PLOW Douglas Dynamics PE ratio, current and historical analysis
The current PE ratio for Douglas Dynamics stock as of Jul 11, 2025 is 11.04. This is calculated based on the current EPS of $2.75 and the stock price of $30.37 per share. The P/E ratio has a decrease of 11% from the past four quarters average of 12.4.
PLOW PE ratio history
The average historical PE ratio of Douglas Dynamics for the last ten years is 19.57. The current PE ratio of 11.04 is 44% below the historical average. Over the past ten years, PLOW's PE ratio was at its highest in the Mar 2022 quarter at 31.73, when the stock price was $34.59 and the EPS was $1.09. The lowest value was in the Mar 2025 quarter, when it reached 8.45 with a price of $23.23 and an EPS of $2.75.
Douglas Dynamics PE ratio history chart
Douglas Dynamics PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 217.26% in 2012
Maximum annual decrease: -90.02% in 2011
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 9.89 | -66.35% | $23.63 | $2.39 |
| 2023 | 29.39 | 34.08% | $29.68 | $1.01 |
| 2022 | 21.92 | -26.49% | $36.16 | $1.65 |
| 2021 | 29.82 | N/A | $39.06 | $1.31 |
| 2020 | N/A | N/A | $42.77 | -$3.81 |
| 2019 | 25.82 | 37.41% | $55 | $2.13 |
| 2018 | 18.79 | 20.29% | $35.89 | $1.91 |
| 2017 | 15.62 | -20.63% | $37.8 | $2.42 |
| 2016 | 19.68 | 82.05% | $33.65 | $1.71 |
| 2015 | 10.81 | -10.22% | $21.07 | $1.95 |
| 2014 | 12.04 | -62.78% | $21.43 | $1.78 |
| 2013 | 32.35 | -39.31% | $16.82 | $0.52 |
| 2012 | 53.3 | 217.26% | $14.39 | $0.27 |
| 2011 | 16.8 | -90.02% | $14.62 | $0.87 |
| 2010 | 168.33 | N/A | $15.15 | $0.09 |
Douglas Dynamics PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2025 | 8.45 | -14.56% | $23.23 | $2.75 |
| Dec 2024 | 9.89 | -16.47% | $23.63 | $2.39 |
| Sep 2024 | 11.84 | -38.78% | $27.58 | $2.33 |
| Jun 2024 | 19.34 | -3.78% | $23.4 | $1.21 |
| Mar 2024 | 20.1 | -31.61% | $24.12 | $1.2 |
| Dec 2023 | 29.39 | 14.89% | $29.68 | $1.01 |
| Sep 2023 | 25.58 | 28.41% | $30.18 | $1.18 |
| Jun 2023 | 19.92 | -22.55% | $29.88 | $1.5 |
| Mar 2023 | 25.72 | 17.34% | $31.89 | $1.24 |
| Dec 2022 | 21.92 | 18.94% | $36.16 | $1.65 |
| Sep 2022 | 18.43 | -19.83% | $28.02 | $1.52 |
| Jun 2022 | 22.99 | -27.54% | $28.74 | $1.25 |
| Mar 2022 | 31.73 | 6.41% | $34.59 | $1.09 |
| Dec 2021 | 29.82 | 41.33% | $39.06 | $1.31 |
| Sep 2021 | 21.1 | -5.64% | $36.3 | $1.72 |
PLOW 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.
PLOW average PE ratio chart
Currently, PLOW's PE ratio is below the 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
PE vs average
PLOW PE vs peers
Compared to its peer stocks DE and JCI, PLOW's PE ratio stands lower.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| PLOW Douglas Dynamics Inc | 10.96 | $699.76M |
| TTC Toro Co | 18.81 | $7.28B |
| DE Deere & Co | 24.44 | $137.47B |
| JCI Johnson Controls International plc | 28.26 | $69.92B |
| AGCO Agco Corp | N/A | $8.08B |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Douglas Dynamics's PE ratio?
PLOW stock has a price to earnings ratio of 11.04 as of Jul 11, 2025.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Douglas Dynamics (PLOW)?
The 3-year average PE ratio for PLOW stock is 19.14.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Douglas Dynamics (PLOW)?
The 5-year average PE ratio for PLOW stock is 21.16.
What is the highest PE ratio for PLOW?
In the last ten years, the Mar 2022 quarter recorded the highest quarterly PE ratio at 31.73.
How does the current PE ratio for PLOW compare to its historical average?
The current price to earnings ratio of PLOW is 44% lower than the 10-year historical average.
How is PLOW's PE ratio calculated (Douglas Dynamics PE ratio formula)?
The PE ratio is calculated by taking the latest stock price and dividing it by the EPS for the last 12 months. As of today (Jul 11, 2025), Douglas Dynamics's stock price is $30.37. The earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Mar 2025 is $2.75. Therefore, Douglas Dynamics's P/E ratio for today is 11.04. PE RATIO(11.04) = STOCK PRICE($30.37) / TTM EPS($2.75)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified.