Woodward, Inc. (WWD) Valuation
Historical valuation analysis based on 500 data points (2024-09-27 to 2026-09-25)
Woodward Inc is an independent designer, manufacturer, and service provider of control solutions for the aerospace and industrial markets. It designs, produces, and services reliable, efficient, lo...
Woodward, Inc. (WWD) currently trades at a P/E ratio of 39.51 (historical range: 25.83–52.21, median: 39.90), placing it at the 47th percentile — near its historical average, P/S ratio of 5.08 (range: 2.90–6.71, 60th percentile — above its historical average), EV/EBITDA of 33.50 (range: 22.08–43.97, 45th percentile).
Over the historical period (2024-09-27 to 2026-09-25), Woodward, Inc.'s P/E ratio has expanded by 35% over the observed period (from an average of 32.9 to 44.4).
Woodward, Inc. 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 | 39.51 | 25.83 | 39.90 | 52.21 | 47th | near its historical average |
| P/S Ratio | 5.08 | 2.90 | 4.56 | 6.71 | 60th | above its historical average |
| EV/EBITDA | 33.50 | 22.08 | 34.04 | 43.97 | 45th | near its historical average |
| FCF Yield | 1.91% | 1.43% | 1.85% | 3.62% | 56th | near its historical average |
Woodward, Inc. (WWD) Valuation & P/E History
Woodward, Inc. (WWD) is a US-listed stock operating in the Technology sector, specifically the Electrical Industrial Apparatus industry currently trading at $325.94 with a market capitalization of $19.3 billion. This page provides historical valuation analysis for WWD based on 500 data points covering 2024-09-27 to 2026-09-25. The P/E ratio of 39.51 is below the historical median of 39.90, placing WWD at the 47th percentile of its valuation range. The P/S ratio of 5.08 compares to a median of 4.56.
WWD Valuation Metrics & Historical Range
The valuation table above shows Woodward, 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 WWD 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 WWD 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 Woodward, Inc..
- FCF yield: Free cash flow yield shows the cash return relative to market price. Higher yields may indicate undervaluation.
Is WWD Overvalued or Undervalued?
Woodward, Inc. trades near its historical valuation range, with most metrics close to their median levels. The overall valuation percentile of 51 combines P/E, P/S, and EV/EBITDA percentiles into a single measure of how expensive WWD 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 WWD analysis page for a complete picture.
Valuation data is computed from historical price and fundamental data via Polygon.io and Finnhub.WWD trades on NYSE/NASDAQ. This page is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.