BorgWarner Inc. (BWA) Valuation
Historical valuation analysis based on 500 data points (2024-09-23 to 2026-09-21)
BorgWarner is a tier one supplier of turbo and thermal management technologies, drivetrain systems, powerdrive systems, and battery and charging systems mostly to automotive original equipment manu...
BorgWarner Inc. (BWA) currently trades at a P/E ratio of 36.44 (historical range: 6.96–107.47, median: 36.68), placing it at the 48th percentile — near its historical average, P/S ratio of 0.92 (range: 0.39–1.12, 83th percentile — expensive relative to its history).
Over the historical period (2024-09-23 to 2026-09-21), BorgWarner Inc.'s P/E ratio has expanded by 193% over the observed period (from an average of 19.7 to 57.5).
BorgWarner Inc. appears slightly overvalued relative to its historical range, with most valuation metrics above their median levels.
Historical Valuation Metrics
| Metric | Current | Min | Median | Max | Percentile | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 36.44 | 6.96 | 36.68 | 107.47 | 48th | near its historical average |
| P/S Ratio | 0.92 | 0.39 | 0.66 | 1.12 | 83th | expensive relative to its history |
| FCF Yield | 0.09 | 0.08 | 0.12 | 0.18 | 16th | expensive relative to its history |
BorgWarner Inc. (BWA) Valuation & P/E History
BorgWarner Inc. (BWA) is a US-listed stock operating in the Consumer Cyclical sector, specifically the Motor Vehicle Parts & Accessories industry currently trading at $63.01 with a market capitalization of $12.8 billion. This page provides historical valuation analysis for BWA based on 500 data points covering 2024-09-23 to 2026-09-21. The P/E ratio of 36.44 is below the historical median of 36.68, placing BWA at the 48th percentile of its valuation range. The P/S ratio of 0.92 compares to a median of 0.66.
BWA Valuation Metrics & Historical Range
The valuation table above shows BorgWarner Inc.'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 BWA 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 BWA 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 BorgWarner Inc..
- FCF yield: Free cash flow yield shows the cash return relative to market price. Higher yields may indicate undervaluation.
Is BWA Overvalued or Undervalued?
BorgWarner Inc. appears slightly overvalued relative to its historical range, with most valuation metrics above their median levels. The overall valuation percentile of 66 combines P/E, P/S, and EV/EBITDA percentiles into a single measure of how expensive BWA 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 BWA analysis page for a complete picture.
Valuation data is computed from historical price and fundamental data via Polygon.io and Finnhub.BWA trades on NYSE/NASDAQ. This page is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.