Aptiv PLC (APTV)
Profitability ratios
Return on sales
| Dec 31, 2024 | Sep 30, 2024 | Jun 30, 2024 | Mar 31, 2024 | Dec 31, 2023 | Sep 30, 2023 | Jun 30, 2023 | Mar 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Sep 30, 2022 | Jun 30, 2022 | Mar 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Sep 30, 2021 | Jun 30, 2021 | Mar 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | Sep 30, 2020 | Jun 30, 2020 | Mar 31, 2020 | |
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| Gross profit margin | 8.78% | 8.57% | 8.28% | 8.27% | 8.04% | 7.61% | 7.96% | 6.80% | 6.56% | 5.45% | 4.23% | 5.45% | 6.65% | 7.82% | 11.58% | 12.39% | 14.85% | 14.84% | 15.22% | 18.09% |
| Operating profit margin | 9.34% | 8.71% | 8.31% | 8.10% | 7.78% | 8.31% | 8.66% | 7.47% | 7.22% | 6.38% | 5.17% | 6.44% | 7.61% | 8.76% | 9.70% | 6.69% | 16.21% | 16.03% | 15.82% | 18.55% |
| Pretax margin | 10.20% | 9.42% | 8.91% | 5.28% | 4.81% | 5.36% | 5.72% | 4.42% | 4.09% | 2.78% | 1.49% | 2.90% | 4.42% | 6.46% | 7.54% | 4.43% | 14.18% | 14.13% | 14.15% | 17.35% |
| Net profit margin | 9.07% | 12.29% | 18.46% | 14.87% | 14.65% | 11.54% | 4.95% | 3.68% | 3.40% | 2.21% | 1.10% | 2.43% | 3.78% | 5.47% | 6.72% | 3.80% | 13.81% | 13.94% | 13.63% | 16.58% |
Aptiv PLC's profitability ratios have exhibited fluctuations over the years.
1. Gross Profit Margin: The gross profit margin, which represents the percentage of revenue that exceeds the cost of goods sold, has been declining from 18.09% in March 2020 to 8.78% in December 2024. This indicates that the company's ability to generate profits from its core operations has been under pressure.
2. Operating Profit Margin: The operating profit margin, a measure of a company's operating efficiency, has shown volatility, increasing from 18.55% in March 2020 to 9.34% in December 2024. Despite fluctuations, the company has managed to maintain positive operating margins throughout the period.
3. Pre-tax Margin: The pre-tax margin, highlighting the company's profitability before taxes are deducted, has also seen fluctuations, with an increase from 17.35% in March 2020 to 10.20% in December 2024. The variability in pre-tax margin reflects changes in operating expenses and other income or expenses impacting the bottom line.
4. Net Profit Margin: The net profit margin, which reflects the company's profitability after accounting for all expenses, has shown significant variability. It decreased sharply from 16.58% in March 2020 to 1.10% in June 2022, before rebounding to 9.07% in December 2024. This indicates that Aptiv has faced challenges in controlling costs and maximizing profits during the period.
Overall, Aptiv PLC's profitability ratios demonstrate a mix of positive and negative trends, with fluctuations in margins reflecting changes in revenue, costs, and operational efficiency over the period under consideration. The company's ability to adjust its cost structure and enhance operating efficiency will be crucial for improving profitability in the future.
Return on investment
| Dec 31, 2024 | Sep 30, 2024 | Jun 30, 2024 | Mar 31, 2024 | Dec 31, 2023 | Sep 30, 2023 | Jun 30, 2023 | Mar 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Sep 30, 2022 | Jun 30, 2022 | Mar 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Sep 30, 2021 | Jun 30, 2021 | Mar 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | Sep 30, 2020 | Jun 30, 2020 | Mar 31, 2020 | |
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| Operating return on assets (Operating ROA) | 7.85% | 6.94% | 6.71% | 6.89% | 6.38% | 6.93% | 7.55% | 6.24% | 5.77% | 5.42% | 4.16% | 4.98% | 6.60% | 7.79% | 8.57% | 5.31% | 12.09% | 12.14% | 12.77% | 16.07% |
| Return on assets (ROA) | 7.62% | 9.79% | 14.91% | 12.66% | 12.03% | 9.62% | 4.32% | 3.07% | 2.71% | 1.88% | 0.88% | 1.88% | 3.28% | 4.86% | 5.94% | 3.02% | 10.30% | 10.55% | 11.01% | 14.36% |
| Return on total capital | 14.39% | 12.62% | 12.11% | 8.50% | 7.04% | 7.76% | 8.66% | 6.75% | 6.12% | 4.58% | 2.81% | 4.10% | 6.78% | 9.49% | 10.85% | 6.45% | 16.93% | 17.04% | 17.60% | 23.78% |
| Return on equity (ROE) | 20.32% | 27.29% | 32.18% | 26.92% | 25.44% | 21.17% | 10.33% | 7.43% | 6.74% | 4.59% | 2.17% | 4.57% | 7.07% | 10.34% | 12.69% | 6.52% | 22.82% | 23.56% | 24.23% | 46.71% |
Aptiv PLC's profitability ratios have shown fluctuations over the period under review.
- Operating Return on Assets (Operating ROA): This ratio measures the company's operating income generated per dollar of assets. Aptiv PLC's Operating ROA decreased from 16.07% in March 2020 to 4.98% in March 2022 before showing a slight increase to 7.85% by December 2024. The decline indicates a decrease in the company's ability to generate operating profits from its assets.
- Return on Assets (ROA): Aptiv PLC's ROA reflects the company's net income generated per dollar of assets. The ratio dropped significantly from 14.36% in March 2020 to 0.88% in June 2022, but it then rebounded to 7.62% by December 2024. This indicates a period of low profitability relative to the value of its assets followed by a recovery towards the end of the period.
- Return on Total Capital: This ratio shows how efficiently Aptiv PLC is utilizing its total capital to generate profits. The trend indicates a decrease in efficiency with a drop from 23.78% in March 2020 to 2.81% in June 2022, recovering to 14.39% by December 2024. The fluctuations suggest varying levels of effectiveness in utilizing total capital over the period.
- Return on Equity (ROE): Aptiv PLC's ROE represents the company's net income generated per dollar of shareholder equity. The ratio decreased from 46.71% in March 2020 to 2.17% in June 2022 before rising again to 20.32% by December 2024. This fluctuation shows a roller-coaster ride in the company's ability to generate profits for its shareholders.
Overall, Aptiv PLC's profitability ratios exhibit volatility with periods of decline followed by some recovery, indicating fluctuations in its ability to generate profits relative to assets and capital employed.