Donaldson Company, Inc. (DCI) Valuation
Historical valuation analysis based on 500 data points (2024-09-24 to 2026-09-22)
Donaldson is a leading manufacturer of filtration systems and replacement parts, including air filtration systems, liquid filtration systems, and dust, fume, and mist collectors. The company serves...
Donaldson Company, Inc. (DCI) currently trades at a P/E ratio of 23.12 (historical range: 17.23–34.41, median: 23.75), placing it at the 38th percentile — below its historical average, P/S ratio of 2.66 (range: 1.98–3.47, 56th percentile — near its historical average), EV/EBITDA of 18.34 (range: 13.85–26.63, 41th percentile).
Over the historical period (2024-09-24 to 2026-09-22), Donaldson Company, Inc.'s P/E ratio has expanded by 20% over the observed period (from an average of 22.1 to 26.6).
Donaldson Company, Inc. trades near its historical valuation range, with most metrics close to their median levels.
Historical Valuation Metrics
| Metric | Current | Min | Median | Max | Percentile | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 23.12 | 17.23 | 23.75 | 34.41 | 38th | below its historical average |
| P/S Ratio | 2.66 | 1.98 | 2.63 | 3.47 | 56th | near its historical average |
| EV/EBITDA | 18.34 | 13.85 | 18.70 | 26.63 | 41th | near its historical average |
| FCF Yield | 0.04 | 0.03 | 0.04 | 0.05 | 65th | below its historical average |
Donaldson Company, Inc. (DCI) Valuation & P/E History
Donaldson Company, Inc. (DCI) is a US-listed stock operating in the Industrials sector, specifically the Industrial & Commercial Fans & Blowers & Air Purifying Equip industry currently trading at $86.05 with a market capitalization of $10.0 billion. This page provides historical valuation analysis for DCI based on 500 data points covering 2024-09-24 to 2026-09-22. The P/E ratio of 23.12 is below the historical median of 23.75, placing DCI at the 38th percentile of its valuation range. The P/S ratio of 2.66 compares to a median of 2.63.
DCI Valuation Metrics & Historical Range
The valuation table above shows Donaldson Company, 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 DCI 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 DCI 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 Donaldson Company, Inc..
- FCF yield: Free cash flow yield shows the cash return relative to market price. Higher yields may indicate undervaluation.
Is DCI Overvalued or Undervalued?
Donaldson Company, Inc. trades near its historical valuation range, with most metrics close to their median levels. The overall valuation percentile of 45 combines P/E, P/S, and EV/EBITDA percentiles into a single measure of how expensive DCI 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 DCI analysis page for a complete picture.
Valuation data is computed from historical price and fundamental data via Polygon.io and Finnhub.DCI trades on NYSE/NASDAQ. This page is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.