Emerson Electric Co. (EMR) Valuation
Historical valuation analysis based on 1279 data points (2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16)
Founded in 1890 as the first manufacturer of electric fans in North America, Emerson Electric has become a leading industrial automation player through the acquisition of established brands. Emerso...
Emerson Electric Co. (EMR) currently trades at a P/E ratio of 34.95 (historical range: 3.70–44.93, median: 23.23), placing it at the 88th percentile — expensive relative to its history, P/S ratio of 4.83 (range: 2.27–5.02, 99th percentile — expensive relative to its history), EV/EBITDA of 23.75 (range: 13.03–36.17, 50th percentile).
Over the historical period (2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16), Emerson Electric Co.'s P/E ratio has expanded by 123% over the observed period (from an average of 13.3 to 29.7).
Emerson Electric Co. trades well above its own historical valuation range across most metrics.
Historical Valuation Metrics
| Metric | Current | Median | %ile | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 34.95 | 23.23 | 88th | expensive relative to its history |
| P/S Ratio | 4.83 | 3.51 | 99th | expensive relative to its history |
| EV/EBITDA | 23.75 | 23.47 | 50th | near its historical average |
| FCF Yield | 3.84% | 3.91% | 46th | near its historical average |
Emerson Electric Co. (EMR) Valuation & P/E History
Emerson Electric Co. (EMR) is a US-listed stock operating in the Technology sector, specifically the Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) industry currently trading at $161.47 with a market capitalization of $90.1 billion. This page provides historical valuation analysis for EMR based on 1279 data points covering 2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16. The P/E ratio of 34.95 is above the historical median of 23.23, placing EMR at the 88th percentile of its valuation range. The P/S ratio of 4.83 compares to a median of 3.51.
EMR Valuation Metrics & Historical Range
The valuation table above shows Emerson Electric Co.'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 EMR 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 EMR 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 Emerson Electric Co..
- FCF yield: Free cash flow yield shows the cash return relative to market price. Higher yields may indicate undervaluation.
Is EMR Overvalued or Undervalued?
Emerson Electric Co. trades well above its own historical valuation range across most metrics. The overall valuation percentile of 79 combines P/E, P/S, and EV/EBITDA percentiles into a single measure of how expensive EMR 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 EMR analysis page for a complete picture.
Valuation data is computed from historical price and fundamental data via Polygon.io and Finnhub.EMR trades on NYSE/NASDAQ. This page is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.