The Kraft Heinz Company (KHC) P/E Ratio History
Deep ValueTrading at -4.6x · 0th percentile of 5-year range · Significant discount to historical valuation · Data 2015–2025
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of June 22, 2026, The Kraft Heinz Company (KHC) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -4.6x, with a stock price of $22.82 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-4.85.
The current P/E is 115% below its 5-year average of 30.9x. Over the past five years, KHC's P/E has ranged from a low of 13.6x to a high of 119.5x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Consumer Defensive sector median P/E of 18.9x, KHC trades at a 124% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 151 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 193.7x.
Relative to the broader market, KHC trades at a notable discount to 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 KHC 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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KHC P/E vs Peers
Diversified packaged food brands peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $18B | 8.2 | 2.85 | -5% | |
| $6B | 10.5 | - | +6% | |
| $6B | 5.5Lowest | 0.78 | +0% | |
| $13B | 27.8 | - | -41% | |
| $12B | 15.9 | 15.07 | +0% | |
| $29B | 21.5 | 3.19 | +41%Best | |
| $4B | 16.0 | 0.07Best | -2% | |
| $77B | 31.8 | - | -45% | |
| $20B | 40.8 | - | -40% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
KHC Historical P/E Data (2015–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q1 | Mar 29 2025 | $30.24 | $2.20 | 13.7x | -55% |
| FY2024 Q4 | Dec 28 2024 | $30.68 | $2.26 | 13.6x | -56% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Sep 28 2024 | $35.37 | $1.11 | 31.8x | +4% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Jun 29 2024 | $32.22 | $1.56 | 20.6x | -32% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Mar 30 2024 | $36.90 | $2.29 | 16.1x | -47% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Dec 31 2023 | $36.98 | $2.31 | 16.0x | -48% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sep 30 2023 | $33.64 | $2.42 | 13.9x | -54% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Jul 01 2023 | $35.50 | $2.56 | 13.9x | -55% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Apr 01 2023 | $38.67 | $1.96 | 19.7x | -35% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Dec 31 2022 | $40.71 | $1.91 | 21.3x | -30% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Sep 24 2022 | $33.92 | $0.98 | 34.6x | +13% |
| FY2022 Q2 | Jun 25 2022 | $38.40 | $1.22 | 31.5x | +3% |
| FY2022 Q1 | Mar 26 2022 | $39.29 | $0.99 | 39.7x | +30% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Dec 31 2021 | $35.90 | $0.82 | 43.8x | +44% |
| FY2021 Q3 | Sep 25 2021 | $36.39 | $1.87 | 19.5x | -36% |
| FY2021 Q2 | Jun 26 2021 | $40.69 | $1.77 | 23.0x | -25% |
| FY2021 Q1 | Mar 27 2021 | $40.03 | $0.44 | 91.0x | +198% |
| FY2020 Q4 | - | $34.66 | $0.29 | 119.5x | +292% |
| FY2020 Q1 | Mar 28 2020 | $24.24 | $1.57 | 15.4x | -49% |
| FY2019 Q4 | - | $32.13 | $1.59 | 20.2x | -34% |
| FY2018 Q3 | Sep 29 2018 | $55.11 | $8.46 | 6.5x | -79% |
| FY2018 Q2 | Jun 30 2018 | $62.82 | $8.72 | 7.2x | -76% |
| FY2018 Q1 | Mar 31 2018 | $62.29 | $9.04 | 6.9x | -77% |
| FY2017 Q4 | Dec 31 2017 | $77.76 | $8.96 | 8.7x | -72% |
| FY2017 Q3 | Sep 30 2017 | $77.55 | $3.21 | 24.2x | -21% |
| FY2017 Q2 | Jul 01 2017 | $85.64 | $3.13 | 27.4x | -10% |
| FY2017 Q1 | Apr 01 2017 | $90.81 | $2.82 | 32.2x | +6% |
| FY2016 Q4 | Dec 31 2016 | $87.32 | $2.82 | 31.0x | +1% |
| FY2016 Q3 | Oct 02 2016 | $89.51 | $2.58 | 34.7x | +14% |
| FY2016 Q2 | Jul 03 2016 | $88.24 | $1.78 | 49.6x | +62% |
| FY2016 Q1 | Apr 03 2016 | $79.08 | $2.07 | 38.2x | +25% |
| FY2015 Q4 | - | $72.76 | $2.06 | 35.3x | +16% |
| FY2015 Q3 | Sep 27 2015 | $73.35 | $0.85 | 86.3x | +183% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 30.5x
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KHC — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying KHC stock.
What is KHC's P/E ratio?
The Kraft Heinz Company (KHC) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is -4.6x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $-4.85. The 5-year average P/E is 30.9x and the historical range spans 13.6x to 119.5x.
Is KHC stock overvalued or undervalued?
KHC trades at -4.6x P/E, below its 5-year average of 30.9x. At the 0th percentile of its historical range (13.6x–119.5x), the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
Is KHC stock expensive?
No, KHC is not expensive on a historical basis. The current P/E of -4.6x is below the 5-year average of 30.9x and sits at the 0th percentile of its valuation range.
What is KHC's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, KHC's P/E ratio has ranged from 13.6x to 119.5x, with a median of 20.6x and an average of 30.9x. The current P/E of -4.6x places the stock at the 0th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 2015–2025.
How does KHC's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
KHC trades at -4.6x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 24.4x. The 119% discount to the market suggests lower growth expectations or perceived higher risk.
How does KHC's valuation compare to Consumer Defensive peers?
The Kraft Heinz Company P/E of -4.6x compares to the Consumer Defensive sector median of 18.9x. 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 KHC's PEG ratio?
KHC PEG ratio is N/A, based on a P/E of -4.6x and EPS growth of -318.1%. PEG normalises P/E by growth and helps compare stocks with different earnings trajectories.
What is KHC's earnings yield?
KHC earnings yield is N/A, the inverse of its -4.6x 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.