Sonoco Products Company (SON) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 1990 to 2026
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SON Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 6, 2026, Sonoco Products Company (SON) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 12.7x, with a stock price of $50.48 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $10.38.
The current P/E is 20% below its 5-year average of 15.8x. Over the past five years, SON's P/E has ranged from a low of 4.3x to a high of 32.7x, placing the current valuation at the 40th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Consumer Cyclical sector median P/E of 19.3x, SON trades at a 34% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 301 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.1x to 188.7x.
The PEG ratio of 0.89 (P/E divided by 141% 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, SON trades at a notable discount to 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 SON 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.
SON P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $6B | 12.3 | 9.66 | +90%Best | |
| $4B | 14.6 | - | +5% | |
| $3B | 7.3Lowest | 0.37Best | -31% | |
| $20B | 26.0 | 2.15 | -4% | |
| $8B | 20.8 | 1.61 | +6% | |
| $11B | 15.5 | 1.02 | +80% | |
| $6B | 33.5 | - | -65% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
SON Historical P/E Data (1990–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q1 | Sun Mar 29 2026 00:00:00 GM | $53.19 | $10.39 | 5.1x | -83% |
| FY2025 Q4 | Wed Dec 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $43.64 | $10.26 | 4.3x | -86% |
| FY2025 Q3 | Sun Sep 28 2025 00:00:00 GM | $43.91 | $6.30 | 7.0x | -77% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Sun Jun 29 2025 00:00:00 GM | $43.82 | $5.58 | 7.9x | -75% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Sun Mar 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $46.70 | $1.54 | 30.3x | -2% |
| FY2024 Q4 | $48.85 | $1.65 | 29.6x | -4% | |
| FY2024 Q3 | Sun Sep 29 2024 00:00:00 GM | $54.21 | $2.91 | 18.6x | -40% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $50.72 | $3.72 | 13.6x | -56% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $57.84 | $3.96 | 14.6x | -53% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $55.87 | $4.80 | 11.6x | -62% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sun Oct 01 2023 00:00:00 GM | $54.35 | $4.96 | 11.0x | -64% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Sun Jul 02 2023 00:00:00 GM | $59.02 | $4.88 | 12.1x | -61% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 30.8x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying SON stock.
Is SON stock overvalued or undervalued?
SON trades at 12.7x P/E, near its 5-year average of 15.8x. The 40th percentile ranking places valuation within normal historical bounds.
How does SON's valuation compare to peers?
Sonoco Products Company P/E of 12.7x compares to sector median of 19.3x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is SON's PEG ratio?
SON PEG ratio is 0.89. Below 1.0 indicates valuation is supported by earnings growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 1990-2026.