Rentokil Initial plc (RTO) P/E Ratio History
UndervaluedTrading at 20.8x vs 5Y avg 31.9x · 50th percentile · Below historical baseline · Data 1995–2026
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of October 3, 2026, Rentokil Initial plc (RTO) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 20.8x, with a stock price of $19.80 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $1.67.
The current P/E is 35% below its 5-year average of 31.9x. Over the past five years, RTO's P/E has ranged from a low of 8.3x to a high of 127.8x, placing the current valuation at the 50th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Industrials sector median P/E of 25.2x, RTO trades at a 17% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 395 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 194.1x.
The PEG ratio of 1.52 (P/E divided by 58% EPS growth) suggests a fair valuation 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, RTO trades roughly in line with the S&P 500 median P/E of 24.6x. 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 RTO 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.
RTO Cross-Benchmark Valuation
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RTO P/E vs Peers
Facilities, Uniforms and Workplace Services peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $15B | 28.0 | 1.86 | +14% | |
| $3B | 19.3 | 0.39 | +40% | |
| $3B | 18.7 | 0.07Best | +102% | |
| $78B | 39.8 | 2.86 | +12% | |
| $391M | 9.6Lowest | - | +142% | |
| $262M | 20.2 | 1.44 | +13% | |
| $76B | 37.2 | - | -1% | |
| $10B | 12.4 | - | +190%Best |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
RTO Historical P/E Data (1995–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q2 | - | $28.61 | $1.60 | 17.9x | -29% |
| FY2025 Q4 | Dec 31 2025 | $29.46 | $1.60 | 18.4x | -27% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Jun 30 2025 | $24.00 | $1.44 | 16.7x | -34% |
| FY2024 Q4 | - | $25.32 | $1.37 | 18.5x | -27% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Jun 30 2024 | $29.65 | $1.39 | 21.3x | -15% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Dec 31 2023 | $28.61 | $1.33 | 21.5x | -14% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Jun 30 2023 | $39.01 | $1.33 | 29.3x | +17% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Dec 31 2022 | $30.81 | $1.28 | 24.1x | -4% |
| FY2022 Q2 | - | $29.11 | $1.41 | 20.6x | -18% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Dec 31 2021 | $40.13 | $1.21 | 33.2x | +32% |
| FY2021 Q2 | Jun 30 2021 | $35.07 | $1.32 | 26.6x | +6% |
| FY2020 Q4 | - | $35.60 | $1.19 | 29.9x | +19% |
| FY2020 Q2 | - | $32.40 | $0.32 | 101.3x | +303% |
| FY2019 Q4 | - | $30.47 | $0.42 | 72.5x | +188% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Jun 30 2019 | $25.57 | $0.20 | 127.8x | +408% |
| FY2018 Q4 | Dec 31 2018 | $21.64 | $1.56 | 13.9x | -45% |
| FY2018 Q2 | Jun 30 2018 | $23.50 | $2.34 | 10.0x | -60% |
| FY2017 Q4 | Dec 31 2017 | $21.95 | $2.29 | 9.6x | -62% |
| FY2017 Q2 | Jun 30 2017 | $18.19 | $2.20 | 8.3x | -67% |
| FY2016 Q4 | Dec 31 2016 | $13.65 | $0.80 | 17.1x | -32% |
| FY2016 Q2 | - | $12.83 | $0.72 | 17.8x | -29% |
| FY2015 Q4 | - | $11.87 | $0.68 | 17.5x | -31% |
| FY2015 Q2 | - | $12.02 | $0.62 | 19.4x | -23% |
| FY2014 Q4 | Dec 31 2014 | $9.27 | $0.57 | 16.3x | -35% |
| FY2014 Q2 | Jun 30 2014 | $9.64 | $0.44 | 22.1x | -12% |
| FY2013 Q4 | - | $9.50 | $0.37 | 25.9x | +3% |
| FY2013 Q2 | Jun 30 2013 | $6.76 | $0.14 | 47.8x | +90% |
| FY2010 Q4 | Dec 31 2010 | $7.49 | $0.07 | 110.1x | +338% |
| FY2010 Q2 | Jun 30 2010 | $7.95 | $0.13 | 63.1x | +151% |
| FY2009 Q4 | - | $9.23 | $0.18 | 50.2x | +99% |
| FY2009 Q2 | - | $7.38 | $1.76 | 4.2x | -83% |
| FY2008 Q4 | Dec 31 2008 | $3.18 | $1.85 | 1.7x | -93% |
| FY2008 Q2 | Jun 30 2008 | $9.90 | $2.35 | 4.2x | -83% |
| FY2007 Q4 | Dec 31 2007 | $12.00 | $2.50 | 4.8x | -81% |
| FY2007 Q2 | Jun 30 2007 | $15.90 | $1.54 | 10.3x | -59% |
| FY2006 Q4 | Dec 31 2006 | $16.05 | $1.60 | 10.0x | -60% |
| FY2006 Q2 | Jun 30 2006 | $14.25 | $1.34 | 10.6x | -58% |
| FY2005 Q4 | Dec 31 2005 | $14.05 | $1.42 | 9.9x | -61% |
| FY2005 Q2 | - | $14.45 | $1.13 | 12.8x | -49% |
| FY2004 Q4 | Dec 31 2004 | $14.40 | $1.30 | 11.1x | -56% |
| FY2004 Q2 | Jun 30 2004 | $13.30 | $1.41 | 9.4x | -62% |
| FY2003 Q4 | Dec 31 2003 | $17.00 | $1.52 | 11.2x | -56% |
| FY2003 Q2 | Jun 30 2003 | $15.65 | $1.46 | 10.7x | -57% |
| FY2002 Q4 | - | $17.50 | $1.40 | 12.5x | -50% |
| FY2002 Q2 | Jun 30 2002 | $20.25 | $1.36 | 14.9x | -41% |
| FY2001 Q4 | Dec 31 2001 | $20.00 | $1.28 | 15.6x | -38% |
| FY2001 Q2 | Jun 30 2001 | $16.75 | $1.29 | 13.0x | -48% |
| FY2000 Q4 | Dec 31 2000 | $17.13 | $1.26 | 13.6x | -46% |
| FY2000 Q2 | Jun 30 2000 | $11.25 | $1.19 | 9.5x | -62% |
| FY1999 Q4 | Dec 31 1999 | $19.00 | $1.11 | 17.1x | -32% |
| FY1998 Q4 | - | $38.75 | $0.95 | 40.8x | +62% |
| FY1997 Q4 | Dec 31 1997 | $22.50 | $0.80 | 28.1x | +12% |
| FY1996 Q4 | - | $19.06 | $0.66 | 28.9x | +15% |
| FY1995 Q4 | Dec 31 1995 | $13.25 | $0.54 | 24.7x | -2% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 25.2x
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RTO — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying RTO stock.
What is RTO's P/E ratio?
Rentokil Initial plc (RTO) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is 20.8x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $1.67. The 5-year average P/E is 31.9x and the historical range spans 8.3x to 127.8x.
Is RTO stock overvalued or undervalued?
RTO trades at 20.8x P/E, below its 5-year average of 31.9x. At the 50th percentile of its historical range (8.3x–127.8x), the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
Is RTO stock expensive?
No, RTO is not expensive on a historical basis. The current P/E of 20.8x is below the 5-year average of 31.9x and sits at the 50th percentile of its valuation range.
What is RTO's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, RTO's P/E ratio has ranged from 8.3x to 127.8x, with a median of 21.3x and an average of 31.9x. The current P/E of 20.8x places the stock at the 50th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 1995–2026.
How does RTO's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
RTO trades at 20.8x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 24.6x. The 15% discount to the market suggests lower growth expectations or perceived higher risk.
How does RTO's valuation compare to Industrials peers?
Rentokil Initial plc P/E of 20.8x compares to the Industrials sector median of 25.2x. 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 RTO's PEG ratio?
RTO PEG ratio is 1.52, based on a P/E of 20.8x and EPS growth of 58.3%. A PEG between 1 and 2 suggests valuation aligns with growth expectations — typically considered fair.
What is RTO's earnings yield?
RTO earnings yield is 4.80%, the inverse of its 20.8x 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.