Forward PE Ratio: 16.66
The forward PE ratio is 16.66 as of Thursday, July 9, 2026.
Forward PE Ratio (16.66) = Close Price ($45.24) / Consensus Forward EPS ($2.77)
LW Forward PE Ratio Metrics
FORWARD PE RATIO
16.66
LW Competitors' Forward PE Ratio
Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc.
Market Cap
$6.25B
Forward PE Ratio
16.66
| NAME | MARKET CAP | FORWARD PE RATIO |
|---|---|---|
| Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. (LW) | $6.25B | 16.66 |
| Conagra Brands, Inc. (CAG)vs › | $6.39B | 8.12 |
| Campbell Soup Company (CPB)vs › | $6.40B | 10.11 |
| Molson Coors Beverage Company (TAP)vs › | $7.27B | 8.20 |
| Celsius Holdings, Inc. (CELH)vs › | $7.80B | N/A |
| Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. (CALM)vs › | $4.04B | 11.09 |
| Tootsie Roll Industries, Inc. (TR)vs › | $2.86B | 27.24 |
| Universal Corporation (UVV)vs › | $1.28B | 12.50 |
| The Clorox Company (CLX)vs › | $11.25B | 16.97 |
| The J. M. Smucker Company (SJM)vs › | $11.85B | 12.45 |
Trailing vs Forward
Trailing P/E
21.6
reported TTM EPS
Forward P/E
16.7
consensus next-FY EPS
The gap between the two multiples is the consensus growth expectation: analysts' forward EPS of $2.77 implies +29.4% EPS growth vs the reported trailing $2.14.
Forward P/E by Fiscal Year
View All Analyst EstimatesAt today's $45.24 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027-05-25 | $2.92 | $2.53 – $3.63 | 7 | 15.5x |
| 2028-05-25 | $3.32 | $2.92 – $3.65 | 5 | 13.6x |
| 2029-05-25 | $3.67 | $3.54 – $3.80 | 2 | 12.3x |
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 Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. (LW)?
- The forward PE ratio for LW stock is 16.66.
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About Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc.
Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. is a prominent global entity specializing in the manufacturing, distribution, and sale of enhanced frozen potato items. Its operations are structured across four distinct segments: Global, Foodservice, Retail, and Other. The company's product portfolio encompasses frozen potatoes, various commercial ingredients, and appetizers. These are offered both under its flagship "Lamb Weston" brand and tailored to numerous customer labels. Furthermore, the company leverages its proprietary brands, such as Grown in Idaho and Alexia, alongside other licensed trademarks and private label brands for retailers. Beyond potatoes, Lamb Weston also maintains interests in the vegetable and dairy sectors. Its extensive client base includes both retail and foodservice channels, ranging from major grocery chains, mass merchandisers, club stores, and specialty retailers to diverse businesses, educational institutions, independent and regional chain restaurants, and convenience stores. Established in 1950, the corporation maintains its principal executive offices in Eagle, Idaho.
- Sector
- Consumer Defensive
- Industry
- Packaged Foods
- CEO
- Michael Jared Smith