PE Ratio: 33.28

Basis: FMP quote price / unrounded diluted EPS from four consecutive issuer fiscal quarters. 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 33.28 is 38% above its 5-year average of 24.18, near the high end of its 5-year range (15.54–35.00).

As of 2026-09-09T19:59:58.000Z. 34.03% above its 12-month average of 24.83.

PE Ratio (33.28) = Close Price ($20.96) / Diluted TTM EPS ($0.63)

HRL PE Ratio Metrics

P/E vs. its own history

At 33.3, P/E is above its 20-year median — higher than 100% of readings in 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 Hormel Foods Corporation (HRL)?

The P/E ratio for HRL stock is 33.28.

Is Hormel Foods Corporation's P/E ratio high or low?

The P/E ratio of 33.28 is 38% above its 5-year average of 24.18, near the high end of its 5-year range (15.54–35.00).

What is the TTM average P/E ratio for Hormel Foods Corporation (HRL)?

The TTM average P/E ratio for HRL stock is 24.83.

What is the 3Y average P/E ratio for Hormel Foods Corporation (HRL)?

The 3Y average P/E ratio for HRL stock is 22.39.

What is the 5Y average P/E ratio for Hormel Foods Corporation (HRL)?

The 5Y average P/E ratio for HRL stock is 24.18.

What is the 10Y average P/E ratio for Hormel Foods Corporation (HRL)?

The 10Y average P/E ratio for HRL stock is 24.16.

What is the 15Y average P/E ratio for Hormel Foods Corporation (HRL)?

The 15Y average P/E ratio for HRL stock is 23.50.

What is the 20Y average P/E ratio for Hormel Foods Corporation (HRL)?

The 20Y average P/E ratio for HRL stock is 21.83.

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