Cogent Communications Group Inc (CCOI)
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gross profit margin | 24.07% | 17.23% | 17.52% | 24.70% | 34.95% | 48.01% | 55.37% | 62.03% | 61.95% | 61.74% | 61.70% | 61.72% | 61.62% | 61.68% | 61.67% | 61.61% | 61.42% | 60.97% | 60.47% | 59.93% |
| Operating profit margin | -17.33% | -18.73% | -17.73% | -17.75% | -11.94% | -4.09% | 6.49% | 18.09% | 18.97% | 20.61% | 20.76% | 20.55% | 20.21% | 18.83% | 18.58% | 18.69% | 18.81% | 19.04% | 19.18% | 18.39% |
| Pretax margin | -25.06% | -2.36% | -1.42% | 106.74% | 129.61% | 128.15% | 160.37% | 5.85% | 4.40% | 6.66% | 11.59% | 7.92% | 12.11% | 6.63% | 1.78% | 4.13% | 1.82% | 5.02% | 9.63% | 9.54% |
| Net profit margin | -19.70% | 3.73% | 4.26% | 114.09% | 135.34% | 130.86% | 161.47% | 1.68% | 0.86% | 3.83% | 7.44% | 5.15% | 8.17% | 3.93% | 0.82% | 2.76% | 1.09% | 3.60% | 6.97% | 6.79% |
The profitability ratios of Cogent Communications Group Inc have fluctuated over the quarters.
- Gross profit margin has shown a general increasing trend until June 30, 2023, when it began to decline significantly. This indicates a decrease in the percentage of revenue retained after accounting for the cost of goods sold.
- Operating profit margin has varied, with periods of stability followed by a sharp decline starting from March 31, 2023. This suggests that operating expenses have increased significantly in relation to revenue during these quarters.
- Pretax margin has experienced a mix of positive and negative periods, with a notable surge in profitability from June 30, 2023, to March 31, 2024, followed by a sharp decline. This indicates fluctuations in the company's ability to generate profits before accounting for taxes.
- Net profit margin has also been volatile, with substantial increases in profitability from June 30, 2023, to March 31, 2024, followed by a significant decrease in profitability by December 31, 2024. This indicates variability in the company's bottom-line profitability after accounting for all expenses.
Overall, the profitability ratios of Cogent Communications Group Inc show a mix of positive and negative trends, highlighting the company's changing profitability performance over the quarters.
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating return on assets (Operating ROA) | -5.66% | -6.17% | -5.70% | -5.94% | -3.23% | -1.13% | 1.43% | 10.95% | 11.26% | 12.01% | 12.13% | 12.55% | 12.11% | 10.95% | 10.68% | 12.58% | 10.68% | 10.74% | 10.67% | 11.13% |
| Return on assets (ROA) | -6.43% | 1.23% | 1.37% | 38.21% | 36.66% | 36.27% | 35.50% | 1.02% | 0.51% | 2.23% | 4.35% | 3.14% | 4.89% | 2.29% | 0.47% | 1.86% | 0.62% | 2.03% | 3.87% | 4.11% |
| Return on total capital | -63.20% | 19.19% | 16.35% | 241.04% | 212.03% | 256.55% | 224.63% | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Return on equity (ROE) | -91.58% | 12.18% | 11.02% | 240.09% | 208.91% | 242.95% | 208.24% | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Based on the provided data, Cogent Communications Group Inc's profitability ratios exhibit some significant fluctuations over the reported periods:
1. Operating Return on Assets (Operating ROA):
- The Operating ROA shows variability, ranging from a peak of 12.55% in March 2022 to a low of -6.17% in September 2024.
- Overall, the company's ability to generate operating profits from its assets fluctuated, with a notable decrease towards the end of the reporting period.
2. Return on Assets (ROA):
- ROA also displays significant variability, with a notable surge from 35.50% in June 2023 to 38.21% in March 2024, before dropping to -6.43% by December 2024.
- These fluctuations suggest varying levels of efficiency in utilizing assets to generate profits over the reported period.
3. Return on Total Capital:
- The Return on Total Capital reports a noticeable increase from 224.63% in June 2023 to 256.55% in September 2023, before gradually declining to -63.20% by December 2024.
- These figures point towards fluctuations in the company's ability to generate returns for both debt and equity holders over time.
4. Return on Equity (ROE):
- The ROE ratio indicates a significant rise from 208.24% in June 2023 to 240.09% in March 2024, but then drops to -91.58% by December 2024.
- This shows variations in the company's ability to generate profits relative to the shareholders' equity over the reporting periods.
In conclusion, the profitability ratios of Cogent Communications Group Inc demonstrate considerable fluctuations, indicating varying levels of profitability and efficiency in utilizing assets and capital over the reported periods. Investors and stakeholders may need to carefully analyze these trends to understand the company's financial performance and sustainability.