Aramark (ARMK) P/E Ratio History
UndervaluedTrading at 43.7x vs 5Y avg 240.8x · 70th percentile · Below historical baseline · Data 2014–2026
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of June 21, 2026, Aramark (ARMK) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 43.7x, with a stock price of $53.32 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $1.34.
The current P/E is 82% below its 5-year average of 240.8x. 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 25.6x, ARMK trades at a 71% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 403 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.1x to 198.8x.
Relative to the broader market, ARMK commands a significant premium over the S&P 500 median P/E of 24.4x. Investors should consider the company's growth prospects, competitive position, and earnings quality when evaluating whether the current valuation is justified.
For a comprehensive intrinsic value estimate using discounted cash flow analysis, see our ARMK DCF Valuation Calculator →
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 Cross-Benchmark Valuation
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ARMK P/E vs Peers
Food Service and Remote Site Outsourcing peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $3B | 12.1Lowest | 1.50 | +2% | |
| $3B | 17.0 | 0.06Best | +102% | |
| $1B | 23.0 | - | +13% | |
| $7B | 19.8 | 0.29 | +145%Best | |
| $4B | 25.1 | - | -4% | |
| $69B | 38.8 | 2.32 | +16% | |
| $38B | 21.1 | 0.39 | -4% | |
| $16B | 47.5 | - | -22% | |
| $20B | 31.3 | - | +46% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
ARMK Historical P/E Data (2014–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q2 | Apr 03 2026 | $42.55 | $1.34 | 31.8x | -74% |
| FY2026 Q1 | Jan 02 2026 | $36.58 | $1.19 | 30.7x | -75% |
| FY2025 Q4 | Oct 03 2025 | $39.00 | $1.22 | 32.0x | -74% |
| FY2025 Q3 | Jun 27 2025 | $42.10 | $0.37 | 113.8x | -6% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Mar 28 2025 | $34.20 | $0.32 | 106.9x | -12% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Dec 27 2024 | $37.43 | $0.29 | 129.1x | +7% |
| FY2024 Q4 | Sep 30 2024 | $38.73 | $0.01 | 3873.0x | +3103% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Jun 28 2024 | $34.02 | $1.31 | 26.0x | -79% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Mar 29 2024 | $32.52 | $2.38 | 13.7x | -89% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Dec 29 2023 | $28.10 | $2.39 | 11.8x | -90% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sep 30 2023 | $25.05 | $2.56 | 9.8x | -92% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Jun 30 2023 | $31.08 | $2.07 | 15.0x | -88% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Mar 31 2023 | $25.84 | $0.94 | 27.5x | -77% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Dec 30 2022 | $29.84 | $0.87 | 34.3x | -72% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Sep 30 2022 | $22.52 | $0.76 | 29.6x | -75% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Jul 01 2022 | $22.31 | $0.61 | 36.6x | -70% |
| FY2022 Q2 | Apr 01 2022 | $27.26 | $0.58 | 47.0x | -61% |
| FY2022 Q1 | Dec 31 2021 | $26.60 | $0.14 | 190.0x | +57% |
| FY2020 Q2 | Mar 27 2020 | $15.27 | $0.44 | 34.7x | -71% |
| FY2020 Q1 | Dec 27 2019 | $31.41 | $1.36 | 23.1x | -81% |
| FY2019 Q4 | Sep 30 2019 | $31.46 | $1.78 | 17.7x | -85% |
| FY2019 Q3 | Jun 28 2019 | $26.03 | $2.13 | 12.2x | -90% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Mar 29 2019 | $21.33 | $2.09 | 10.2x | -92% |
| FY2019 Q1 | Dec 28 2018 | $20.68 | $2.08 | 9.9x | -92% |
| FY2018 Q4 | Sep 30 2018 | $31.06 | $2.25 | 13.8x | -89% |
| FY2018 Q3 | Jun 29 2018 | $26.78 | $2.01 | 13.3x | -89% |
| FY2018 Q2 | Mar 30 2018 | $28.56 | $1.98 | 14.4x | -88% |
| FY2018 Q1 | Dec 29 2017 | $30.85 | $2.15 | 14.3x | -88% |
| FY2017 Q4 | Sep 30 2017 | $29.32 | $1.49 | 19.7x | -84% |
| FY2017 Q3 | Jun 30 2017 | $29.58 | $1.37 | 21.6x | -82% |
| FY2017 Q2 | Mar 31 2017 | $26.62 | $1.29 | 20.6x | -83% |
| FY2017 Q1 | Dec 30 2016 | $25.79 | $1.28 | 20.1x | -83% |
| FY2016 Q4 | Sep 30 2016 | $27.45 | $1.16 | 23.7x | -80% |
| FY2016 Q3 | Jul 01 2016 | $24.04 | $1.06 | 22.7x | -81% |
| FY2016 Q2 | Apr 01 2016 | $24.15 | $1.02 | 23.7x | -80% |
| FY2016 Q1 | Jan 01 2016 | $23.28 | $0.99 | 23.5x | -81% |
| FY2015 Q4 | Sep 30 2015 | $21.40 | $0.96 | 22.3x | -82% |
| FY2015 Q3 | Jul 03 2015 | $22.44 | $0.91 | 24.7x | -80% |
| FY2015 Q2 | Apr 03 2015 | $22.67 | $0.96 | 23.6x | -80% |
| FY2015 Q1 | Jan 02 2015 | $22.23 | $0.77 | 28.9x | -76% |
| FY2014 Q4 | - | $18.99 | $0.63 | 30.1x | -75% |
| FY2014 Q3 | Jun 30 2014 | $18.68 | $0.63 | 29.7x | -75% |
| FY2014 Q2 | Mar 28 2014 | $20.56 | $0.56 | 36.7x | -70% |
| FY2014 Q1 | Dec 27 2013 | $18.76 | $0.70 | 26.8x | -78% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 120.9x
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ARMK — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying ARMK stock.
What is ARMK's P/E ratio?
Aramark (ARMK) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is 43.7x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $1.34. The 5-year average P/E is 240.8x and the historical range spans 9.8x to 3873.0x.
Is ARMK stock overvalued or undervalued?
ARMK trades at 43.7x P/E, below its 5-year average of 240.8x. At the 70th percentile of its historical range (9.8x–3873.0x), the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
Is ARMK stock expensive?
No, ARMK is not expensive on a historical basis. The current P/E of 43.7x is below the 5-year average of 240.8x and sits at the 70th percentile of its valuation range.
What is ARMK's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, ARMK's P/E ratio has ranged from 9.8x to 3873.0x, with a median of 32.0x and an average of 240.8x. The current P/E of 43.7x places the stock at the 70th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 2014–2026.
How does ARMK's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
ARMK trades at 43.7x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 24.4x. The 79% premium to the market typically reflects higher expected earnings growth or quality.
How does ARMK's valuation compare to Industrials peers?
Aramark P/E of 43.7x compares to the Industrials sector median of 25.6x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers or stronger fundamentals. See the peer comparison table on this page for ticker-by-ticker P/E and PEG.
What is ARMK's PEG ratio?
ARMK PEG ratio is N/A, based on a P/E of 43.7x and EPS growth of 23.2%. PEG normalises P/E by growth and helps compare stocks with different earnings trajectories.
What is ARMK's earnings yield?
ARMK earnings yield is 2.29%, the inverse of its 43.7x P/E ratio. Earnings yield represents the percentage of each dollar invested that the company earns. It can be compared directly to bond yields to assess relative attractiveness of stocks versus fixed income.