Aramark (ARMK) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2014 to 2026
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ARMK Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 6, 2026, Aramark (ARMK) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 37.1x, with a stock price of $45.26 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $1.19.
The current P/E is 85% below its 5-year average of 240.1x. Over the past five years, ARMK's P/E has ranged from a low of 9.8x to a high of 3873.0x, placing the current valuation at the 70th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Industrials sector median P/E of 25.7x, ARMK trades at a 45% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 416 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 183.1x.
Relative to the broader market, ARMK commands a significant premium over the S&P 500 median P/E of 25.1x. 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.
ARMK P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $3B | 12.1Lowest | 1.50 | +2% | |
| $2B | 15.7 | 0.05Best | +102% | |
| $661M | 14.4 | - | +13% | |
| $6B | 17.4 | 0.26 | +145%Best | |
| $3B | 19.9 | - | -4% | |
| $68B | 38.5 | 2.30 | +16% | |
| $35B | 19.5 | 0.36 | -4% | |
| $14B | 40.0 | - | -22% | |
| $24B | 31.3 | - | +46% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
ARMK Historical P/E Data (2014–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q1 | Fri Jan 02 2026 00:00:00 GM | $36.58 | $1.19 | 30.7x | -75% |
| FY2025 Q4 | Fri Oct 03 2025 00:00:00 GM | $39.00 | $1.22 | 32.0x | -74% |
| FY2025 Q3 | Fri Jun 27 2025 00:00:00 GM | $42.10 | $0.37 | 113.8x | -7% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Fri Mar 28 2025 00:00:00 GM | $34.20 | $0.32 | 106.9x | -13% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Fri Dec 27 2024 00:00:00 GM | $37.43 | $0.29 | 129.1x | +5% |
| FY2024 Q4 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $38.73 | $0.01 | 3873.0x | +3049% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Fri Jun 28 2024 00:00:00 GM | $34.02 | $1.31 | 26.0x | -79% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Fri Mar 29 2024 00:00:00 GM | $32.52 | $2.38 | 13.7x | -89% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Fri Dec 29 2023 00:00:00 GM | $28.10 | $2.39 | 11.8x | -90% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $25.05 | $2.56 | 9.8x | -92% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $31.08 | $2.07 | 15.0x | -88% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Mar 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $25.84 | $0.94 | 27.5x | -78% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 123.0x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying ARMK stock.
Is ARMK stock overvalued or undervalued?
ARMK trades at 37.1x P/E, below its 5-year average of 240.1x. At the 70th percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does ARMK's valuation compare to peers?
Aramark P/E of 37.1x compares to sector median of 25.7x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers.
What is ARMK's PEG ratio?
ARMK PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2014-2026.