Celanese Corporation (CE)
Operating profit margin
| 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 income (ttm) | US$ in thousands | -619,000 | 1,045,000 | 1,639,000 | 1,653,000 | 1,687,000 | 1,484,000 | 1,091,000 | 1,239,000 | 1,519,000 | 1,980,000 | 2,067,000 | 2,151,000 | 1,946,000 | 1,632,000 | 1,280,000 | 796,000 | 664,000 | 529,000 | 605,000 | 708,000 |
| Revenue (ttm) | US$ in thousands | 10,280,000 | 10,479,000 | 10,554,000 | 10,698,000 | 10,940,000 | 10,719,000 | 10,297,000 | 9,988,000 | 9,673,000 | 9,600,000 | 9,565,000 | 9,277,000 | 8,537,000 | 7,853,000 | 6,998,000 | 5,993,000 | 5,655,000 | 5,496,000 | 5,671,000 | 6,070,000 |
| Operating profit margin | -6.02% | 9.97% | 15.53% | 15.45% | 15.42% | 13.84% | 10.60% | 12.40% | 15.70% | 20.62% | 21.61% | 23.19% | 22.79% | 20.78% | 18.29% | 13.28% | 11.74% | 9.63% | 10.67% | 11.66% |
December 31, 2024 calculation
Operating profit margin = Operating income (ttm) ÷ Revenue (ttm)
= $-619,000K ÷ $10,280,000K
= -6.02%
The operating profit margin of Celanese Corporation has shown fluctuations over the analyzed period from March 31, 2020, to December 31, 2024. The margin started at 11.66% in March 2020, decreased to 9.63% by September 2020, experienced a low at 6.02% in December 2024, and generally demonstrated a trend of volatility.
The margin increased steadily from September 2020 to December 2021, reaching a peak of 22.79% in December 2021. Subsequently, the margin fluctuated, experiencing some decline but overall maintaining a reasonably strong position above 15% until June 2024.
From September 2024 to December 2024, there was a significant negative swing, resulting in an operating profit margin of -6.02%. This sudden downturn indicates potential challenges or extraordinary events affecting the company's profitability during that period.
Overall, the operating profit margin of Celanese Corporation reflects a mix of growth, stability, and volatility during the analyzed period, with the company experiencing varying levels of profitability and operational efficiency. It is essential for stakeholders to monitor and assess the factors contributing to these fluctuations to make informed decisions regarding the company's financial performance and prospects.
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Dec 31, 2024