Corteva Inc (CTVA)

Operating profit margin

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Operating income US$ in thousands 2,096,000 941,000 1,892,000 1,317,000 1,055,000
Revenue US$ in thousands 16,908,000 17,226,000 17,455,000 15,655,000 14,217,000
Operating profit margin 12.40% 5.46% 10.84% 8.41% 7.42%

December 31, 2024 calculation

Operating profit margin = Operating income ÷ Revenue
= $2,096,000K ÷ $16,908,000K
= 12.40%

The operating profit margin of Corteva Inc has shown fluctuations over the past five years. In December 2020, the operating profit margin was 7.42%, indicating that the company was generating a profit of $0.0742 for every dollar of sales.

By December 2021, the operating profit margin improved to 8.41%, suggesting a more efficient cost management or increased revenue generation. The trend continued into December 2022, with the operating profit margin further increasing to 10.84%, signaling improved profitability for the company.

However, in December 2023, there was a significant drop in the operating profit margin to 5.46%, indicating a decline in profitability, possibly due to higher operating expenses or lower revenue compared to the previous years.

The most recent data point in December 2024 shows a notable rebound in the operating profit margin to 12.40%, reflecting a strong performance and improved profitability for Corteva Inc. Overall, while there have been fluctuations in the operating profit margin, the company has managed to achieve a healthy margin in recent years, demonstrating its ability to effectively manage costs and generate profits from its operations.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Operating profit margin
Corteva Inc
CTVA
12.40%
Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc
FDP
4.59%