NPK National Presto Industries PE ratio, current and historical analysis
The current P/E ratio for National Presto Industries stock as of Apr 24, 2025 is 14.43. This is calculated based on the TTM EPS of $5.82 and the stock price of $83.97 per share. The PE ratio has decreased by 14% from its last 4 quarters average of 16.8.
NPK PE ratio history
The average historical PE ratio of National Presto Industries for the last ten years is 17.24. The current price-to-earnings ratio of 14.43 is 16% less than the historical average. Analyzing the last ten years, NPK's PE ratio reached its highest point in the Apr 2022 quarter at 28.33, when the price was $78.2 and the EPS was $2.76. The lowest point was recorded in the Mar 2020 quarter, when it reached 10.6 with a price of $67.09 and an EPS of $6.33.
National Presto Industries PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 70.44% in 2021
Maximum annual decrease: -29.55% in 2023
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 16.91 | 2.36% | $98.42 | $5.82 |
| 2023 | 16.52 | -29.55% | $80.28 | $4.86 |
| 2022 | 23.45 | 3.76% | $68.46 | $2.92 |
| 2021 | 22.6 | 70.44% | $82.03 | $3.63 |
| 2020 | 13.26 | -9.67% | $88.43 | $6.67 |
| 2019 | 14.68 | -28.43% | $88.39 | $6.02 |
| 2018 | 20.51 | 56.33% | $116.92 | $5.7 |
| 2017 | 13.12 | -21.2% | $99.45 | $7.58 |
| 2016 | 16.65 | 17.17% | $106.4 | $6.39 |
| 2015 | 14.21 | -6.45% | $82.86 | $5.83 |
| 2014 | 15.19 | 12.69% | $58.04 | $3.82 |
| 2013 | 13.48 | 10.04% | $80.5 | $5.97 |
| 2012 | 12.25 | -8.65% | $69.1 | $5.64 |
| 2011 | 13.41 | -4.49% | $93.6 | $6.98 |
| 2010 | 14.04 | 17.39% | $130.01 | $9.26 |
National Presto Industries PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2024 | 16.91 | 7.91% | $98.42 | $5.82 |
| Sep 2024 | 15.67 | -3.87% | $74.43 | $4.75 |
| Jun 2024 | 16.3 | -11.89% | $75.13 | $4.61 |
| Mar 2024 | 18.5 | 11.99% | $83.8 | $4.53 |
| Dec 2023 | 16.52 | -24.53% | $80.28 | $4.86 |
| Oct 2023 | 21.89 | 7.04% | $72.46 | $3.31 |
| Jul 2023 | 20.45 | 6.4% | $73.2 | $3.58 |
| Apr 2023 | 19.22 | -18.04% | $72.09 | $3.75 |
| Dec 2022 | 23.45 | 10.3% | $68.46 | $2.92 |
| Oct 2022 | 21.26 | -23.47% | $65.05 | $3.06 |
| Jul 2022 | 27.78 | -1.94% | $66.12 | $2.38 |
| Apr 2022 | 28.33 | 25.35% | $78.2 | $2.76 |
| Dec 2021 | 22.6 | 39.85% | $82.03 | $3.63 |
| Oct 2021 | 16.16 | 0.31% | $83.41 | $5.16 |
| Jul 2021 | 16.11 | 6.41% | $101.48 | $6.3 |
NPK average PE ratio chart
NPK's current PE ratio is under its 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
NPK PE vs peers
NPK's PE ratio is below its peer stocks KMB and ENR. National Presto Industries's current PE ratio of 14.43 is less than the average of its peers, which is 27.41.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| NPK National Presto Industries Inc | 14.29 | $594.12M |
| KMB Kimberly Clark Corp | 17.71 | $43.32B |
| RGR Sturm Ruger & Co Inc | 22.11 | $663.44M |
| ENR Energizer Holdings Inc | 33.05 | $1.93B |
| TRS Trimas Corp | 35.15 | $855.9M |
Frequently asked questions
What is National Presto Industries's PE ratio?
The price to earnings ratio for NPK stock is 14.43 as of Apr 24, 2025.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for National Presto Industries (NPK)?
Over the last 3 years, the average PE ratio for NPK stock is 19.81.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for National Presto Industries (NPK)?
Over the last 5 years, the average PE ratio for NPK stock is 18.67.
What is the highest PE ratio for NPK?
The highest quarterly PE ratio in the last ten years has been 28.33 and it was in the Apr 2022 quarter.
How does the current PE ratio for NPK compare to its historical average?
The current PE ratio of NPK is 16% lower than the 10-year historical average.
How is NPK's PE ratio calculated (National Presto Industries PE ratio formula)?
You can calculate the P/E ratio by dividing the most recent stock price by the trailing twelve months earnings per share(EPS). As of today (Apr 24, 2025), National Presto Industries's share price is $83.97. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Dec 2024 is $5.82. Therefore, National Presto Industries's price to earnings ratio for today is 14.43. PE RATIO(14.43) = STOCK PRICE($83.97) / TTM EPS($5.82)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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