PLOW Douglas Dynamics PE ratio, current and historical analysis
The current PE ratio for Douglas Dynamics stock as of Apr 1, 2025 is 9.73. This is calculated based on the current EPS of $2.39 and the stock price of $23.26 per share. The P/E ratio has a decrease of 36% from the past four quarters average of 15.3.
PLOW PE ratio history
The average historical PE ratio of Douglas Dynamics for the last ten years is 19.7. The current PE ratio of 9.73 is 51% 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 Dec 2024 quarter, when it reached 9.89 with a price of $23.63 and an EPS of $2.39.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Jun 2021 | 22.36 | N/A | $40.69 | $1.82 |
PLOW average PE ratio chart
Currently, PLOW's PE ratio is below the 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
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 | 9.73 | $537.17M |
| TTC Toro Co | 18.42 | $7.24B |
| DE Deere & Co | 21.1 | $129.86B |
| JCI Johnson Controls International plc | 31.07 | $53.77B |
| AGCO Agco Corp | N/A | $6.92B |
Frequently asked questions
What is Douglas Dynamics's PE ratio?
PLOW stock has a price to earnings ratio of 9.73 as of Apr 1, 2025.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Douglas Dynamics (PLOW)?
The 3-year average PE ratio for PLOW stock is 20.47.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Douglas Dynamics (PLOW)?
The 5-year average PE ratio for PLOW stock is 22.01.
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 51% lower than the 10-year historical average.
Why is Douglas Dynamics's PE ratio so low?
PLOW's PE ratio is low because its earnings per share (EPS) is high relative to its stock price.
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 (Apr 1, 2025), Douglas Dynamics's stock price is $23.26. The earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Dec 2024 is $2.39. Therefore, Douglas Dynamics's P/E ratio for today is 9.73. PE RATIO(9.73) = STOCK PRICE($23.26) / TTM EPS($2.39)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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