US Foods Holding Corp. (USFD) P/E Ratio History
UndervaluedTrading at 31.3x vs 5Y avg 58.3x · 55th percentile · Below historical baseline · Data 2016–2026
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of June 21, 2026, US Foods Holding Corp. (USFD) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 31.3x, with a stock price of $91.91 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $3.03.
The current P/E is 46% below its 5-year average of 58.3x. Over the past five years, USFD's P/E has ranged from a low of 22.3x to a high of 458.8x, placing the current valuation at the 55th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Consumer Defensive sector median P/E of 18.9x, USFD trades at a 65% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 151 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 193.7x.
Relative to the broader market, USFD commands a significant premium over the S&P 500 median P/E of 24.4x. 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 USFD 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.
USFD Cross-Benchmark Valuation
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USFD P/E vs Peers
Broadline Foodservice Distributors peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $38B | 21.1 | 0.39Best | -4% | |
| $16B | 47.5 | - | -22% | |
| $4B | 56.8 | - | +27% | |
| $5B | 34.0 | 3.89 | +31%Best | |
| $35B | 36.8 | - | -58% | |
| $31B | 44.0 | 2.44 | +31% | |
| $20B | 40.8 | - | -40% | |
| $6B | 5.5Lowest | 0.78 | +0% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
USFD Historical P/E Data (2016–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q1 | Mar 28 2026 | $90.86 | $2.97 | 30.6x | -28% |
| FY2025 Q4 | Dec 27 2025 | $76.37 | $2.94 | 26.0x | -39% |
| FY2025 Q3 | Sep 27 2025 | $76.60 | $2.40 | 31.9x | -25% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Jun 28 2025 | $77.27 | $2.34 | 33.0x | -23% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mar 29 2025 | $64.53 | $2.18 | 29.6x | -31% |
| FY2024 Q4 | - | $67.46 | $2.02 | 33.4x | -22% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Sep 28 2024 | $60.16 | $2.33 | 25.8x | -39% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Jun 29 2024 | $52.98 | $2.10 | 25.2x | -41% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Mar 30 2024 | $53.97 | $2.03 | 26.6x | -38% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Dec 31 2023 | $45.41 | $2.00 | 22.7x | -47% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sep 30 2023 | $39.70 | $1.78 | 22.3x | -48% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Jul 01 2023 | $44.00 | $1.80 | 24.4x | -43% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Apr 01 2023 | $36.94 | $1.34 | 27.6x | -35% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Dec 31 2022 | $34.02 | $1.01 | 33.7x | -21% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Oct 01 2022 | $26.44 | $0.90 | 29.4x | -31% |
| FY2022 Q2 | Jul 02 2022 | $31.29 | $0.74 | 42.4x | -1% |
| FY2022 Q1 | Apr 02 2022 | $37.55 | $0.67 | 56.2x | +32% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Dec 31 2021 | $34.83 | $0.59 | 59.0x | +38% |
| FY2021 Q3 | Oct 02 2021 | $36.24 | $0.29 | 126.8x | +197% |
| FY2021 Q2 | Jul 03 2021 | $37.67 | $0.08 | 458.8x | +976% |
| FY2020 Q1 | Mar 28 2020 | $18.02 | $0.83 | 21.7x | -49% |
| FY2019 Q4 | - | $41.89 | $1.75 | 23.9x | -44% |
| FY2019 Q3 | Sep 28 2019 | $40.42 | $1.79 | 22.6x | -47% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Jun 29 2019 | $35.76 | $1.83 | 19.5x | -54% |
| FY2019 Q1 | Mar 30 2019 | $34.91 | $1.88 | 18.6x | -56% |
| FY2018 Q4 | Dec 31 2018 | $31.64 | $1.87 | 16.9x | -60% |
| FY2018 Q3 | Sep 29 2018 | $30.82 | $2.56 | 12.0x | -72% |
| FY2018 Q2 | Jun 30 2018 | $37.82 | $2.46 | 15.4x | -64% |
| FY2018 Q1 | Mar 31 2018 | $32.77 | $2.17 | 15.1x | -65% |
| FY2017 Q4 | Dec 31 2017 | $31.93 | $1.98 | 16.1x | -62% |
| FY2017 Q3 | Sep 30 2017 | $26.70 | $1.17 | 22.8x | -46% |
| FY2017 Q2 | Jul 01 2017 | $27.22 | $1.34 | 20.3x | -52% |
| FY2017 Q1 | Apr 01 2017 | $27.98 | $0.98 | 28.6x | -33% |
| FY2016 Q4 | Dec 31 2016 | $27.48 | $0.92 | 29.8x | -30% |
| FY2016 Q3 | Oct 01 2016 | $23.61 | $0.54 | 43.9x | +3% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 42.7x
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USFD — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying USFD stock.
What is USFD's P/E ratio?
US Foods Holding Corp. (USFD) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is 31.3x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $3.03. The 5-year average P/E is 58.3x and the historical range spans 22.3x to 458.8x.
Is USFD stock overvalued or undervalued?
USFD trades at 31.3x P/E, below its 5-year average of 58.3x. At the 55th percentile of its historical range (22.3x–458.8x), the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
Is USFD stock expensive?
No, USFD is not expensive on a historical basis. The current P/E of 31.3x is below the 5-year average of 58.3x and sits at the 55th percentile of its valuation range.
What is USFD's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, USFD's P/E ratio has ranged from 22.3x to 458.8x, with a median of 30.6x and an average of 58.3x. The current P/E of 31.3x places the stock at the 55th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 2016–2026.
How does USFD's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
USFD trades at 31.3x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 24.4x. The 28% premium to the market typically reflects higher expected earnings growth or quality.
How does USFD's valuation compare to Consumer Defensive peers?
US Foods Holding Corp. P/E of 31.3x compares to the Consumer Defensive sector median of 18.9x. 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 USFD's PEG ratio?
USFD PEG ratio is N/A, based on a P/E of 31.3x and EPS growth of 45.5%. PEG normalises P/E by growth and helps compare stocks with different earnings trajectories.
What is USFD's earnings yield?
USFD earnings yield is 3.20%, the inverse of its 31.3x 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.