Cardinal Health Inc (CAH)

Gross profit margin

Jun 30, 2024 Jun 30, 2023 Jun 30, 2022 Jun 30, 2021 Jun 30, 2020
Gross profit US$ in thousands 7,414,000 6,874,000 6,545,000 6,778,000 6,868,000
Revenue US$ in thousands 226,827,000 204,979,000 181,364,000 162,467,000 152,922,000
Gross profit margin 3.27% 3.35% 3.61% 4.17% 4.49%

June 30, 2024 calculation

Gross profit margin = Gross profit ÷ Revenue
= $7,414,000K ÷ $226,827,000K
= 3.27%

The gross profit margin of Cardinal Health Inc has exhibited a declining trend over the past five years, with values of 3.27% in 2024, 3.35% in 2023, 3.61% in 2022, 4.17% in 2021, and 4.49% in 2020. This indicates a decrease in the percentage of revenue retained after accounting for the cost of goods sold. The declining trend may suggest challenges in managing costs and maintaining profitability in a competitive environment or potential pricing pressures. Further analysis and investigation into the company's cost structure, pricing strategies, and operational efficiency are warranted to address the decreasing trend in gross profit margin.


Peer comparison

Jun 30, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Gross profit margin
Cardinal Health Inc
CAH
3.27%
Cencora Inc.
COR
3.37%
McKesson Corporation
MCK
4.16%