PRUDENTIAL PLC ADS (REP 2 ORD SHARES) (PUK) Valuation
Historical valuation analysis based on 1279 data points (2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16)
Originally established in 1848 as the Prudential Mutual Assurance, Investment, and Loan Association, Prudential has changed a lot since. Set up to sell life insurance and loans to the middle class,...
PRUDENTIAL PLC ADS (REP 2 ORD SHARES) (PUK) currently trades at a P/E ratio of 7.47 (historical range: 7.28–17.68, median: 12.71), placing it at the 1th percentile — cheap relative to its history, P/S ratio of 2.06 (range: 0.93–5.82, 28th percentile — below its historical average), EV/EBITDA of 4.98 (range: 4.86–32.33, 1th percentile).
Over the historical period (2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16), PRUDENTIAL PLC ADS (REP 2 ORD SHARES)'s P/E ratio has contracted by 11% over the observed period (from an average of 13.6 to 12.0).
PRUDENTIAL PLC ADS (REP 2 ORD SHARES) trades well below its historical valuation range across most metrics.
Historical Valuation Metrics
| Metric | Current | Median | %ile | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 7.47 | 12.71 | 1th | cheap relative to its history |
| P/S Ratio | 2.06 | 2.42 | 28th | below its historical average |
| EV/EBITDA | 4.98 | 8.37 | 1th | cheap relative to its history |
PRUDENTIAL PLC ADS (REP 2 ORD SHARES) (PUK) Valuation & P/E History
PRUDENTIAL PLC ADS (REP 2 ORD SHARES) (PUK) is a US-listed stock operating in the Consumer Defensive sector currently trading at $24.13 with a market capitalization of $29.6 billion. This page provides historical valuation analysis for PUK based on 1279 data points covering 2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16. The P/E ratio of 7.47 is below the historical median of 12.71, placing PUK at the 1th percentile of its valuation range. The P/S ratio of 2.06 compares to a median of 2.42.
PUK Valuation Metrics & Historical Range
The valuation table above shows PRUDENTIAL PLC ADS (REP 2 ORD SHARES)'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 PUK 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 PUK 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 PRUDENTIAL PLC ADS (REP 2 ORD SHARES).
- FCF yield: Free cash flow yield shows the cash return relative to market price. Higher yields may indicate undervaluation.
Is PUK Overvalued or Undervalued?
PRUDENTIAL PLC ADS (REP 2 ORD SHARES) trades well below its historical valuation range across most metrics. The overall valuation percentile of 10 combines P/E, P/S, and EV/EBITDA percentiles into a single measure of how expensive PUK 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 PUK analysis page for a complete picture.
Valuation data is computed from historical price and fundamental data via Polygon.io and Finnhub.PUK trades on NYSE/NASDAQ. This page is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.