Belden Inc (BDC)
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 | 37.47% | 37.46% | 37.79% | 37.84% | 38.01% | 37.98% | 37.26% | 36.15% | 35.15% | 34.30% | 33.78% | 33.77% | 33.54% | 31.36% | 31.60% | 31.95% | 32.85% | 36.09% | 36.63% | 37.10% |
| Operating profit margin | 10.83% | 10.28% | 11.27% | 11.85% | 12.64% | 13.43% | 14.49% | 14.23% | 13.94% | 13.86% | 12.02% | 11.91% | 11.46% | 12.57% | 11.42% | 9.53% | 8.57% | 6.60% | 7.50% | 9.04% |
| Pretax margin | 9.26% | 8.82% | 9.89% | 10.54% | 11.38% | 12.30% | 13.12% | 12.77% | 11.68% | 7.17% | 4.82% | 4.24% | 4.00% | 7.90% | 6.70% | 0.54% | -2.00% | -9.40% | -24.78% | -17.89% |
| Net profit margin | 8.06% | 7.61% | 8.51% | 9.01% | 9.66% | 10.16% | 10.97% | 10.69% | 9.77% | 5.58% | 3.44% | 2.96% | 2.78% | 5.81% | 4.95% | -0.85% | -3.15% | -10.95% | -26.56% | -19.74% |
Belden Inc's profitability ratios show a mixed performance over the past years. The gross profit margin has been stable, improving slightly from 32.85% in December 2020 to 37.47% in December 2024. This indicates efficient cost management in generating sales.
However, the operating profit margin fluctuated, reaching a peak of 14.49% in June 2023 but declining to 10.83% by December 2024. This could suggest varying levels of operating expenses impacting the company's profitability.
The pretax margin shows a notable improvement from negative percentages in 2020 to positive figures in later years. There was a significant rise from 4.24% in March 2022 to 13.12% in June 2023, indicating better financial management and operational efficiency.
The net profit margin also exhibited an upward trend, increasing steadily from -3.15% in December 2020 to 8.06% in December 2024. This reflects enhanced bottom-line performance and potentially improved overall business effectiveness.
Overall, Belden Inc has made progress in profitability indicators, signaling better control over costs, improved operational efficiency, and stronger financial health.
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) | 8.01% | 7.22% | 7.42% | 9.14% | 9.80% | 11.24% | 12.27% | 12.24% | 11.49% | 11.98% | 9.91% | 9.53% | 7.72% | 7.83% | 6.81% | 5.44% | 4.78% | 4.16% | 4.65% | 19.48% |
| Return on assets (ROA) | 5.96% | 5.34% | 5.60% | 6.95% | 7.49% | 8.51% | 9.29% | 9.20% | 8.05% | 4.83% | 2.84% | 2.37% | 1.87% | 3.62% | 2.95% | -0.49% | -1.76% | -6.90% | -16.48% | -42.52% |
| Return on total capital | 10.99% | 9.83% | 10.96% | 12.20% | 13.39% | 15.00% | 16.43% | 16.23% | 15.77% | 16.28% | 13.72% | 13.25% | 10.92% | 10.74% | 9.29% | 7.30% | 6.46% | 5.51% | 6.26% | 8.12% |
| Return on equity (ROE) | 15.33% | 14.45% | 16.16% | 18.76% | 20.82% | 22.20% | 25.13% | 24.88% | 22.28% | 12.61% | 8.19% | 7.51% | 6.69% | 12.84% | 11.10% | -1.82% | -7.35% | -26.44% | -63.54% | -43.64% |
Belden Inc's profitability ratios highlight its ability to generate earnings relative to its assets and capital. The Operating return on assets (Operating ROA) has shown a positive and improving trend over the years, increasing from 19.48% in March 2020 to 12.27% in June 2023. This indicates that the company has been effectively utilizing its assets to generate operating income.
The Return on assets (ROA) has also shown improvement, starting from negative percentages in early 2020 and gradually increasing to 5.96% by December 2024. This shows that the company has been able to turn its assets into profits over the years, albeit with some fluctuations.
The Return on total capital has consistently improved, indicating that Belden Inc has been able to generate increasing returns on the total capital invested in the business, reaching a peak of 16.43% in June 2023.
Finally, the Return on equity (ROE) has also shown a positive and increasing trend, showcasing the company's ability to generate profits for its shareholders. The ROE has increased from negative percentages in 2020 to 15.33% by December 2024, reflecting improved profitability and efficiency in utilizing shareholders' equity.
Overall, Belden Inc's profitability ratios demonstrate a positive trajectory, indicating effective management of assets, capital, and equity to drive profitability and deliver value to investors.