Rentokil Initial plc (RTO) P/E Ratio History
Fairly ValuedTrading at 31.1x, near 5Y avg of 32.2x · 80th percentile · In line with own history · Data 1995–2025
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of June 30, 2026, Rentokil Initial plc (RTO) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 31.1x, with a stock price of $28.78 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $1.39.
The current P/E is roughly in line with its 5-year average of 32.2x. 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 80th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Industrials sector median P/E of 25.8x, RTO trades at a 20% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 400 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 195.0x.
The PEG ratio of 4.47 (P/E divided by 17% EPS growth) suggests the stock may be expensive 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 commands a significant premium over 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 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
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| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $20B | 38.8 | 2.57 | +14% | |
| $4B | 21.1 | 0.43 | +40% | |
| $3B | 17.3 | 0.06Best | +102% | |
| $68B | 38.4 | 2.30 | +16% | |
| $394M | 9.7Lowest | - | +142% | |
| $264M | 20.2 | 1.44 | +13% | |
| $78B | 38.3 | - | -1% | |
| $12B | 14.9 | - | +190%Best |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
RTO Historical P/E Data (1995–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q4 | Dec 31 2025 | $29.46 | $1.34 | 22.0x | -13% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Jun 30 2025 | $24.00 | $1.32 | 18.2x | -28% |
| FY2024 Q4 | - | $25.32 | $1.37 | 18.5x | -27% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Jun 30 2024 | $29.65 | $1.39 | 21.3x | -16% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Dec 31 2023 | $28.61 | $1.33 | 21.5x | -15% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Jun 30 2023 | $39.01 | $1.33 | 29.3x | +16% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Dec 31 2022 | $30.81 | $1.28 | 24.1x | -5% |
| FY2022 Q2 | - | $29.11 | $1.41 | 20.6x | -19% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Dec 31 2021 | $40.13 | $1.21 | 33.2x | +31% |
| FY2021 Q2 | Jun 30 2021 | $35.07 | $1.32 | 26.6x | +5% |
| FY2020 Q4 | - | $35.60 | $1.19 | 29.9x | +18% |
| FY2020 Q2 | - | $32.40 | $0.32 | 101.3x | +299% |
| FY2019 Q4 | - | $30.47 | $0.42 | 72.5x | +186% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Jun 30 2019 | $25.57 | $0.20 | 127.8x | +404% |
| 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 | -33% |
| FY2016 Q2 | - | $12.83 | $0.72 | 17.8x | -30% |
| FY2015 Q4 | - | $11.87 | $0.68 | 17.5x | -31% |
| FY2015 Q2 | - | $12.02 | $0.62 | 19.4x | -24% |
| FY2014 Q4 | Dec 31 2014 | $9.27 | $0.57 | 16.3x | -36% |
| FY2014 Q2 | Jun 30 2014 | $9.64 | $0.44 | 22.1x | -13% |
| FY2013 Q4 | - | $9.50 | $0.37 | 25.9x | +2% |
| FY2013 Q2 | Jun 30 2013 | $6.76 | $0.14 | 47.8x | +88% |
| FY2010 Q4 | Dec 31 2010 | $7.49 | $0.07 | 110.1x | +334% |
| FY2010 Q2 | Jun 30 2010 | $7.95 | $0.13 | 63.1x | +149% |
| FY2009 Q4 | - | $9.23 | $0.18 | 50.2x | +98% |
| 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 | -50% |
| FY2004 Q4 | Dec 31 2004 | $14.40 | $1.30 | 11.1x | -56% |
| FY2004 Q2 | Jun 30 2004 | $13.30 | $1.41 | 9.4x | -63% |
| FY2003 Q4 | Dec 31 2003 | $17.00 | $1.52 | 11.2x | -56% |
| FY2003 Q2 | Jun 30 2003 | $15.65 | $1.46 | 10.7x | -58% |
| FY2002 Q4 | - | $17.50 | $1.40 | 12.5x | -51% |
| 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 | -49% |
| FY2000 Q4 | Dec 31 2000 | $17.13 | $1.26 | 13.6x | -46% |
| FY2000 Q2 | Jun 30 2000 | $11.25 | $1.19 | 9.5x | -63% |
| FY1999 Q4 | Dec 31 1999 | $19.00 | $1.11 | 17.1x | -33% |
| FY1998 Q4 | - | $38.75 | $0.95 | 40.8x | +61% |
| FY1997 Q4 | Dec 31 1997 | $22.50 | $0.80 | 28.1x | +11% |
| FY1996 Q4 | - | $19.06 | $0.66 | 28.9x | +14% |
| FY1995 Q4 | Dec 31 1995 | $13.25 | $0.54 | 24.7x | -3% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 25.4x
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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 31.1x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $1.39. The 5-year average P/E is 32.2x and the historical range spans 8.3x to 127.8x.
Is RTO stock overvalued or undervalued?
RTO trades at 31.1x P/E, near its 5-year average of 32.2x. The 80th percentile ranking within the 8.3x–127.8x historical range places valuation within normal bounds.
Is RTO stock expensive?
RTO is fairly valued relative to its own history. The current P/E of 31.1x is near the 5-year average of 32.2x (80th percentile of historical 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 21.5x and an average of 32.2x. The current P/E of 31.1x places the stock at the 80th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 1995–2025.
How does RTO's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
RTO trades at 31.1x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 25.1x. The 24% premium to the market typically reflects higher expected earnings growth or quality.
How does RTO's valuation compare to Industrials peers?
Rentokil Initial plc P/E of 31.1x compares to the Industrials sector median of 25.8x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers or stronger fundamentals. 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 4.47, based on a P/E of 31.1x and EPS growth of 16.7%. A PEG above 2.0 indicates a premium valuation relative to earnings growth — typically considered expensive.
What is RTO's earnings yield?
RTO earnings yield is 3.21%, the inverse of its 31.1x 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.