Avista Corporation (AVA)

Gross profit margin

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Gross profit US$ in thousands 1,140,000 1,049,180 974,345 941,813 923,382
Revenue US$ in thousands 1,938,000 1,751,550 1,710,210 1,438,940 1,321,890
Gross profit margin 58.82% 59.90% 56.97% 65.45% 69.85%

December 31, 2024 calculation

Gross profit margin = Gross profit ÷ Revenue
= $1,140,000K ÷ $1,938,000K
= 58.82%

Based on the provided data, the gross profit margin for Avista Corporation has shown some fluctuations over the past five years. The trend indicates a decline in the gross profit margin from 69.85% on December 31, 2020, to 58.82% on December 31, 2024.

The company experienced a significant decrease in gross profit margin from 69.85% in 2020 to 56.97% in 2022. This decline could be attributed to various factors, such as increased production costs, pricing pressures, or changes in product mix.

However, there was a slight recovery in the gross profit margin in 2023 and 2024, reaching 59.90% and 58.82% respectively. It is essential for Avista Corporation to monitor and analyze the factors affecting its gross profit margin to ensure sustainable profitability and efficiency in its operations.