Peabody Energy Corp (BTU)
Operating profit margin
| Dec 31, 2024 | Dec 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating income | US$ in thousands | 445,300 | 1,074,700 | 1,381,600 | 432,200 | -178,800 |
| Revenue | US$ in thousands | 4,236,700 | 4,946,700 | 4,981,900 | 3,318,300 | 2,881,100 |
| Operating profit margin | 10.51% | 21.73% | 27.73% | 13.02% | -6.21% |
December 31, 2024 calculation
Operating profit margin = Operating income ÷ Revenue
= $445,300K ÷ $4,236,700K
= 10.51%
Peabody Energy Corp's operating profit margin has exhibited significant fluctuations over the past five years. The company experienced a negative operating profit margin of -6.21% as of December 31, 2020, indicating that its operating expenses exceeded its operating income. However, there was a notable improvement in the operating profit margin to 13.02% by December 31, 2021, suggesting better control over costs and improved profitability.
The trend continued to strengthen as the operating profit margin surged to 27.73% by December 31, 2022, reflecting a significant boost in operational efficiency and profitability for the company. Although the operating profit margin dipped slightly to 21.73% by December 31, 2023, it still remained at a relatively high level compared to previous years.
However, there was a decline in the operating profit margin to 10.51% as of December 31, 2024, indicating a potential decrease in profitability or an increase in operating expenses during that period. Overall, Peabody Energy Corp's operating profit margin has shown variability, and investors may want to closely monitor future financial performance to assess the company's ability to maintain or improve its profitability levels.
Peer comparison
Dec 31, 2024