Church & Dwight Company Inc (CHD)

Net profit margin

Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019
Net income US$ in thousands 755,600 413,900 827,500 785,900 615,900
Revenue US$ in thousands 5,867,900 5,375,600 5,190,100 4,895,800 4,357,700
Net profit margin 12.88% 7.70% 15.94% 16.05% 14.13%

December 31, 2023 calculation

Net profit margin = Net income ÷ Revenue
= $755,600K ÷ $5,867,900K
= 12.88%

The net profit margin of Church & Dwight Co., Inc. has shown fluctuations over the past five years. In 2023, the net profit margin was 12.88%, indicating that the company retained $0.1288 in profit for every dollar of revenue generated. This represents an increase from 7.70% in 2022 but is lower compared to the higher levels observed in 2021 (15.94%), 2020 (16.05%), and 2019 (14.13%).

The variability in the net profit margin suggests changes in the company's ability to control costs, manage expenses, and generate profits relative to its revenue. The decrease in 2022 followed by the recovery in 2023 may indicate fluctuations in revenue growth, cost management, or changes in the company's overall profitability.

Further analysis could include examining the factors contributing to the fluctuations in the net profit margin over the years, such as changes in revenue, cost of goods sold, operating expenses, or any one-time events impacting the company's financial performance.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2023

Company name
Symbol
Net profit margin
Church & Dwight Company Inc
CHD
12.88%
Ecolab Inc
ECL
8.86%
Procter & Gamble Company
PG
17.70%
Stepan Company
SCL
1.74%