Home Improvement · NYSE
Current Price
$335.61
PE Ratio (TTM)
23.4x
Intrinsic Value
$353.73
+5.1% margin of safety
As of 2026-08-21, applying a 23.4x earnings multiple to The Home Depot, Inc.'s (HD) earnings per share of $14.31 yields a fair value estimate of $353.73 per share, versus a market price of $335.61.
Fair value from earnings multiples is sensitive to the multiple you choose. Across the sensitivity grid the estimate spans $290.63 to $425.95. This is a relative estimate anchored to earnings, not a statement of fact. For a cash flow based view, see the intrinsic value estimate on the DCF page.
How the PE model works · Recalculate in PE mode · HD intrinsic value (DCF view)
At $335.61, HD trades about 5.1% below its PE-based fair value estimate, a modest discount to its earnings power, though not enough to call it cheap outright.
COMPETITIVE MOAT
↑Brand Recognition and Scale
Home Depot's strong brand recognition and vast store network create significant barriers to entry. Its scale allows for superior purchasing power and efficient supply chain management.
↑Customer Loyalty and Pro Relationships
The company cultivates loyalty through its Pro Xtra program, fostering strong relationships with professional contractors. This segment drives significant and recurring revenue.
↑Product Assortment and Expertise
Home Depot offers an unparalleled breadth and depth of home improvement products. Its knowledgeable associates provide valuable advice, increasing customer stickiness.
INVESTMENT RISKS
↓Housing Market Sensitivity
Home Depot's performance is closely tied to the health of the housing market. Downturns in housing construction and sales can negatively impact demand for its products.
↓Economic Downturn Impact
Discretionary spending on home improvement projects can decline significantly during economic recessions. Consumers may postpone or reduce the scope of renovations.
↓Supply Chain Disruptions
Global supply chain issues can lead to product shortages and increased costs. This can affect inventory availability and profitability for Home Depot.
Base case
Intrinsic Value
$353.73
Margin of safety
+5.1%
Expected annual return
+1.1%
Base case assumptions: 6.7% annual earnings growth, 23.45x target PE, 10% discount rate, 5 year projection. Data as of 2026-08-21.
This base case uses default assumptions and is not financial advice. The fair value changes significantly when the target PE or earnings growth rate changes. Open the calculator to set your own assumptions and see the full sensitivity range.
Adjust the target PE, earnings growth, and discount rate to see how the fair value and margin of safety for The Home Depot, Inc. respond.
Open PE Calculator for HDThe Home Depot, Inc. operates as a prominent retailer specializing in home renovation and improvement. Through its expansive network of "The Home Depot" stores, it furnishes consumers with an extensive array of goods, including building materials, home enhancement products, lawn and garden supplies, decorative items, and facilities maintenance, repair, and operational (MRO) supplies. In addition to selling products, the company extends professional installation services for key home features like flooring, cabinetry (including makeovers), countertops, furnaces and central air conditioning systems, and window replacements. Customers can also access tool and equipment rental options. Its diverse clientele includes both individual homeowners and a broad spectrum of professional clients, such as renovators, general contractors, maintenance personnel, handymen, property managers, building service contractors, and specialized tradespeople like electricians, plumbers, and painters. The firm also distributes its merchandise through several online platforms, notably homedepot.com, along with specialized sites such as blinds.com for bespoke window coverings and thecompanystore.com for home textiles and decorative goods. By the end of 2021, the corporation operated a total of 2,317 outlets across the United States. Incorporated in 1978, The Home Depot, Inc. maintains its corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia.
PE Ratio (TTM)
23.4x
PEG Ratio
n/m
Earnings Yield
4.26%
ROE (TTM)
102.7%
Revenue/Share (TTM)
$170.20
Dividend Yield
2.76%
Debt/Equity
3.48x
The trailing twelve-month PE ratio of HD reflects how much investors pay per dollar of The Home Depot, Inc.'s earnings. This metric is most useful when compared to Home Improvement peers and the company's own historical range.
HD's PE of 23.4x combined with a PEG ratio of -8.04 provides a growth-adjusted perspective. HD has negative earnings, so its PE and PEG ratios are not meaningful here and cannot tell you whether the stock is over or undervalued. Keep in mind that PE-based valuation works best for profitable, mature companies — for high-growth or cyclical Home Improvement, a DCF analysis may be more appropriate.
To value The Home Depot, Inc. using PE: (1) Compare the current PE (23.4x) against the Home Improvement median to assess relative pricing, (2) check the PEG ratio (-8.04) to adjust for growth expectations, (3) review the 5-year PE range to identify where the stock sits historically, and (4) estimate fair value by multiplying a target PE by forward EPS estimates. This relative approach complements DCF's absolute valuation.
HD's PEG ratio is -8.04, calculated by dividing the PE ratio (23.4x) by the expected earnings growth rate. Because HD has negative earnings, its PEG ratio is not meaningful and should not be read as a sign of under or overvaluation. Note that PEG accuracy depends on the reliability of growth estimates.
PE ratio gives a quick relative read — how HD is priced versus Home Improvement peers. DCF provides an absolute value based on projected free cash flows. For HD, with a strong ROE of 102.7%, both methods are worth using — PE for a market-relative check, DCF to stress-test whether fundamentals justify the price. Each method has blind spots: PE ignores capital structure and cash flow quality, while DCF is sensitive to growth and discount rate assumptions.
P/E and DCF value HD with different methods and assumptions, so the two conclusions can differ. Compare the DCF intrinsic value.
Price as of 2026-08-21. Financial data from Financial Modeling Prep (trailing twelve months) · Valuation methodology by Charlie Wang.
This is an estimate, not investment advice.