Target Corporation (TGT) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 1990 to 2025
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TGT Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 8, 2026, Target Corporation (TGT) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 15.5x, with a stock price of $125.91 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $8.73.
The current P/E is 10% below its 5-year average of 17.3x. Over the past five years, TGT's P/E has ranged from a low of 10.7x to a high of 28.2x, placing the current valuation at the 35th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Consumer Defensive sector median P/E of 19.4x, TGT trades at a 20% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 149 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 195.7x.
Relative to the broader market, TGT 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.
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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.
TGT P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $1.0T | 47.7 | 4.33 | +13% | |
| $449B | 55.6 | 3.68 | +10% | |
| $42B | 43.1 | - | -58% | |
| $26B | 17.0 | - | +34% | |
| $19B | 16.3 | 16.19 | +142% | |
| $14B | 21.5 | 2.82 | +10% | |
| $2.9T | 37.8 | 1.35Best | +30% | |
| $5B | 8.3 | - | +12% | |
| $2B | 6.1Lowest | - | +144%Best | |
| $12B | 11.6 | - | +18% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
TGT Historical P/E Data (1990–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q4 | Sat Jan 31 2026 00:00:00 GM | $105.47 | $8.81 | 12.0x | -32% |
| FY2025 Q3 | Sat Nov 01 2025 00:00:00 GM | $92.72 | $8.24 | 11.3x | -37% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Sat Aug 02 2025 00:00:00 GM | $99.77 | $8.58 | 11.6x | -34% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Sat May 03 2025 00:00:00 GM | $97.37 | $9.10 | 10.7x | -40% |
| FY2024 Q4 | Sat Feb 01 2025 00:00:00 GM | $137.91 | $8.86 | 15.6x | -12% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Sat Nov 02 2024 00:00:00 GM | $150.84 | $9.43 | 16.0x | -10% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sat Aug 03 2024 00:00:00 GM | $139.17 | $9.68 | 14.4x | -19% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sat May 04 2024 00:00:00 GM | $158.04 | $8.91 | 17.7x | +0% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sat Feb 03 2024 00:00:00 GM | $145.49 | $8.93 | 16.3x | -8% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Oct 28 2023 00:00:00 GM | $107.23 | $7.84 | 13.7x | -23% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Sat Jul 29 2023 00:00:00 GM | $135.00 | $7.28 | 18.5x | +5% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Sat Apr 29 2023 00:00:00 GM | $157.75 | $5.87 | 26.9x | +52% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 17.7x
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Start ComparisonTGT — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying TGT stock.
Is TGT stock overvalued or undervalued?
TGT trades at 15.5x P/E, near its 5-year average of 17.3x. The 35th percentile ranking places valuation within normal historical bounds.
How does TGT's valuation compare to peers?
Target Corporation P/E of 15.5x compares to sector median of 19.4x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is TGT's PEG ratio?
TGT PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 1990-2025.