The Timken Company (TKR) Financial Ratios
30 years of historical data (1996–2025) · Industrials · Manufacturing - Tools & Accessories
EV/EBITDA
↓
12.45
↑+35% vs avg
5yr avg: 9.25
30Y Low0.0·High12.0
P/FCF
↓
19.99
+14% vs avg
5yr avg: 17.59
30Y Low3.5·High97.6
P/B Ratio
↓
2.44
↑+21% vs avg
5yr avg: 2.01
30Y Low0.6·High2.7
ROE
↓
9.1%
↑-35% vs avg
5yr avg: 14.1%
30Y Low-8%·High23%
Debt/EBITDA
↑
2.71
↓-0% vs avg
5yr avg: 2.72
30Y Low0.0·High3.7
Percentile shows where the current value sits in 30-year historical distribution. Sparklines show 5-year trend.
TKR Valuation Multiples
Price-based multiples — how expensive the stock is relative to earnings, sales, book value, and cash flow
The Timken Company trades at 28.3x earnings, 84% above its 5-year average of 15.4x, sitting at the 96th percentile of its historical range. Compared to the Industrials sector median P/E of 25.5x, the stock trades at a premium of 11%. On a free-cash-flow basis, the stock trades at 20.0x P/FCF, 14% above the 5-year average of 17.6x.
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market Cap | $8.1B | $5.9B | $5.0B | $5.8B | $5.3B | $5.3B | $5.9B | $4.3B | $2.9B | $3.9B | $3.1B |
| Enterprise Value | $9.9B | $7.7B | $6.9B | $7.9B | $7.0B | $6.7B | $7.3B | $6.0B | $4.5B | $4.7B | $3.7B |
| P/E Ratio → | 28.31 | 20.47 | 14.30 | 14.65 | 12.90 | 14.47 | 20.80 | 11.96 | 9.64 | 19.05 | 20.68 |
| P/S Ratio | 1.77 | 1.29 | 1.10 | 1.21 | 1.17 | 1.29 | 1.68 | 1.14 | 0.82 | 1.29 | 1.18 |
| P/B Ratio | 2.44 | 1.77 | 1.69 | 2.14 | 2.23 | 2.24 | 2.66 | 2.22 | 1.78 | 2.63 | 2.41 |
| P/FCF | 19.99 | 14.55 | 16.52 | 16.16 | 18.40 | 22.33 | 12.96 | 10.57 | 13.29 | 29.36 | 11.89 |
| P/OCF | 14.65 | 10.66 | 10.61 | 10.60 | 11.32 | 13.78 | 10.23 | 7.87 | 8.79 | 16.38 | 7.82 |
P/E links to full P/E history page with 30-year chart
TKR EV Ratios
Enterprise-value multiples — capital-structure-neutral measures of total business value
The Timken Company's enterprise value stands at 12.4x EBITDA, 35% above its 5-year average of 9.3x. The Industrials sector median is 13.8x, placing the stock at a 9% discount on an enterprise-value basis.
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EV / Revenue | — | 1.68 | 1.52 | 1.66 | 1.56 | 1.63 | 2.09 | 1.59 | 1.25 | 1.57 | 1.37 |
| EV / EBITDA | 12.45 | 9.67 | 8.33 | 9.25 | 9.12 | 9.89 | 11.85 | 8.89 | 7.45 | 10.79 | 9.71 |
| EV / EBIT | 17.51 | 14.92 | 11.33 | 11.12 | 10.43 | 12.30 | 14.73 | 11.30 | 9.60 | 16.33 | 18.62 |
| EV / FCF | — | 18.96 | 22.70 | 22.21 | 24.63 | 28.13 | 16.08 | 14.69 | 20.34 | 35.70 | 13.81 |
TKR Profitability
Margins and return-on-capital ratios measuring operating efficiency
The Timken Company earns an operating margin of 12.4%, above the Industrials sector average of 4.9%. Operating margins have compressed from 13.8% to 12.4% over the past 3 years, signaling potential cost pressures or competitive headwinds. ROE of 9.1% is modest. ROIC of 8.5% represents adequate returns on invested capital versus a sector median of 6.3%.
Margins
Full margin charts and quarterly trend are on the Earnings History page
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gross Margin | 28.7% | 28.7% | 31.6% | 32.0% | 29.9% | 28.0% | 29.0% | 30.2% | 29.0% | 27.0% | 26.5% |
| Operating Margin | 12.4% | 12.4% | 13.4% | 13.8% | 13.5% | 12.4% | 12.9% | 13.6% | 12.7% | 10.0% | 9.2% |
| Net Profit Margin | 6.3% | 6.3% | 7.7% | 8.3% | 9.1% | 8.9% | 8.1% | 9.6% | 8.5% | 6.8% | 5.3% |
Return on Capital
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ROE | 9.1% | 9.1% | 12.4% | 15.6% | 17.2% | 16.0% | 13.6% | 20.1% | 19.4% | 14.6% | 10.6% |
| ROA | 4.4% | 4.4% | 5.4% | 6.4% | 7.4% | 7.2% | 5.7% | 7.8% | 7.7% | 6.6% | 5.1% |
| ROIC | 8.5% | 8.5% | 9.4% | 11.0% | 11.5% | 10.4% | 9.4% | 11.3% | 12.4% | 10.9% | 9.9% |
| ROCE | 10.0% | 10.0% | 11.5% | 13.4% | 13.4% | 12.1% | 10.9% | 13.1% | 14.0% | 11.9% | 10.6% |
TKR Leverage & Debt
Solvency and debt-coverage ratios — lower is generally safer
The Timken Company carries a Debt/EBITDA ratio of 2.7x, which is moderately leveraged (15% below the sector average of 3.2x). Net debt stands at $1.8B ($2.2B total debt minus $365M cash). Interest coverage of 4.7x is adequate, though a cyclical earnings downturn could tighten the margin of safety.
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Debt / Equity | 0.64 | 0.64 | 0.76 | 0.95 | 0.90 | 0.69 | 0.78 | 0.97 | 1.02 | 0.65 | 0.50 |
| Debt / EBITDA | 2.71 | 2.71 | 2.72 | 3.00 | 2.75 | 2.42 | 2.82 | 2.81 | 2.80 | 2.20 | 1.75 |
| Net Debt / Equity | — | 0.54 | 0.63 | 0.80 | 0.76 | 0.58 | 0.64 | 0.86 | 0.94 | 0.57 | 0.39 |
| Net Debt / EBITDA | 2.25 | 2.25 | 2.27 | 2.52 | 2.31 | 2.04 | 2.30 | 2.49 | 2.58 | 1.91 | 1.35 |
| Debt / FCF | — | 4.41 | 6.18 | 6.04 | 6.23 | 5.81 | 3.12 | 4.11 | 7.04 | 6.34 | 1.92 |
| Interest Coverage | 4.68 | 4.68 | 4.90 | 6.45 | 9.04 | 9.30 | 7.36 | 7.38 | 9.01 | 7.78 | 5.86 |
TKR Liquidity & Efficiency
Short-term solvency ratios and asset-utilisation metrics
The Timken Company's current ratio of 2.82x is well above the 1.0 safety threshold, indicating strong short-term liquidity with ample room to cover current liabilities. The quick ratio of 1.47x is notably lower than the current ratio, indicating a significant portion of current assets is tied up in inventory. The current ratio has improved from 1.79x to 2.82x over the past 3 years.
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Ratio | 2.82 | 2.82 | 3.07 | 1.79 | 2.47 | 2.47 | 2.36 | 2.54 | 2.53 | 2.23 | 2.66 |
| Quick Ratio | 1.47 | 1.47 | 1.61 | 0.96 | 1.30 | 1.31 | 1.37 | 1.40 | 1.31 | 1.13 | 1.45 |
| Cash Ratio | 0.42 | 0.42 | 0.47 | 0.31 | 0.38 | 0.35 | 0.42 | 0.33 | 0.23 | 0.21 | 0.36 |
| Asset Turnover | — | 0.69 | 0.71 | 0.73 | 0.78 | 0.80 | 0.70 | 0.78 | 0.81 | 0.88 | 0.97 |
| Inventory Turnover | 2.63 | 2.63 | 2.62 | 2.64 | 2.65 | 2.86 | 2.97 | 3.14 | 3.04 | 2.97 | 3.60 |
| Days Sales Outstanding | — | 65.88 | 64.28 | 62.47 | 65.22 | 64.55 | 71.89 | 64.94 | 67.60 | 63.78 | 59.88 |
TKR Shareholder Yields
Earnings, FCF, buyback, and dividend yields — total returns to shareholders
The Timken Company returns 1.9% to shareholders annually — split between a 1.2% dividend yield and 0.7% buyback yield. The payout ratio of 34.1% is conservative, leaving significant room for dividend growth or reinvestment. The earnings yield of 3.5% (inverse of P/E) provides a useful comparison to bond yields when assessing the stock's relative attractiveness to fixed income.
Dividends
Full dividend history and growth charts are on the Dividend History page
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 1.2% | 1.7% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.5% | 2.0% | 2.9% | 2.1% | 2.6% |
| Payout Ratio | 34.1% | 34.1% | 27.2% | 23.9% | 22.5% | 25.0% | 30.6% | 23.4% | 28.3% | 41.0% | 58.0% |
Total Shareholder Return Metrics
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings Yield | 3.5% | 4.9% | 7.0% | 6.8% | 7.8% | 6.9% | 4.8% | 8.4% | 10.4% | 5.2% | 4.8% |
| FCF Yield | 5.0% | 6.9% | 6.1% | 6.2% | 5.4% | 4.5% | 7.7% | 9.5% | 7.5% | 3.4% | 8.4% |
| Buyback Yield | 0.7% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 4.3% | 4.0% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 1.4% | 3.4% | 1.1% | 3.2% |
| Total Shareholder Yield | 1.9% | 2.6% | 2.7% | 6.0% | 5.8% | 3.5% | 2.3% | 3.4% | 6.3% | 3.3% | 5.8% |
| Shares Outstanding | — | $70M | $71M | $72M | $74M | $77M | $76M | $77M | $78M | $79M | $79M |
Peer Comparison
Compare TKR with 10 similar companies in its peer group
| Company | Market Cap | P/E | EV/EBITDA | P/FCF | Gross Margin | Op Margin | ROE | ROIC | Debt/EBITDA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 TKRYou | $8B | 28.3 | 12.4 | 20.0 | 28.7% | 12.4% | 9.1% | 8.5% | 2.7 |
 RBC | $20B | 79.5 | 42.9 | 82.1 | 44.4% | 22.6% | 8.5% | 6.9% | 2.1 |
 NN | $3B | -13.7 | — | — | -256.2% | -1535.8% | — | — | — |
 NNBR | $139M | -2.6 | 19.0 | 19.2 | 5.7% | -4.3% | -30.8% | -4.5% | 11.9 |
 GTLS | $10B | 628.5 | 14.3 | 48.9 | 29.2% | 15.2% | 1.3% | 7.4% | 4.0 |
 PH | $112B | 32.7 | 24.4 | 33.5 | 36.9% | 20.5% | 27.4% | 13.4% | 1.9 |
 EMR | $79B | 34.9 | 18.1 | 29.6 | 52.8% | 19.6% | 9.6% | 8.2% | 2.7 |
 ITT | $19B | 34.0 | 21.4 | 33.9 | 35.4% | 17.4% | 14.2% | 16.1% | 1.1 |
 RRX | $14B | 48.9 | 15.4 | 15.4 | 37.4% | 11.5% | 4.3% | 4.5% | 4.3 |
 NUE | $52B | 30.1 | 13.7 | — | 11.9% | 8.2% | 8.0% | 7.7% | 1.7 |
 CMC | $8B | 95.3 | 10.1 | 25.1 | 15.6% | 6.7% | 2.0% | 8.5% | 1.7 |
| Industrials Median | — | 25.5 | 13.8 | 20.7 | 32.7% | 4.9% | 8.2% | 6.3% | 3.2 |
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying TKR stock.
What is The Timken Company's P/E ratio?
The Timken Company's current P/E ratio is 28.3x. The historical average is 13.8x. This places it at the 96th percentile of its historical range.
What is The Timken Company's EV/EBITDA?
The Timken Company's current EV/EBITDA is 12.4x. This enterprise value multiple compares the company's total value (equity + debt - cash) to its EBITDA. The historical average is 6.9x.
What is The Timken Company's ROE?
The Timken Company's return on equity (ROE) is 9.1%. The historical average is 12.2%.
Is TKR stock overvalued?
Based on historical data, The Timken Company is trading at a P/E of 28.3x. This is at the 96th percentile of its historical P/E range. Compare with industry peers and growth rates for a complete picture.
What is The Timken Company's dividend yield?
The Timken Company's current dividend yield is 1.20% with a payout ratio of 34.1%.
What are The Timken Company's profit margins?
The Timken Company has 28.7% gross margin and 12.4% operating margin. Operating margin between 10-20% is typical for established companies.
How much debt does The Timken Company have?
The Timken Company's Debt/EBITDA ratio is 2.7x, indicating moderate leverage. A ratio between 2-4x is manageable but warrants monitoring.