Dole plc (DOLE) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2021 to 2025
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DOLE Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 7, 2026, Dole plc (DOLE) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 28.1x, with a stock price of $14.91 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $0.53.
The current P/E is 21% above its 5-year average of 23.3x. Over the past five years, DOLE's P/E has ranged from a low of 5.3x to a high of 89.6x, placing the current valuation at the 73th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Consumer Defensive sector median P/E of 19.6x, DOLE trades at a 43% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 149 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 193.7x.
Relative to the broader market, DOLE trades roughly in line with 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.
DOLE P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $2B | 19.9 | 1.56 | -36% | |
| $500M | 25.2 | - | +1950%Best | |
| $931M | 15.8 | 11.23 | -2% | |
| $7B | 14.7Lowest | 0.87 | +42% | |
| $15B | 42.6 | - | -22% | |
| $3B | 47.7 | - | +27% | |
| $24B | 31.3 | - | +46% | |
| $35B | 19.7 | 0.36Best | -4% | |
| $42B | 42.9 | - | -58% | |
| $1.0T | 47.6 | 4.33 | +13% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
DOLE Historical P/E Data (2021–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q4 | Wed Dec 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $14.99 | $0.53 | 28.2x | +21% |
| FY2025 Q3 | $13.44 | $0.15 | 89.6x | +284% | |
| FY2025 Q2 | Mon Jun 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $13.99 | $0.25 | 56.0x | +140% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mon Mar 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $14.45 | $0.99 | 14.6x | -37% |
| FY2024 Q4 | $13.54 | $1.32 | 10.3x | -56% | |
| FY2024 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $16.29 | $1.96 | 8.3x | -64% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $12.24 | $2.29 | 5.3x | -77% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $11.93 | $1.89 | 6.3x | -73% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $12.29 | $1.30 | 9.5x | -59% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $11.58 | $1.14 | 10.2x | -56% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $13.52 | $1.08 | 12.5x | -46% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Fri Mar 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $11.74 | $1.07 | 11.0x | -53% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 23.3x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying DOLE stock.
Is DOLE stock overvalued or undervalued?
DOLE trades at 28.1x P/E, above its 5-year average of 23.3x. The 73th percentile ranking indicates a premium to historical valuation.
How does DOLE's valuation compare to peers?
Dole plc P/E of 28.1x compares to sector median of 19.6x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers.
What is DOLE's PEG ratio?
DOLE PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2021-2025.