Hormel Foods Corporation (HRL) Valuation
Historical valuation analysis based on 1279 data points (2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16)
Historically meat-focused, Hormel Foods broadened its lineup to include other protein offerings and became a branded food company. The firm sells its wares through multiple channels, including US r...
Hormel Foods Corporation (HRL) currently trades at a P/E ratio of 32.76 (historical range: 15.53–41.83, median: 23.85), placing it at the 97th percentile — expensive relative to its history, P/S ratio of 0.92 (range: 0.87–2.64, 2th percentile — cheap relative to its history), EV/EBITDA of 25.47 (range: 14.17–28.78, 94th percentile).
Hormel Foods Corporation trades above its historical valuation range, with most metrics above their median levels.
Historical Valuation Metrics
| Metric | Current | Median | %ile | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 32.76 | 23.85 | 97th | expensive relative to its history |
| P/S Ratio | 0.92 | 1.47 | 2th | cheap relative to its history |
| EV/EBITDA | 25.47 | 20.19 | 94th | expensive relative to its history |
| FCF Yield | 6.96% | 4.47% | 99th | cheap relative to its history |
Hormel Foods Corporation (HRL) Valuation & P/E History
Hormel Foods Corporation (HRL) is a US-listed stock operating in the Consumer Defensive sector, specifically the Meat Packing Plants industry currently trading at $20.42 with a market capitalization of $11.2 billion. This page provides historical valuation analysis for HRL based on 1279 data points covering 2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16. The P/E ratio of 32.76 is above the historical median of 23.85, placing HRL at the 97th percentile of its valuation range. The P/S ratio of 0.92 compares to a median of 1.47.
HRL Valuation Metrics & Historical Range
The valuation table above shows Hormel Foods Corporation'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 HRL 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 HRL 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 Hormel Foods Corporation.
- FCF yield: Free cash flow yield shows the cash return relative to market price. Higher yields may indicate undervaluation.
Is HRL Overvalued or Undervalued?
Hormel Foods Corporation trades above its historical valuation range, with most metrics above their median levels. The overall valuation percentile of 64 combines P/E, P/S, and EV/EBITDA percentiles into a single measure of how expensive HRL 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 HRL analysis page for a complete picture.
Valuation data is computed from historical price and fundamental data via Polygon.io and Finnhub.HRL trades on NYSE/NASDAQ. This page is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.