Archer-Daniels-Midland Company (ADM)

Operating profit margin

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Operating income US$ in thousands 2,072,000 4,057,000 5,695,000 3,778,000 2,711,000
Revenue US$ in thousands 85,530,000 93,935,000 101,848,000 85,249,000 64,355,000
Operating profit margin 2.42% 4.32% 5.59% 4.43% 4.21%

December 31, 2024 calculation

Operating profit margin = Operating income ÷ Revenue
= $2,072,000K ÷ $85,530,000K
= 2.42%

Archer-Daniels-Midland Company's operating profit margin has shown fluctuations over the past five years. The margin increased from 4.21% in December 2020 to 5.59% in December 2022, indicating improved operational efficiency and profitability. However, in December 2023, the operating profit margin decreased to 4.32%, suggesting potential challenges in maintaining margins. By December 2024, the operating profit margin declined further to 2.42%, reflecting a significant drop in profitability compared to previous years. It is essential for the company to closely monitor its operational performance and cost management to address the decreasing trend in operating profit margin observed in recent years.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Operating profit margin
Archer-Daniels-Midland Company
ADM
2.42%
Bunge Limited
BG
3.45%
Darling Ingredients Inc
DAR
8.19%