RBC Bearings Incorporated (RBC) Valuation
Historical valuation analysis based on 500 data points (2024-09-27 to 2026-09-25)
RBC Bearings is an international manufacturer and marketer of engineered precision bearings, components, and essential systems for the industrial, defense, and aerospace industries. The offering in...
RBC Bearings Incorporated (RBC) currently trades at a P/E ratio of 59.61 (historical range: 37.58–76.42, median: 50.45), placing it at the 71th percentile — above its historical average, P/S ratio of 8.56 (range: 7.36–13.66, 18th percentile — cheap relative to its history), EV/EBITDA of 41.37 (range: 26.83–52.59, 72th percentile).
Over the historical period (2024-09-27 to 2026-09-25), RBC Bearings Incorporated's P/E ratio has expanded by 35% over the observed period (from an average of 45.7 to 61.8).
RBC Bearings Incorporated trades near its historical valuation range, with most metrics close to their median levels.
Historical Valuation Metrics
| Metric | Current | Min | Median | Max | Percentile | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 59.61 | 37.58 | 50.45 | 76.42 | 71th | above its historical average |
| P/S Ratio | 8.56 | 7.36 | 10.07 | 13.66 | 18th | cheap relative to its history |
| EV/EBITDA | 41.37 | 26.83 | 35.63 | 52.59 | 72th | above its historical average |
RBC Bearings Incorporated (RBC) Valuation & P/E History
RBC Bearings Incorporated (RBC) is a US-listed stock operating in the Industrials sector, specifically the Ball & Roller Bearings industry currently trading at $506.10 with a market capitalization of $16.0 billion. This page provides historical valuation analysis for RBC based on 500 data points covering 2024-09-27 to 2026-09-25. The P/E ratio of 59.61 is above the historical median of 50.45, placing RBC at the 71th percentile of its valuation range. The P/S ratio of 8.56 compares to a median of 10.07.
RBC Valuation Metrics & Historical Range
The valuation table above shows RBC Bearings Incorporated'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 RBC 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 RBC 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 RBC Bearings Incorporated.
- FCF yield: Free cash flow yield shows the cash return relative to market price. Higher yields may indicate undervaluation.
Is RBC Overvalued or Undervalued?
RBC Bearings Incorporated trades near its historical valuation range, with most metrics close to their median levels. The overall valuation percentile of 54 combines P/E, P/S, and EV/EBITDA percentiles into a single measure of how expensive RBC 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 RBC analysis page for a complete picture.
Valuation data is computed from historical price and fundamental data via Polygon.io and Finnhub.RBC trades on NYSE/NASDAQ. This page is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.