NatWest Group plc (NWG) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2017 to 2025
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Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of March 2, 2026, NatWest Group plc (NWG) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 11.6x, with a stock price of $16.60 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $1.28.
The current P/E is roughly in line with its 5-year average of 10.8x. Over the past five years, NWG's P/E has ranged from a low of 5.7x to a high of 29.1x, placing the current valuation at the 70th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Financial Services sector median P/E of 13.8x, NWG trades at a 15% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 789 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 196.2x.
The PEG ratio of 0.86 (P/E divided by 8% EPS growth) suggests the stock may be undervalued relative to its earnings growth. Peter Lynch popularized the rule that a PEG below 1.0 indicates an attractive entry point.
Relative to the broader market, NWG trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 26.2x. 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 NWG 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.
Peer Comparison
P/E metrics vs. European universal banks peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
HSBCHSBC Holdings plc | $320B | 15.0 | 0.46 | +9% |
SANBanco Santander, S.A. | $181B | 13.6 | 0.80 | +18% |
BBVABanco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria, S.A. | $131B | 11.7 | 0.40 | +30%Best |
BCSBarclays PLC | $84B | 11.0Lowest | 0.30Best | +17% |
INGING Groep N.V. | $83B | 11.5 | 0.43 | +28% |
NWGNatWest Group plc | $66B | 11.6 | 0.86 | +8% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
Historical P/E Data
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q2 | Mon Jun 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $14.15 | $1.18 | 12.0x | -18% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mon Mar 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $11.92 | $1.16 | 10.3x | -29% |
| FY2024 Q4 | $10.17 | $1.06 | 9.6x | -34% | |
| FY2024 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $9.36 | $1.04 | 9.0x | -38% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $8.03 | $0.96 | 8.4x | -43% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $6.80 | $0.90 | 7.6x | -48% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $5.63 | $0.96 | 5.9x | -60% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $5.83 | $0.94 | 6.2x | -57% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $6.12 | $0.89 | 6.9x | -53% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Fri Mar 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $6.60 | $0.87 | 7.6x | -48% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Sat Dec 31 2022 00:00:00 GM | $6.46 | $0.78 | 8.3x | -43% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Fri Sep 30 2022 00:00:00 GM | $4.99 | $0.60 | 8.3x | -43% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 14.6x
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Is NWG stock overvalued or undervalued?
NWG trades at 11.6x P/E, near its 5-year average of 10.8x. The 70th percentile ranking places valuation within normal historical bounds.
How does NWG's valuation compare to peers?
NatWest Group plc P/E of 11.6x compares to sector median of 13.8x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is NWG's PEG ratio?
NWG PEG ratio is 0.86. Below 1.0 indicates valuation is supported by earnings growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2017-2025.