Kohls Corporation (KSS) Valuation
Historical valuation analysis based on 1279 data points (2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16)
Kohl's is the second-largest traditional US department store company by sales. It has about 1,150 stores in 49 states and offers moderately priced private-label (31% of 2025 sales) and national bra...
Kohls Corporation (KSS) currently trades at a P/E ratio of 9.00 (historical range: 3.57–15.18, median: 7.82), placing it at the 73th percentile — above its historical average, P/S ratio of 0.16 (range: 0.04–0.51, 58th percentile — near its historical average), EV/EBITDA of 19.63 (range: 2.99–40.58, 80th percentile).
Over the historical period (2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16), Kohls Corporation's P/E ratio has expanded by 27% over the observed period (from an average of 7.0 to 8.9).
Kohls 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 | 9.00 | 7.82 | 73th | above its historical average |
| P/S Ratio | 0.16 | 0.14 | 58th | near its historical average |
| EV/EBITDA | 19.63 | 5.94 | 80th | expensive relative to its history |
| FCF Yield | 41.18% | 20.71% | 80th | below its historical average |
Kohls Corporation (KSS) Valuation & P/E History
Kohls Corporation (KSS) is a US-listed stock operating in the Consumer Cyclical sector, specifically the Retail-Department Stores industry currently trading at $21.70 with a market capitalization of $2.5 billion. This page provides historical valuation analysis for KSS based on 1279 data points covering 2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16. The P/E ratio of 9.00 is above the historical median of 7.82, placing KSS at the 73th percentile of its valuation range. The P/S ratio of 0.16 compares to a median of 0.14.
KSS Valuation Metrics & Historical Range
The valuation table above shows Kohls 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 KSS 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 KSS 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 Kohls Corporation.
- FCF yield: Free cash flow yield shows the cash return relative to market price. Higher yields may indicate undervaluation.
Is KSS Overvalued or Undervalued?
Kohls Corporation trades above its historical valuation range, with most metrics above their median levels. The overall valuation percentile of 70 combines P/E, P/S, and EV/EBITDA percentiles into a single measure of how expensive KSS 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 KSS analysis page for a complete picture.
Valuation data is computed from historical price and fundamental data via Polygon.io and Finnhub.KSS trades on NYSE/NASDAQ. This page is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.