Becton Dickinson P/E Ratio

Becton Dickinson (BDX) currently reports a P/E ratio of 41.93. That is above the Healthcare sector average of 27.42. Use the charts on this page to explore Becton Dickinson's P/E ratio history and peer comparisons.

Becton Dickinson's P/E ratio of 41.93 is higher than the Healthcare sector average of 27.42. That is roughly 52.9% above the sector mean. A reading higher peers can reflect different growth expectations, capital structure, or profitability — so it is worth checking the peer comparison chart before drawing conclusions.

The P/E ratio is a valuation multiple that relates Becton Dickinson's market price to a fundamental measure such as earnings, sales, or book value. At 41.93, BDX can look expensive or cheap only in context — versus its own history, growth rate, and Healthcare peers. Higher multiples often price in stronger expected growth; lower ones can signal value or concern.

Start with the current P/E ratio of 41.93, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The Healthcare average is 27.42. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for Becton Dickinson, and consider following BDX for alerts when major investors trade the stock.

Becton Dickinson is classified in the Healthcare sector. On P/E ratio, it currently shows 41.93 versus a sector average near 27.42. Sector peers often share similar capital intensity and growth regimes, so relative rankings inside Healthcare are usually more informative than comparing BDX with unrelated industries.