Genuine Parts Company (GPC) Valuation
Historical valuation analysis based on 1279 data points (2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16)
Genuine Parts sells aftermarket automotive parts (60% of sales) and industrial products (40% of sales) in the United States and internationally. The automotive segment primarily acts as a distribut...
Genuine Parts Company (GPC) currently trades at a P/E ratio of 563.62 (historical range: 14.34–586.89, median: 20.32), placing it at the 98th percentile — expensive relative to its history, P/S ratio of 0.74 (range: 0.52–1.25, 20th percentile — below its historical average), EV/EBITDA of 14.65 (range: 11.90–434.75, 30th percentile).
Over the historical period (2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16), Genuine Parts Company's P/E ratio has expanded by 516% over the observed period (from an average of 20.0 to 123.4).
Genuine Parts Company trades near its historical valuation range, with most metrics close to their median levels.
Historical Valuation Metrics
| Metric | Current | Median | %ile | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 563.62 | 20.32 | 98th | expensive relative to its history |
| P/S Ratio | 0.74 | 0.90 | 20th | below its historical average |
| EV/EBITDA | 14.65 | 16.71 | 30th | below its historical average |
| FCF Yield | 4.11% | 4.49% | 35th | above its historical average |
Genuine Parts Company (GPC) Valuation & P/E History
Genuine Parts Company (GPC) is a US-listed stock operating in the Industrials sector, specifically the Wholesale-Motor Vehicle Supplies & New Parts industry currently trading at $133.82 with a market capitalization of $18.4 billion. This page provides historical valuation analysis for GPC based on 1279 data points covering 2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16. The P/E ratio of 563.62 is above the historical median of 20.32, placing GPC at the 98th percentile of its valuation range. The P/S ratio of 0.74 compares to a median of 0.90.
GPC Valuation Metrics & Historical Range
The valuation table above shows Genuine Parts Company'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 GPC 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 GPC 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 Genuine Parts Company.
- FCF yield: Free cash flow yield shows the cash return relative to market price. Higher yields may indicate undervaluation.
Is GPC Overvalued or Undervalued?
Genuine Parts Company trades near its historical valuation range, with most metrics close to their median levels. The overall valuation percentile of 49 combines P/E, P/S, and EV/EBITDA percentiles into a single measure of how expensive GPC 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 GPC analysis page for a complete picture.
Valuation data is computed from historical price and fundamental data via Polygon.io and Finnhub.GPC trades on NYSE/NASDAQ. This page is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.