Latest Ratios: P/E Ratio 31.6x · EV/EBITDA 21.1x · ROE 59.1%. (1997–2026 historical series)
Price-based multiples — how expensive the stock is relative to earnings, sales, book value, and cash flow
| Metric | TTM | FY 2026 | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market Cap | $170.6B | $168.5B | $142.5B | $110.0B | $96.4B | $87.5B | $77.8B | $72.4B | $62.6B | $51.9B | $49.8B |
| Enterprise Value | $177.8B | $175.8B | $150.0B | $116.9B | $103.7B | $93.8B | $82.8B | $80.7B | $62.1B | $51.6B | $49.3B |
| P/E Ratio → | 31.58 | 30.70 | 29.29 | 24.59 | 27.56 | 26.66 | 859.60 | 22.11 | 20.47 | 19.88 | 21.65 |
| P/S Ratio | 2.83 | 2.79 | 2.53 | 2.03 | 1.93 | 1.80 | 2.42 | 1.74 | 1.61 | 1.45 | 1.50 |
| P/B Ratio | 17.01 | 16.54 | 16.98 | 15.06 | 15.15 | 14.57 | 13.34 | 12.17 | 12.40 | 10.08 | 11.04 |
| P/FCF | 34.69 | 34.28 | 33.95 | 25.38 | 36.71 | 43.47 | 19.48 | 25.47 | 21.13 | 26.37 | 19.32 |
| P/OCF | 24.81 | 24.52 | 23.30 | 18.16 | 23.61 | 28.61 | 17.05 | 17.81 | 15.32 | 17.15 | 13.82 |
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Enterprise-value multiples — capital-structure-neutral measures of total business value
| Metric | TTM | FY 2026 | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EV / Revenue | — | 2.91 | 2.66 | 2.16 | 2.08 | 1.93 | 2.58 | 1.93 | 1.59 | 1.44 | 1.48 |
| EV / EBITDA | 21.11 | 20.87 | 20.25 | 17.30 | 18.04 | 16.68 | 57.00 | 15.27 | 12.32 | 10.95 | 10.92 |
| EV / EBIT | 24.77 | 24.08 | 22.86 | 19.34 | 21.97 | 20.76 | 292.66 | 18.06 | 14.65 | 13.16 | 13.01 |
| EV / FCF | — | 35.75 | 35.72 | 26.98 | 39.47 | 46.59 | 20.74 | 28.37 | 20.95 | 26.21 | 19.11 |
Margins and return-on-capital ratios measuring operating efficiency
Full margin charts and quarterly trend are on the Earnings History page
| Metric | TTM | FY 2026 | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gross Margin | 31.0% | 31.0% | 30.6% | 30.0% | 27.6% | 28.5% | 23.7% | 28.5% | 28.6% | 28.9% | 29.0% |
| Operating Margin | 11.9% | 11.9% | 11.2% | 10.7% | 9.7% | 9.8% | 1.8% | 10.6% | 10.8% | 11.1% | 11.6% |
| Net Profit Margin | 9.1% | 9.1% | 8.6% | 8.3% | 7.0% | 6.8% | 0.3% | 7.8% | 7.9% | 7.3% | 6.9% |
| Metric | TTM | FY 2026 | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ROE | 59.1% | 59.1% | 62.0% | 65.5% | 56.6% | 55.5% | 1.5% | 59.5% | 60.0% | 54.0% | 52.1% |
| ROA | 16.3% | 16.3% | 15.8% | 15.4% | 12.3% | 11.1% | 0.3% | 17.0% | 21.6% | 19.4% | 18.9% |
| ROIC | 32.3% | 32.3% | 31.4% | 31.2% | 28.1% | 30.8% | 3.5% | 35.4% | 67.8% | 67.8% | 73.1% |
| ROCE | 33.3% | 33.3% | 31.5% | 31.0% | 27.0% | 25.0% | 3.1% | 34.2% | 47.6% | 46.7% | 50.6% |
Solvency and debt-coverage ratios — lower is generally safer
| Metric | TTM | FY 2026 | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Debt / Equity | 1.32 | 1.32 | 1.52 | 1.72 | 2.00 | 2.08 | 2.66 | 1.93 | 0.49 | 0.48 | 0.53 |
| Debt / EBITDA | 1.60 | 1.60 | 1.73 | 1.86 | 2.22 | 2.22 | 10.67 | 2.17 | 0.49 | 0.52 | 0.53 |
| Net Debt / Equity | — | 0.71 | 0.89 | 0.95 | 1.14 | 1.05 | 0.86 | 1.39 | -0.11 | -0.06 | -0.12 |
| Net Debt / EBITDA | 0.86 | 0.86 | 1.00 | 1.03 | 1.26 | 1.12 | 3.46 | 1.56 | -0.11 | -0.06 | -0.12 |
| Debt / FCF | — | 1.48 | 1.77 | 1.60 | 2.77 | 3.12 | 1.26 | 2.90 | -0.19 | -0.16 | -0.20 |
| Interest Coverage | — | — | 86.30 | 76.53 | 56.19 | 37.96 | 1.46 | 75.57 | 65.36 | 60.98 | 61.37 |
Short-term solvency ratios and asset-utilisation metrics
| Metric | TTM | FY 2026 | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Ratio | 1.14 | 1.14 | 1.18 | 1.21 | 1.21 | 1.27 | 1.46 | 1.24 | 1.53 | 1.66 | 1.63 |
| Quick Ratio | 0.59 | 0.59 | 0.60 | 0.64 | 0.64 | 0.70 | 1.06 | 0.56 | 0.70 | 0.84 | 0.86 |
| Cash Ratio | 0.47 | 0.47 | 0.48 | 0.54 | 0.53 | 0.59 | 0.97 | 0.45 | 0.55 | 0.64 | 0.73 |
| Asset Turnover | — | 1.69 | 1.78 | 1.82 | 1.76 | 1.71 | 1.04 | 1.73 | 2.72 | 2.55 | 2.58 |
| Inventory Turnover | 5.71 | 5.71 | 6.09 | 6.36 | 6.21 | 5.82 | 5.66 | 6.13 | 6.08 | 6.09 | 6.47 |
| Days Sales Outstanding | — | 3.69 | 4.00 | 3.96 | 4.99 | 4.76 | 5.65 | 3.38 | 3.24 | 3.33 | 2.85 |
Earnings, FCF, buyback, and dividend yields — total returns to shareholders
Full dividend history and growth charts are on the Dividend History page
| Metric | TTM | FY 2026 | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 1.3% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.3% |
| Payout Ratio | 33.5% | 33.5% | 33.9% | 33.2% | 38.3% | 38.1% | 308.9% | 32.7% | 30.2% | 29.3% | 28.3% |
| Metric | TTM | FY 2026 | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings Yield | 3.2% | 3.3% | 3.4% | 4.1% | 3.6% | 3.8% | 0.1% | 4.5% | 4.9% | 5.0% | 4.6% |
| FCF Yield | 2.9% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 3.9% | 2.7% | 2.3% | 5.1% | 3.9% | 4.7% | 3.8% | 5.2% |
| Buyback Yield | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.8% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 2.5% | 0.3% | 2.1% | 3.8% | 3.2% | 3.4% |
| Total Shareholder Yield | 2.5% | 2.6% | 2.9% | 3.6% | 3.7% | 3.9% | 0.6% | 3.6% | 5.3% | 4.6% | 4.7% |
| Shares Outstanding | — | $1.1B | $1.1B | $1.2B | $1.2B | $1.2B | $1.2B | $1.2B | $1.3B | $1.3B | $1.3B |
Retail wage inflation pressure
As reported in recent financial filings, TJX trades at a TTM P/E of 31.82, a valuation that appears to price in its superior scale and geographic diversification relative to peers like Ross Stores, which currently trades at a similar multiple despite a more concentrated domestic footprint.
The current P/E premium suggests investors are paying for the company's ability to navigate global supply chains more effectively than smaller competitors. While the PEG ratio of 0.24 indicates potential undervaluation relative to growth, the market may be discounting the risk of margin compression from persistent retail wage inflation.
Based on the provided financial data, TJX's ROIC has fluctuated between 6.0% and 10.0% over the last ten quarters, suggesting that while the company is compounding capital, its returns remain sensitive to the timing of large-scale inventory investments and the associated carrying costs of its global store footprint.
The variance in ROIC highlights the capital-intensive nature of the 'treasure hunt' model, where significant cash is tied up in inventory to maintain store freshness. Investors should monitor whether management can sustain higher-end returns as they continue to expand the Homesense brand into more competitive markets.
According to the latest quarterly reports, TJX maintains a DIO ranging between 59 and 75 days, a metric that serves as a critical indicator of the company's ability to convert opportunistic merchandise purchases into high-frequency foot traffic across its global retail segments.
The consistency in DIO suggests that the company's buying organization is effectively matching inventory intake with consumer demand, preventing the accumulation of stale goods. However, the CCC remains subject to seasonal volatility, which may temporarily obscure the underlying efficiency of the supply chain during peak holiday periods.
As indicated by the most recent balance sheet data, TJX has successfully reduced its debt-to-equity ratio from 1.72 in 2024Q4 to 1.36 in 2027Q1, demonstrating a conservative approach to capital structure that provides a buffer against potential macroeconomic downturns or shifts in consumer discretionary spending.
The company's ability to maintain a healthy interest coverage ratio, despite the inherent volatility of the retail sector, suggests that its debt service remains well-supported by core operating cash flows. This financial discipline is essential for maintaining the flexibility required to execute large-scale inventory buys during market dislocations.
The P/E ratio is frequently misapplied to TJX because it fails to account for the significant cash tied up in 'pack-away' inventory, which is a strategic asset rather than a sign of operational inefficiency, warranting a focus on P/FCF or EV/EBITDA for a clearer view.
Using P/E in isolation obscures the company's ability to generate cash, as the accounting treatment of inventory can lead to temporary earnings distortions. Analysts should instead prioritize cash flow-based metrics to better understand the true earning power and capital allocation efficacy of this specific off-price business model.
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The TJX Companies, Inc.'s current P/E ratio is 31.6x. The historical average is 19.8x. This places it at the 100th percentile of its historical range.
The TJX Companies, Inc.'s current EV/EBITDA is 21.1x. This enterprise value multiple compares the company's total value (equity + debt - cash) to its EBITDA. The historical average is 12.4x.
The TJX Companies, Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) is 59.1%. This is above the typical threshold of 15-20% considered good for most companies. The historical average is 46.1%.
Based on historical data, The TJX Companies, Inc. is trading at a P/E of 31.6x. This is at the 100th percentile of its historical P/E range. Compare with industry peers and growth rates for a complete picture.
The TJX Companies, Inc.'s current dividend yield is 1.06% with a payout ratio of 33.5%.
The TJX Companies, Inc. has 31.0% gross margin and 11.9% operating margin. Operating margin between 10-20% is typical for established companies.
The TJX Companies, Inc.'s Debt/EBITDA ratio is 1.6x, indicating moderate leverage. A ratio below 2x is generally considered financially healthy.