PC Connection Inc (CNXN)

Gross profit margin

Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019
Gross profit US$ in thousands 511,736 526,177 464,579 418,807 451,310
Revenue US$ in thousands 2,850,070 3,124,980 2,892,630 2,590,160 2,819,820
Gross profit margin 17.96% 16.84% 16.06% 16.17% 16.00%

December 31, 2023 calculation

Gross profit margin = Gross profit ÷ Revenue
= $511,736K ÷ $2,850,070K
= 17.96%

The gross profit margin of PC Connection Inc has shown a slight increase over the past five years. In 2023, the gross profit margin improved to 17.96% from 16.84% in 2022. This indicates that the company was able to generate more gross profit for each dollar of revenue in 2023 compared to the previous year.

Although the gross profit margin fluctuated slightly in the preceding years, the overall trend has been positive, reflecting the company's ability to effectively manage its cost of goods sold and pricing strategies. The upward trend suggests improved efficiency in production and operations, which could lead to enhanced profitability and shareholder value in the long term.

Analyzing the gross profit margin allows investors and stakeholders to assess the company's pricing strategy, cost management, and overall financial performance. Continuous monitoring of this ratio can provide valuable insights into the company's competitive position and operational effectiveness in generating profits.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2023

Company name
Symbol
Gross profit margin
PC Connection Inc
CNXN
17.96%
Amazon.com Inc
AMZN
32.16%
CDW Corp
CDW
22.00%
Insight Enterprises Inc
NSIT
18.28%