Ciena Corp (CIEN)
Profitability ratios
Return on sales
| Nov 2, 2024 | Jul 27, 2024 | Apr 27, 2024 | Jan 27, 2024 | Oct 28, 2023 | Jul 29, 2023 | Apr 29, 2023 | Jan 28, 2023 | Oct 29, 2022 | Jul 30, 2022 | Apr 30, 2022 | Jan 29, 2022 | Oct 30, 2021 | Jul 31, 2021 | May 1, 2021 | Jan 30, 2021 | Oct 31, 2020 | Aug 1, 2020 | May 2, 2020 | Jan 31, 2019 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gross profit margin | 42.83% | 43.43% | 43.20% | 43.27% | 42.83% | 43.19% | 42.65% | 42.45% | 42.95% | 43.31% | 45.45% | 47.15% | 47.56% | 48.40% | 48.27% | 47.46% | 46.17% | 44.78% | 42.89% | 41.70% |
| Operating profit margin | 4.15% | 4.94% | 6.03% | 8.17% | 8.15% | 8.12% | 7.26% | 6.45% | 6.13% | 7.64% | 10.58% | 12.93% | 13.68% | 13.25% | 14.46% | 14.03% | 13.14% | 12.94% | 9.09% | 6.12% |
| Pretax margin | 2.99% | 3.54% | 4.59% | 6.73% | 7.38% | 7.53% | 6.68% | 5.95% | 5.02% | 6.66% | 9.76% | 12.15% | 12.78% | 12.30% | 13.51% | 13.05% | 12.27% | 11.85% | 7.77% | 4.63% |
| Net profit margin | 2.09% | 3.44% | 3.71% | 5.22% | 5.81% | 5.23% | 5.02% | 4.77% | 4.21% | 5.37% | 11.15% | 13.23% | 13.81% | 13.55% | 10.77% | 10.25% | 9.56% | 9.18% | 5.90% | -12.61% |
Ciena Corp's profitability ratios have shown fluctuations over the past several quarters. The gross profit margin has ranged from 41.70% to 48.40% during this period, indicating the company's ability to generate profits from its core business operations.
The operating profit margin has also varied, ranging from 4.15% to 14.46%. This metric reflects Ciena's efficiency in managing operating expenses to generate profits before interest and taxes.
The pretax margin, which represents the company's profitability before taxes, has shown fluctuations between 2.99% and 13.68%. This indicates the impact of taxation and non-operating items on the company's overall profitability.
The net profit margin, which represents the final profitability after accounting for all expenses, has ranged from -12.61% to 13.81%. The negative net profit margin in one quarter indicates the company incurred a loss during that period.
Overall, Ciena Corp's profitability ratios demonstrate variability, with some quarters showing strong profitability while others experiencing challenges. It is essential for investors and stakeholders to closely monitor these metrics to assess the company's financial performance and sustainability.
Return on investment
| Nov 2, 2024 | Jul 27, 2024 | Apr 27, 2024 | Jan 27, 2024 | Oct 28, 2023 | Jul 29, 2023 | Apr 29, 2023 | Jan 28, 2023 | Oct 29, 2022 | Jul 30, 2022 | Apr 30, 2022 | Jan 29, 2022 | Oct 30, 2021 | Jul 31, 2021 | May 1, 2021 | Jan 30, 2021 | Oct 31, 2020 | Aug 1, 2020 | May 2, 2020 | Jan 31, 2019 | |
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| Operating return on assets (Operating ROA) | 2.95% | 3.56% | 4.46% | 6.38% | 6.38% | 6.00% | 5.06% | 4.37% | 4.39% | 5.77% | 8.15% | 9.79% | 10.18% | 9.70% | 11.19% | 11.58% | 10.93% | 11.07% | 7.59% | 5.03% |
| Return on assets (ROA) | 1.49% | 2.48% | 2.74% | 4.08% | 4.55% | 3.87% | 3.50% | 3.23% | 3.02% | 4.06% | 8.59% | 10.01% | 10.28% | 9.92% | 8.34% | 8.46% | 7.95% | 7.85% | 4.93% | -10.37% |
| Return on total capital | 4.35% | 5.07% | 6.47% | 8.73% | 9.37% | 8.82% | 7.52% | 6.45% | 6.08% | 7.71% | 10.65% | 12.44% | 13.38% | 12.50% | 18.14% | 14.75% | 14.39% | 18.49% | 13.13% | 6.85% |
| Return on equity (ROE) | 2.98% | 4.78% | 5.33% | 7.80% | 8.95% | 7.51% | 6.95% | 6.46% | 5.64% | 7.45% | 15.33% | 17.43% | 16.56% | 15.79% | 13.58% | 13.70% | 13.25% | 13.11% | 8.48% | -18.26% |
Ciena Corp's profitability ratios have shown fluctuating trends over the past several quarters.
Operating return on assets (Operating ROA) has ranged from 2.95% to 11.58%, with a recent increasing trend. This ratio measures the company's operating profit generated per dollar of total assets.
Return on assets (ROA) has varied between 1.49% and 11.07%, with a notable improvement in recent quarters. ROA indicates the company's overall ability to generate profit from its assets.
Return on total capital has been between 4.35% and 18.49%, showcasing the return earned on the total capital employed in the business. The ratio has shown a positive trend in the most recent periods.
Return on equity (ROE) has fluctuated from 2.98% to 17.43%, with a recent upward trend. ROE reflects the return earned on the shareholders' equity investment in the company.
Overall, Ciena Corp's profitability ratios exhibit varying performance levels over time, with indications of improvement in the most recent quarters. Further analysis of the company's financial statements and business operations would provide additional insights into its profitability trends and potential for sustained growth.