Advance Auto Parts, Inc. (AAP) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2002 to 2025
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AAP Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 7, 2026, Advance Auto Parts, Inc. (AAP) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 79.5x, with a stock price of $58.07 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $0.72.
The current P/E is 101% above its 5-year average of 39.5x. Over the past five years, AAP's P/E has ranged from a low of 12.3x to a high of 224.8x, placing the current valuation at the 90th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Consumer Cyclical sector median P/E of 19.6x, AAP trades at a 306% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 301 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.1x to 199.0x.
Relative to the broader market, AAP commands a significant premium over the S&P 500 median P/E of 25.2x. Investors should consider the company's growth prospects, competitive position, and earnings quality when evaluating whether the current valuation is justified.
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Note: P/E ratio is just one valuation metric. It does not account for balance sheet strength, cash flow quality, or growth sustainability. Always conduct comprehensive due diligence before making investment decisions.
AAP P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $59B | 24.4 | 1.63 | -3% | |
| $79B | 31.9 | 2.56 | +10% | |
| $15B | 224.4 | - | -93% | |
| $7B | 12.2 | 5.16 | -11% | |
| $1B | 8.6Lowest | 0.11Best | -44% | |
| $12B | 46.4 | - | -15% | |
| $9B | 12.7 | 0.36 | +19%Best |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
AAP Historical P/E Data (2002–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q4 | Sat Jan 03 2026 00:00:00 GM | $38.89 | $0.73 | 53.1x | +123% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Sat Oct 05 2024 00:00:00 GM | $38.69 | $0.73 | 53.0x | +122% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sat Apr 20 2024 00:00:00 GM | $78.69 | $0.35 | 224.8x | +842% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sat Dec 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $61.03 | $0.49 | 124.6x | +422% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Oct 07 2023 00:00:00 GM | $51.99 | $2.87 | 18.1x | -24% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Sat Jul 15 2023 00:00:00 GM | $70.64 | $5.76 | 12.3x | -49% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Sat Apr 22 2023 00:00:00 GM | $128.21 | $6.82 | 18.8x | -21% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Sat Dec 31 2022 00:00:00 GM | $147.03 | $8.27 | 17.8x | -26% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Sat Oct 08 2022 00:00:00 GM | $161.32 | $7.78 | 20.7x | -13% |
| FY2022 Q2 | Sat Jul 16 2022 00:00:00 GM | $188.71 | $8.62 | 21.9x | -8% |
| FY2022 Q1 | Sat Apr 23 2022 00:00:00 GM | $218.39 | $8.98 | 24.3x | +2% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Fri Dec 31 2021 00:00:00 GM | $239.88 | $9.53 | 25.2x | +5% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 23.9x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying AAP stock.
Is AAP stock overvalued or undervalued?
AAP trades at 79.5x P/E, above its 5-year average of 39.5x. The 90th percentile ranking indicates a premium to historical valuation.
How does AAP's valuation compare to peers?
Advance Auto Parts, Inc. P/E of 79.5x compares to sector median of 19.6x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers.
What is AAP's PEG ratio?
AAP PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2002-2025.