DCI Donaldson PE ratio, current and historical analysis
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The price-to-earnings ratio for Donaldson stock stands at 27.99 as of Nov 5, 2025. This is based on the current EPS of $3.09 and the stock price of $86.49 per share. An increase of 30% has been recorded in the PE ratio compared to the average of 21.6 of the past four quarters.
DCI PE ratio history
Over the last ten years, the average PE ratio of Donaldson has been 24.99. The current 27.99 price-to-earnings ratio is 12% more than the historical average. In the past ten years, DCI's PE ratio reached its highest point in the Jan 2018 quarter at 48.71, with a price of $50.66 and an EPS of $1.04. The Oct 2023 quarter saw the lowest point at 19.22, with a price of $57.66 and an EPS of $3.
Donaldson PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 28.13% in 2018
Maximum annual decrease: -30.62% in 2022
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 23.29 | 6.79% | $71.97 | $3.09 |
| 2024 | 21.81 | 2.39% | $74.82 | $3.43 |
| 2023 | 21.3 | 5.29% | $62.83 | $2.95 |
| 2022 | 20.23 | -30.62% | $54.41 | $2.69 |
| 2021 | 29.16 | 22.47% | $66.19 | $2.27 |
| 2020 | 23.81 | -0.83% | $48.34 | $2.03 |
| 2019 | 24.01 | -30.55% | $49.95 | $2.08 |
| 2018 | 34.57 | 28.13% | $47.7 | $1.38 |
| 2017 | 26.98 | 6.77% | $47.49 | $1.76 |
| 2016 | 25.27 | 13.57% | $36.13 | $1.43 |
| 2015 | 22.25 | 2.68% | $33.6 | $1.51 |
| 2014 | 21.67 | -0.18% | $38.79 | $1.79 |
| 2013 | 21.71 | 11.96% | $36.25 | $1.67 |
| 2012 | 19.39 | 2.21% | $34.13 | $1.76 |
| 2011 | 18.97 | -14.47% | $27.69 | $1.46 |
Donaldson PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2025 | 23.29 | 7.38% | $71.97 | $3.09 |
| Apr 2025 | 21.69 | 6.01% | $65.73 | $3.03 |
| Jan 2025 | 20.46 | -2.11% | $71.19 | $3.48 |
| Oct 2024 | 20.9 | -4.17% | $73.16 | $3.5 |
| Jul 2024 | 21.81 | -0.91% | $74.82 | $3.43 |
| Apr 2024 | 22.01 | 5.97% | $72.2 | $3.28 |
| Jan 2024 | 20.77 | 8.06% | $64.59 | $3.11 |
| Oct 2023 | 19.22 | -9.77% | $57.66 | $3 |
| Jul 2023 | 21.3 | 0.9% | $62.83 | $2.95 |
| Apr 2023 | 21.11 | -1.49% | $63.55 | $3.01 |
| Jan 2023 | 21.43 | 3.68% | $62.35 | $2.91 |
| Oct 2022 | 20.67 | 2.17% | $57.45 | $2.78 |
| Jul 2022 | 20.23 | 4.76% | $54.41 | $2.69 |
| Apr 2022 | 19.31 | -11.87% | $49.04 | $2.54 |
| Jan 2022 | 21.91 | -12.36% | $55.66 | $2.54 |
DCI Price vs fair value
DCI average PE ratio chart
The current PE ratio of DCI is above its 3, 5 and 10-year historical averages.
PE comparison
With a P/E of 27.99, DCI stands above the Industrials sector average but below the industry average. Looking at its Industrials sector average of 25.78, Donaldson's P/E is 9% higher.
DCI PE vs peers
DCI's PE ratio is below its peer stocks CAT and PH.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| DCI Donaldson Co Inc | 27.88 | $9.99B |
| CAT Caterpillar Inc | 29.26 | $267.84B |
| PH Parker Hannifin Corp | 30.5 | $106.32B |
| ENTG Entegris Inc | 45.33 | $13.13B |
| FTEK Fuel Tech Inc | N/A | $66.5M |
Frequently asked questions
What is Donaldson's PE ratio?
DCI's price to earnings ratio is 27.99 as of Nov 5, 2025.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Donaldson (DCI)?
Over the last 3 years, the average PE ratio for DCI stock is 21.27.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Donaldson (DCI)?
Over the last 5 years, the average PE ratio for DCI stock is 22.67.
What is the highest PE ratio for DCI?
In the last ten years, the Jan 2018 quarter recorded the highest quarterly PE ratio at 48.71.
How does the current PE ratio for DCI compare to its historical average?
DCI's current price to earnings ratio is 12% above its 10-year historical average.
How is DCI's PE ratio calculated (Donaldson PE ratio formula)?
To determine the P/E ratio, divide the latest stock price by the TTM earnings per share (EPS). As of today (Nov 5, 2025), Donaldson's stock price is $86.49. The earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Jul 2025 is $3.09. Therefore, Donaldson's price to earnings ratio for today is 27.99. PE RATIO(27.99) = STOCK PRICE($86.49) / TTM EPS($3.09)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified.