Pentair plc (PNR) Valuation
Historical valuation analysis based on 1279 data points (2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16)
Pentair is a global leader in the water treatment industry, with 10,000 employees and a presence in 25 countries. Its business is organized into three segments: pool, water technologies, and flow....
Pentair plc (PNR) currently trades at a P/E ratio of 13.09 (historical range: 11.98–30.67, median: 21.78), placing it at the 4th percentile — cheap relative to its history, P/S ratio of 2.13 (range: 1.57–4.56, 16th percentile — cheap relative to its history), EV/EBITDA of 12.55 (range: 11.23–25.36, 3th percentile).
Over the historical period (2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16), Pentair plc's P/E ratio has expanded by 20% over the observed period (from an average of 19.3 to 23.1).
Pentair plc trades well below its historical valuation range across most metrics.
Historical Valuation Metrics
| Metric | Current | Median | %ile | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 13.09 | 21.78 | 4th | cheap relative to its history |
| P/S Ratio | 2.13 | 3.04 | 16th | cheap relative to its history |
| EV/EBITDA | 12.55 | 19.92 | 3th | cheap relative to its history |
| FCF Yield | 7.89% | 4.51% | 99th | cheap relative to its history |
Pentair plc (PNR) Valuation & P/E History
Pentair plc (PNR) is a US-listed stock operating in the Industrials sector, specifically the Special Industry Machinery (No Metalworking Machinery) industry currently trading at $52.49 with a market capitalization of $8.4 billion. This page provides historical valuation analysis for PNR based on 1279 data points covering 2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16. The P/E ratio of 13.09 is below the historical median of 21.78, placing PNR at the 4th percentile of its valuation range. The P/S ratio of 2.13 compares to a median of 3.04.
PNR Valuation Metrics & Historical Range
The valuation table above shows Pentair plc'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 PNR 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 PNR 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 Pentair plc.
- FCF yield: Free cash flow yield shows the cash return relative to market price. Higher yields may indicate undervaluation.
Is PNR Overvalued or Undervalued?
Pentair plc trades well below its historical valuation range across most metrics. The overall valuation percentile of 8 combines P/E, P/S, and EV/EBITDA percentiles into a single measure of how expensive PNR 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 PNR analysis page for a complete picture.
Valuation data is computed from historical price and fundamental data via Polygon.io and Finnhub.PNR trades on NYSE/NASDAQ. This page is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.