Ralph Lauren Corporation (RL) Valuation
Historical valuation analysis based on 1279 data points (2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16)
Founded by designer Ralph Lauren (current executive chair and chief creative officer) in 1967 in New York City, Ralph Lauren Corp. designs, markets, and distributes lifestyle merchandise in North A...
Ralph Lauren Corporation (RL) currently trades at a P/E ratio of 23.37 (historical range: 10.74–51.27, median: 18.57), placing it at the 79th percentile — above its historical average, P/S ratio of 2.75 (range: 0.95–3.29, 88th percentile — expensive relative to its history), EV/EBITDA of 19.26 (range: 6.81–21.81, 93th percentile).
Over the historical period (2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16), Ralph Lauren Corporation's P/E ratio has expanded by 34% over the observed period (from an average of 16.3 to 21.9).
Ralph Lauren Corporation trades well above its own historical valuation range across most metrics.
Historical Valuation Metrics
| Metric | Current | Median | %ile | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 23.37 | 18.57 | 79th | above its historical average |
| P/S Ratio | 2.75 | 1.67 | 88th | expensive relative to its history |
| EV/EBITDA | 19.26 | 13.18 | 93th | expensive relative to its history |
| FCF Yield | 4.54% | 5.76% | 37th | above its historical average |
Ralph Lauren Corporation (RL) Valuation & P/E History
Ralph Lauren Corporation (RL) is a US-listed stock operating in the Consumer Cyclical sector, specifically the Men'S & Boys' Furnishgs, Work Clothg, & Allied Garments industry currently trading at $385.65 with a market capitalization of $23.0 billion. This page provides historical valuation analysis for RL based on 1279 data points covering 2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16. The P/E ratio of 23.37 is above the historical median of 18.57, placing RL at the 79th percentile of its valuation range. The P/S ratio of 2.75 compares to a median of 1.67.
RL Valuation Metrics & Historical Range
The valuation table above shows Ralph Lauren 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 RL 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 RL 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 Ralph Lauren Corporation.
- FCF yield: Free cash flow yield shows the cash return relative to market price. Higher yields may indicate undervaluation.
Is RL Overvalued or Undervalued?
Ralph Lauren Corporation trades well above its own historical valuation range across most metrics. The overall valuation percentile of 87 combines P/E, P/S, and EV/EBITDA percentiles into a single measure of how expensive RL 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 RL analysis page for a complete picture.
Valuation data is computed from historical price and fundamental data via Polygon.io and Finnhub.RL trades on NYSE/NASDAQ. This page is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.