Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. (HII) P/E Ratio History
Fairly ValuedTrading at 17.3x, near 5Y avg of 16.2x · 75th percentile · In line with own history · Data 2012–2026
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of September 25, 2026, Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. (HII) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 17.3x, with a stock price of $266.00 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $16.73.
The current P/E is roughly in line with its 5-year average of 16.2x. Over the past five years, HII's P/E has ranged from a low of 11.6x to a high of 24.7x, placing the current valuation at the 75th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Industrials sector median P/E of 25.9x, HII trades at a 33% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 397 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.1x to 194.2x.
Relative to the broader market, HII trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 24.8x. 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.
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HII P/E vs Peers
Naval Shipbuilding and Systems peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $91B | 21.8 | 3.09 | +13% | |
| $121B | 24.4 | - | -4% | |
| $72B | 17.5 | 1.98 | +3% | |
| $254B | 38.0 | - | +40% | |
| $156B | 79.4 | - | +114%Best | |
| $62B | 34.5 | 1.11 | +25% | |
| $43B | 62.5 | 3.80 | +34% | |
| $16B | 11.1 | 0.54Best | +21% | |
| $6B | 17.2 | 1.03 | +7% | |
| $9B | 10.7Lowest | 1.11 | -5% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
HII Historical P/E Data (2012–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q2 | - | $279.89 | $16.78 | 16.7x | +7% |
| FY2026 Q1 | - | $379.90 | $15.37 | 24.7x | +59% |
| FY2025 Q4 | Dec 31 2025 | $340.07 | $15.37 | 22.1x | +42% |
| FY2025 Q3 | - | $287.91 | $14.48 | 19.9x | +28% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Jun 30 2025 | $241.46 | $13.36 | 18.1x | +16% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mar 31 2025 | $204.04 | $13.88 | 14.7x | -5% |
| FY2024 Q4 | - | $188.97 | $13.96 | 13.5x | -13% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Sep 30 2024 | $264.38 | $17.71 | 14.9x | -4% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Jun 30 2024 | $246.33 | $18.85 | 13.1x | -16% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Mar 31 2024 | $291.47 | $17.74 | 16.4x | +6% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Dec 31 2023 | $259.64 | $17.10 | 15.2x | -2% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sep 30 2023 | $204.58 | $13.27 | 15.4x | -1% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Jun 30 2023 | $227.60 | $13.01 | 17.5x | +13% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Mar 31 2023 | $207.02 | $14.18 | 14.6x | -6% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Dec 31 2022 | $230.68 | $14.45 | 16.0x | +3% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Sep 30 2022 | $221.50 | $14.37 | 15.4x | -1% |
| FY2022 Q2 | - | $217.82 | $14.58 | 14.9x | -4% |
| FY2022 Q1 | - | $199.44 | $13.34 | 15.0x | -4% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Dec 31 2021 | $186.74 | $13.52 | 13.8x | -11% |
| FY2021 Q3 | - | $193.06 | $16.66 | 11.6x | -25% |
| FY2021 Q2 | Jun 30 2021 | $210.75 | $18.46 | 11.4x | -26% |
| FY2021 Q1 | Mar 31 2021 | $205.85 | $16.56 | 12.4x | -20% |
| FY2020 Q4 | - | $170.48 | $17.11 | 10.0x | -36% |
| FY2020 Q3 | Sep 30 2020 | $140.75 | $14.64 | 9.6x | -38% |
| FY2020 Q2 | - | $174.49 | $12.93 | 13.5x | -13% |
| FY2020 Q1 | - | $182.21 | $14.70 | 12.4x | -20% |
| FY2019 Q4 | - | $250.88 | $13.32 | 18.8x | +21% |
| FY2019 Q3 | Sep 30 2019 | $211.79 | $14.78 | 14.3x | -8% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Jun 30 2019 | $224.74 | $16.33 | 13.8x | -11% |
| FY2019 Q1 | Mar 31 2019 | $207.20 | $18.66 | 11.1x | -29% |
| FY2018 Q4 | Dec 31 2018 | $190.31 | $19.29 | 9.9x | -36% |
| FY2018 Q3 | Sep 30 2018 | $256.08 | $15.60 | 16.4x | +6% |
| FY2018 Q2 | Jun 30 2018 | $216.79 | $13.58 | 16.0x | +3% |
| FY2018 Q1 | Mar 31 2018 | $257.76 | $11.39 | 22.6x | +46% |
| FY2017 Q4 | Dec 31 2017 | $235.70 | $10.47 | 22.5x | +45% |
| FY2017 Q3 | Sep 30 2017 | $226.44 | $13.29 | 17.0x | +10% |
| FY2017 Q2 | Jun 30 2017 | $186.16 | $12.29 | 15.1x | -2% |
| FY2017 Q1 | Mar 31 2017 | $200.24 | $11.88 | 16.9x | +9% |
| FY2016 Q4 | Dec 31 2016 | $184.19 | $12.19 | 15.1x | -3% |
| FY2016 Q3 | Sep 30 2016 | $153.42 | $9.00 | 17.0x | +10% |
| FY2016 Q2 | - | $168.03 | $9.02 | 18.6x | +20% |
| FY2016 Q1 | - | $136.94 | $9.42 | 14.5x | -6% |
| FY2015 Q4 | - | $126.85 | $8.34 | 15.2x | -2% |
| FY2015 Q3 | Sep 30 2015 | $107.15 | $8.35 | 12.8x | -17% |
| FY2015 Q2 | - | $112.59 | $8.02 | 14.0x | -10% |
| FY2015 Q1 | - | $140.15 | $6.86 | 20.4x | +32% |
| FY2014 Q4 | Dec 31 2014 | $112.46 | $6.88 | 16.3x | +5% |
| FY2014 Q3 | - | $104.21 | $7.66 | 13.6x | -12% |
| FY2014 Q2 | Jun 30 2014 | $94.59 | $7.06 | 13.4x | -14% |
| FY2014 Q1 | Mar 31 2014 | $102.26 | $6.14 | 16.7x | +7% |
| FY2013 Q4 | - | $90.01 | $5.20 | 17.3x | +11% |
| FY2013 Q3 | Sep 30 2013 | $67.40 | $4.35 | 15.5x | -0% |
| FY2013 Q2 | Jun 30 2013 | $56.48 | $3.25 | 17.4x | +12% |
| FY2013 Q1 | Mar 31 2013 | $53.33 | $3.13 | 17.0x | +10% |
| FY2012 Q4 | Dec 31 2012 | $43.34 | $2.93 | 14.8x | -5% |
| FY2012 Q3 | Sep 30 2012 | $42.05 | $3.34 | 12.6x | -19% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 15.5x
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HII — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying HII stock.
What is HII's P/E ratio?
Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. (HII) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is 17.3x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $16.73. The 5-year average P/E is 16.2x and the historical range spans 11.6x to 24.7x.
Is HII stock overvalued or undervalued?
HII trades at 17.3x P/E, near its 5-year average of 16.2x. The 75th percentile ranking within the 11.6x–24.7x historical range places valuation within normal bounds.
Is HII stock expensive?
HII is fairly valued relative to its own history. The current P/E of 17.3x is near the 5-year average of 16.2x (75th percentile of historical range).
What is HII's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, HII's P/E ratio has ranged from 11.6x to 24.7x, with a median of 15.4x and an average of 16.2x. The current P/E of 17.3x places the stock at the 75th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 2012–2026.
How does HII's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
HII trades at 17.3x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 24.8x. The 30% discount to the market suggests lower growth expectations or perceived higher risk.
How does HII's valuation compare to Industrials peers?
Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. P/E of 17.3x compares to the Industrials sector median of 25.9x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations, weaker margins, or higher perceived risk relative to peers. See the peer comparison table on this page for ticker-by-ticker P/E and PEG.
What is HII's PEG ratio?
HII PEG ratio is N/A, based on a P/E of 17.3x and EPS growth of 10.2%. PEG normalises P/E by growth and helps compare stocks with different earnings trajectories.
What is HII's earnings yield?
HII earnings yield is 5.79%, the inverse of its 17.3x 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.