Catalent Inc (CTLT)

Net profit margin

		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	Dec 31, 2019
Net income (ttm)	US$ in thousands	-413,000	-1,043,000	-1,176,000	-1,302,000	-1,016,000	-257,000	21,000	389,000	406,000	499,000	513,000	604,000	595,000	584,000	556,200	345,100	302,600	220,700	137,600	148,400
Revenue (ttm)	US$ in thousands	4,422,000	4,381,000	4,135,000	4,098,000	4,223,000	4,263,000	4,495,000	4,731,000	4,799,000	4,802,000	4,703,000	4,483,000	4,177,000	3,998,000	5,904,000	5,611,600	5,422,000	5,240,700	2,872,400	2,729,300
Net profit margin		-9.34%	-23.81%	-28.44%	-31.77%	-24.06%	-6.03%	0.47%	8.22%	8.46%	10.39%	10.91%	13.47%	14.24%	14.61%	9.42%	6.15%	5.58%	4.21%	4.79%	5.44%

September 30, 2024 calculation

Net profit margin = Net income (ttm) ÷ Revenue (ttm)
= $-413,000K ÷ $4,422,000K
= -9.34%

The net profit margin of Catalent Inc has shown significant variability over the past few quarters, ranging from a low of -31.77% in December 2023 to a high of 14.61% in March 2021. The trend indicates fluctuations in the company's ability to generate profit from its revenue during this period.

In the most recent quarter, the net profit margin was -9.34%, reflecting a negative profitability for the company. This may be a cause for concern as it suggests that the company's expenses are outpacing its revenues, resulting in a loss for the period.

It is important for Catalent Inc to monitor and manage its expenses effectively to improve its profitability and return to positive net profit margins in the future. This could involve reviewing cost structures, optimizing operational efficiency, and potentially exploring new revenue streams to enhance overall financial performance.