Wabtec Inc. (WAB) Valuation
Historical valuation analysis based on 1279 data points (2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16)
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Wabtec Inc. (WAB) currently trades at a P/E ratio of 38.18 (historical range: 22.39–41.10, median: 31.03), placing it at the 92th percentile — expensive relative to its history, P/S ratio of 4.04 (range: 1.83–4.32, 96th percentile — expensive relative to its history), EV/EBITDA of 27.86 (range: 17.13–28.87, 96th percentile).
Wabtec Inc. trades well above its own historical valuation range across most metrics.
Historical Valuation Metrics
| Metric | Current | Median | %ile | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 38.18 | 31.03 | 92th | expensive relative to its history |
| P/S Ratio | 4.04 | 2.67 | 96th | expensive relative to its history |
| EV/EBITDA | 27.86 | 22.54 | 96th | expensive relative to its history |
| FCF Yield | 3.54% | 4.43% | 26th | above its historical average |
Wabtec Inc. (WAB) Valuation & P/E History
Wabtec Inc. (WAB) is a US-listed stock operating in the Industrials sector, specifically the Railroad Equipment industry currently trading at $286.82 with a market capitalization of $48.5 billion. This page provides historical valuation analysis for WAB based on 1279 data points covering 2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16. The P/E ratio of 38.18 is above the historical median of 31.03, placing WAB at the 92th percentile of its valuation range. The P/S ratio of 4.04 compares to a median of 2.67.
WAB Valuation Metrics & Historical Range
The valuation table above shows Wabtec Inc.'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 WAB 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 WAB 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 Wabtec Inc..
- FCF yield: Free cash flow yield shows the cash return relative to market price. Higher yields may indicate undervaluation.
Is WAB Overvalued or Undervalued?
Wabtec Inc. trades well above its own historical valuation range across most metrics. The overall valuation percentile of 95 combines P/E, P/S, and EV/EBITDA percentiles into a single measure of how expensive WAB 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 WAB analysis page for a complete picture.
Valuation data is computed from historical price and fundamental data via Polygon.io and Finnhub.WAB trades on NYSE/NASDAQ. This page is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.