Aptiv PLC (APTV) Valuation
Historical valuation analysis based on 1280 data points (2021-09-13 to 2026-10-16)
Aptiv PLC is an industrial technology company focused on enabling a more automated, electrified and digitalized future. The company's technologies reach from sensor to cloud, including the hardware...
Aptiv PLC (APTV) currently trades at a P/E ratio of 42.34 (historical range: 4.83–171.65, median: 39.84), placing it at the 55th percentile — near its historical average, P/S ratio of 0.56 (range: 0.54–3.08, 2th percentile — cheap relative to its history), EV/EBITDA of 15.98 (range: 9.52–38.64, 34th percentile).
Over the historical period (2021-09-13 to 2026-10-16), Aptiv PLC's P/E ratio has contracted by 52% over the observed period (from an average of 55.2 to 26.4).
Aptiv PLC trades below its historical valuation range, with most metrics below their median levels.
Historical Valuation Metrics
| Metric | Current | Median | %ile | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 42.34 | 39.84 | 55th | near its historical average |
| P/S Ratio | 0.56 | 1.12 | 2th | cheap relative to its history |
| EV/EBITDA | 15.98 | 18.46 | 34th | below its historical average |
| FCF Yield | 8.19% | 6.02% | 75th | below its historical average |
Aptiv PLC (APTV) Valuation & P/E History
Aptiv PLC (APTV) is a US-listed stock operating in the Consumer Cyclical sector, specifically the Motor Vehicle Parts & Accessories industry currently trading at $44.21 with a market capitalization of $9.2 billion. This page provides historical valuation analysis for APTV based on 1280 data points covering 2021-09-13 to 2026-10-16. The P/E ratio of 42.34 is above the historical median of 39.84, placing APTV at the 55th percentile of its valuation range. The P/S ratio of 0.56 compares to a median of 1.12.
APTV Valuation Metrics & Historical Range
The valuation table above shows Aptiv PLC's current and historical valuation multiples, including P/E ratio, P/S ratio, EV/EBITDA, FCF yield, and dividend yield. Each metric is compared to its own historical range to determine whether APTV is currently trading above or below its typical valuation levels.
- P/E ratio: Price-to-earnings measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A P/E above the historical median suggests APTV is expensively valued; below the median suggests it is cheap.
- P/S ratio: Price-to-sales is useful for companies with volatile or negative earnings. Lower P/S relative to history may indicate value.
- EV/EBITDA: Enterprise value to EBITDA adjusts for debt and cash, providing a capital-structure-neutral valuation measure for Aptiv PLC.
- FCF yield: Free cash flow yield shows the cash return relative to market price. Higher yields may indicate undervaluation.
Is APTV Overvalued or Undervalued?
Aptiv PLC trades below its historical valuation range, with most metrics below their median levels. The overall valuation percentile of 30 combines P/E, P/S, and EV/EBITDA percentiles into a single measure of how expensive APTV is relative to its own history. A percentile below 25 suggests the stock may be undervalued, while a percentile above 75 suggests it may be overvalued.
However, valuation is only one factor in investment decisions. A stock can remain "overvalued" for years if growth accelerates, or "undervalued" if the business deteriorates. Always combine valuation analysis with financial statement analysis and the full APTV analysis page for a complete picture.
Valuation data is computed from historical price and fundamental data via Polygon.io and Finnhub.APTV trades on NYSE/NASDAQ. This page is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.