Ameren Corp (AEE)
Operating profit margin
| Dec 31, 2024 | Dec 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating income | US$ in thousands | 1,516,000 | 1,558,000 | 1,515,000 | 1,333,000 | 1,300,000 |
| Revenue | US$ in thousands | 7,623,000 | 7,500,000 | 7,957,000 | 6,394,000 | 5,794,000 |
| Operating profit margin | 19.89% | 20.77% | 19.04% | 20.85% | 22.44% |
December 31, 2024 calculation
Operating profit margin = Operating income ÷ Revenue
= $1,516,000K ÷ $7,623,000K
= 19.89%
From the data provided, Ameren Corp's operating profit margin has shown some fluctuations over the past five years.
On December 31, 2020, the operating profit margin stood at 22.44%, indicating that for every dollar of revenue generated, the company retained approximately 22.44 cents as operating profit. However, by December 31, 2021, there was a slight decrease in the operating profit margin to 20.85%.
The trend continued with a further decline to 19.04% by December 31, 2022, suggesting that the company's operating expenses relative to its revenue were increasing, impacting profitability. However, there was a notable recovery by December 31, 2023, as the operating profit margin increased to 20.77%.
Despite the improvement in the previous year, the operating profit margin dropped again to 19.89% by December 31, 2024. This indicates that Ameren Corp may be facing challenges in controlling its operating expenses or experiencing fluctuations in revenue that are affecting its profitability.
Overall, the trend in the operating profit margin for Ameren Corp shows some variability, with periods of both improvement and decline. Companies typically aim to maintain or increase their operating profit margin to ensure sustainable profitability and operational efficiency. Monitoring and understanding these fluctuations can provide insights into the company's financial health and management effectiveness.
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Dec 31, 2024