Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. (HII) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2012 to 2026
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HII Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 8, 2026, Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. (HII) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 20.4x, with a stock price of $314.72 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $15.39.
The current P/E is 29% above its 5-year average of 15.9x. Over the past five years, HII's P/E has ranged from a low of 11.4x to a high of 24.7x, placing the current valuation at the 90th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Industrials sector median P/E of 25.5x, HII trades at a 20% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 413 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 185.3x.
Relative to the broader market, HII trades roughly in line with 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.
For a comprehensive intrinsic value estimate using discounted cash flow analysis, see our HII 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.
HII P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $94B | 22.5 | 3.19 | +13% | |
| $118B | 23.8 | - | -4% | |
| $78B | 19.0 | 2.15 | +3% | |
| $238B | 35.6 | - | +40% | |
| $182B | 93.2 | - | +114%Best | |
| $70B | 38.7 | 1.24 | +25% | |
| $24B | 59.1 | 3.60 | +34% | |
| $17B | 11.8 | 0.57Best | +21% | |
| $4B | 12.2 | 0.73 | +7% | |
| $13B | 10.6Lowest | 0.65 | +58% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
HII Historical P/E Data (2012–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q1 | $379.90 | $15.37 | 24.7x | +59% | |
| FY2025 Q4 | Wed Dec 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $340.07 | $15.37 | 22.1x | +43% |
| FY2025 Q3 | $287.91 | $14.48 | 19.9x | +28% | |
| FY2025 Q2 | Mon Jun 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $241.46 | $13.36 | 18.1x | +17% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mon Mar 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $204.04 | $13.88 | 14.7x | -5% |
| FY2024 Q4 | $188.97 | $13.96 | 13.5x | -13% | |
| FY2024 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $264.38 | $17.71 | 14.9x | -4% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $246.33 | $18.85 | 13.1x | -16% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $291.47 | $17.74 | 16.4x | +6% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $259.64 | $17.10 | 15.2x | -2% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $204.58 | $13.27 | 15.4x | -1% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $227.60 | $13.01 | 17.5x | +13% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 15.5x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying HII stock.
Is HII stock overvalued or undervalued?
HII trades at 20.4x P/E, above its 5-year average of 15.9x. The 90th percentile ranking indicates a premium to historical valuation.
How does HII's valuation compare to peers?
Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. P/E of 20.4x compares to sector median of 25.5x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is HII's PEG ratio?
HII PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2012-2026.