BF.B Brown Forman PE ratio, current and historical analysis
The current P/E ratio for Brown Forman stock as of Jul 18, 2025 is 15.72. This is calculated based on the TTM EPS of $1.84 and the stock price of $28.92 per share. The PE ratio has decreased by 19% from its last 4 quarters average of 19.3.
BF.B PE ratio history
The average historical PE ratio of Brown Forman for the last ten years is 31.72. The current price-to-earnings ratio of 15.72 is 50% less than the historical average. Analyzing the last ten years, BF.B's PE ratio reached its highest point in the Jul 2023 quarter at 44.4, when the price was $70.6 and the EPS was $1.59. The lowest point was recorded in the Jan 2025 quarter, when it reached 15.79 with a price of $33.01 and an EPS of $2.09.
Brown Forman PE ratio history chart
Brown Forman PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 49.48% in 2017
Maximum annual decrease: -44.25% in 2024
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 18.93 | -14.96% | $34.84 | $1.84 |
| 2024 | 22.26 | -44.25% | $47.85 | $2.15 |
| 2023 | 39.93 | 3.61% | $65.09 | $1.63 |
| 2022 | 38.54 | -4.51% | $67.44 | $1.75 |
| 2021 | 40.36 | 12.27% | $76.28 | $1.89 |
| 2020 | 35.95 | 17.37% | $62.2 | $1.73 |
| 2019 | 30.63 | -18.56% | $53.29 | $1.74 |
| 2018 | 37.61 | 37.11% | $56.04 | $1.49 |
| 2017 | 27.43 | 49.48% | $37.86 | $1.38 |
| 2016 | 18.35 | -33.9% | $38.53 | $2.1 |
| 2015 | 27.76 | -4.87% | $36.09 | $1.3 |
| 2014 | 29.18 | 14.84% | $35.89 | $1.23 |
| 2013 | 25.41 | 5.92% | $28.2 | $1.11 |
| 2012 | 23.99 | 30.17% | $23.03 | $0.96 |
| 2011 | 18.43 | -3.76% | $19.16 | $1.04 |
Brown Forman PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 2025 | 18.93 | 19.89% | $34.84 | $1.84 |
| Jan 2025 | 15.79 | -23.98% | $33.01 | $2.09 |
| Oct 2024 | 20.77 | -4.81% | $44.03 | $2.12 |
| Jul 2024 | 21.82 | -1.98% | $45.16 | $2.07 |
| Apr 2024 | 22.26 | -18.49% | $47.85 | $2.15 |
| Jan 2024 | 27.31 | -21.23% | $54.9 | $2.01 |
| Oct 2023 | 34.67 | -21.91% | $56.16 | $1.62 |
| Jul 2023 | 44.4 | 11.19% | $70.6 | $1.59 |
| Apr 2023 | 39.93 | -8.84% | $65.09 | $1.63 |
| Jan 2023 | 43.8 | 19.15% | $66.58 | $1.52 |
| Oct 2022 | 36.76 | -7.38% | $68 | $1.85 |
| Jul 2022 | 39.69 | 2.98% | $74.22 | $1.87 |
| Apr 2022 | 38.54 | -3.99% | $67.44 | $1.75 |
| Jan 2022 | 40.14 | -5.4% | $67.43 | $1.68 |
| Oct 2021 | 42.43 | -3.68% | $67.89 | $1.6 |
BF.B Price vs fair value
You can ether set your own Fair P/E multiple or use one of the automatically calculated Fair P/E multiples.
Fair P/E calculation
PE Ratio is an attempt to estimate a fair PE ratio of a stock based on its earnings and growth rate.
This formula is a modified version of the classic Graham-Dodd Formula (V= EPS x (8.5+2g)), originally developed by Benjamin Graham, to calculate the fair price of a stock based on its earnings and growth rate.
The formula we have created is an adaptation of this approach, designed to maintain a balance between simplicity and growth sensitivity.
It is calculated using the following formula:
IF g < 5: Fair PE = b
IF g >= 5: Fair PE = m × g
Here’s what each part of the formula means:
g: Growth is calculated as the average of the three-year average EPS growth rate and the one-year EPS growth rate (annually). This approach provides a balanced measure of growth by factoring in both the long-term growth trend and the most recent annual growth performance. If one of the growth metrics is not available, the remaining metric is used to determine growth. The fair P/E value is capped at 100 to prevent distortions caused by extreme EPS growth rates, such as those resulting from large percentage increases from a low base.
m: This is the long term historical median PEG (Price/Earnings to Growth) ratio of the overall market. It serves as a benchmark, adjusting the Fair PE based on typical market conditions.
b: Base PE (static value set to 8). If the company's growth rate is less than 5, the Fair PE is set at a conservative baseline of 8. This is because declining companies generally deserve a lower PE ratio.
Fixed vs Dynamic
Fixed: The Fair PE ratio for all data points is calculated using a single, constant average EPS growth rate, determined based on the most recent period. This means that the same growth rate is applied to all historical data points. Dynamic: The Fair PE ratio for each historical data point is calculated using the trailing average EPS growth rate specific to that point in time. This means that for each data point, the corresponding trailing EPS growth rate is used, ensuring that the Fair PE ratio reflects the growth conditions that were relevant at that specific point in history.
BF.B average PE ratio chart
Currently, BF.B's PE ratio is under its 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
PE vs average
BF.B PE vs peers
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| BF.B Brown Forman Corp | 15.72 | $13.67B |
| STZ Constellation Brands Inc | N/A | $30.07B |
| WVVI Willamette Valley Vineyards Inc | N/A | $23.62M |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Brown Forman's PE ratio?
The price to earnings ratio for BF.B stock as of Jul 18, 2025, stands at 15.72.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Brown Forman (BF.B)?
The 3-year average PE ratio for BF.B stock is 30.51.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Brown Forman (BF.B)?
The 5-year average PE ratio for BF.B stock is 33.98.
What is the highest PE ratio for BF.B?
Over the last ten years, the quarterly PE ratio reached its highest level at 44.4 in the Jul 2023 quarter.
How does the current PE ratio for BF.B compare to its historical average?
The current PE ratio of BF.B is 50% lower than the 10-year historical average.
How is BF.B's PE ratio calculated (Brown Forman PE ratio formula)?
The P/E ratio is calculated by dividing the latest price of a stock by its trailing twelve months EPS. As of today (Jul 18, 2025), Brown Forman's share price is $28.92. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Apr 2025 is $1.84. Therefore, Brown Forman's price to earnings ratio for today is 15.72. PE RATIO(15.72) = STOCK PRICE($28.92) / TTM EPS($1.84)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified.