Dollar Tree Inc. (DLTR) Valuation
Historical valuation analysis based on 1279 data points (2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16)
Founded in 1986, Dollar Tree operates almost 9,000 small-box discount stores across the United States and Canada, offering roughly 85% of its merchandise under $2. The chain targets value-conscious...
Dollar Tree Inc. (DLTR) currently trades at a P/E ratio of 18.17 (historical range: 13.03–28.95, median: 21.12), placing it at the 16th percentile — cheap relative to its history, P/S ratio of 1.20 (range: 0.42–3.29, 57th percentile — near its historical average), EV/EBITDA of 23.82 (range: 10.70–23.86, 100th percentile).
Over the historical period (2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16), Dollar Tree Inc.'s P/E ratio has contracted by 22% over the observed period (from an average of 22.1 to 17.2).
Dollar Tree Inc. trades above its historical valuation range, with most metrics above their median levels.
Historical Valuation Metrics
| Metric | Current | Median | %ile | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 18.17 | 21.12 | 16th | cheap relative to its history |
| P/S Ratio | 1.20 | 1.16 | 57th | near its historical average |
| EV/EBITDA | 23.82 | 17.13 | 100th | expensive relative to its history |
| FCF Yield | 5.67% | 2.93% | 87th | cheap relative to its history |
Dollar Tree Inc. (DLTR) Valuation & P/E History
Dollar Tree Inc. (DLTR) is a US-listed stock operating in the Consumer Cyclical sector, specifically the Retail-Variety Stores industry currently trading at $124.18 with a market capitalization of $23.3 billion. This page provides historical valuation analysis for DLTR based on 1279 data points covering 2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16. The P/E ratio of 18.17 is below the historical median of 21.12, placing DLTR at the 16th percentile of its valuation range. The P/S ratio of 1.20 compares to a median of 1.16.
DLTR Valuation Metrics & Historical Range
The valuation table above shows Dollar Tree 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 DLTR 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 DLTR 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 Dollar Tree Inc..
- FCF yield: Free cash flow yield shows the cash return relative to market price. Higher yields may indicate undervaluation.
Is DLTR Overvalued or Undervalued?
Dollar Tree Inc. trades above its historical valuation range, with most metrics above their median levels. The overall valuation percentile of 58 combines P/E, P/S, and EV/EBITDA percentiles into a single measure of how expensive DLTR 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 DLTR analysis page for a complete picture.
Valuation data is computed from historical price and fundamental data via Polygon.io and Finnhub.DLTR trades on NYSE/NASDAQ. This page is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.