | 8.47 |
| CarMax, Inc. (KMX)vs › | $7.24B | 18.67 |
| Crocs, Inc. (CROX)vs › | $6.32B | 8.96 |
| Etsy, Inc. (ETSY)vs › | $7.38B | 21.59 |
| Macy's, Inc. (M)vs › | $5.97B | 10.37 |
| CAVA Group, Inc. (CAVA)vs › | $7.94B | 122.31 |
| Chewy, Inc. (CHWY)vs › | $8.56B | 39.12 |
| Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NCLH)vs › | $9.07B | 11.18 |
Trailing vs Forward
Trailing P/E
7.2
reported TTM EPS
Forward P/E
8.5
consensus next-FY EPS
The gap between the two multiples is the consensus growth expectation: analysts' forward EPS of $2.15 implies -15.4% EPS decline vs the reported trailing $2.54.
Forward P/E by Fiscal Year
View All Analyst EstimatesAt today's $18.85 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 | $2.34 | $2.30 – $2.38 | 7 | 8.0x |
| 2028-01-31 | $2.60 | $2.48 – $2.70 | 7 | 7.3x |
| 2029-01-31 | $2.89 | $2.70 – $3.13 | 3 | 6.5x |
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 The Gap, Inc. (GAP)?
- The forward PE ratio for GAP stock is 8.52.
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About The Gap, Inc.
The Gap, Inc. operates as a prominent apparel retail enterprise, offering a diverse array of clothing, accessories, and personal care products for men, women, and children. These goods are marketed under its well-known brands: Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic, and Athleta. Its extensive product line features staples such as denim, t-shirts, fleece wear, and khakis, alongside accessories like eyewear, jewelry, footwear, handbags, and fragrances. Athleta specifically caters to women and girls with fitness and lifestyle products designed for activities including yoga, training, sports, travel, and everyday wear. The company distributes its products through various sales channels, including its own company-operated stores, franchised locations, e-commerce websites, third-party collaborations, and catalogs. Furthermore, The Gap, Inc. has established franchise partnerships with independent operators, enabling the operation of Old Navy, Gap, Athleta, and Banana Republic stores and online platforms across Asia, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, and Africa. As of December 31, 2021, the company's retail footprint comprised 2,835 corporate-owned stores and an additional 564 franchised outlets. Incorporated in 1969, The Gap, Inc. maintains its corporate headquarters in San Francisco, California.
- Sector
- Consumer Cyclical
- Industry
- Apparel - Retail
- CEO
- Richard Dickson