Snap-on Incorporated (SNA) Valuation
Historical valuation analysis based on 1279 data points (2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16)
Snap-on is a manufacturer of premium tools, equipment, and diagnostics for professional technicians, primarily involved in the repair of passenger cars but having expanded into other industrial app...
Snap-on Incorporated (SNA) currently trades at a P/E ratio of 18.38 (historical range: 12.25–21.31, median: 15.10), placing it at the 83th percentile — expensive relative to its history, P/S ratio of 3.60 (range: 2.23–4.18, 80th percentile — expensive relative to its history), EV/EBITDA of 13.83 (range: 9.33–16.10, 82th percentile).
Over the historical period (2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16), Snap-on Incorporated's P/E ratio has expanded by 21% over the observed period (from an average of 14.5 to 17.4).
Snap-on Incorporated trades well above its own historical valuation range across most metrics.
Historical Valuation Metrics
| Metric | Current | Median | %ile | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 18.38 | 15.10 | 83th | expensive relative to its history |
| P/S Ratio | 3.60 | 2.95 | 80th | expensive relative to its history |
| EV/EBITDA | 13.83 | 11.72 | 82th | expensive relative to its history |
| FCF Yield | 5.84% | 5.34% | 92th | cheap relative to its history |
Snap-on Incorporated (SNA) Valuation & P/E History
Snap-on Incorporated (SNA) is a US-listed stock operating in the Industrials sector, specifically the Cutlery, Handtools & General Hardware industry currently trading at $367.25 with a market capitalization of $19.0 billion. This page provides historical valuation analysis for SNA based on 1279 data points covering 2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16. The P/E ratio of 18.38 is above the historical median of 15.10, placing SNA at the 83th percentile of its valuation range. The P/S ratio of 3.60 compares to a median of 2.95.
SNA Valuation Metrics & Historical Range
The valuation table above shows Snap-on 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 SNA 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 SNA 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 Snap-on Incorporated.
- FCF yield: Free cash flow yield shows the cash return relative to market price. Higher yields may indicate undervaluation.
Is SNA Overvalued or Undervalued?
Snap-on Incorporated trades well above its own historical valuation range across most metrics. The overall valuation percentile of 82 combines P/E, P/S, and EV/EBITDA percentiles into a single measure of how expensive SNA 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 SNA analysis page for a complete picture.
Valuation data is computed from historical price and fundamental data via Polygon.io and Finnhub.SNA trades on NYSE/NASDAQ. This page is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.