Curtiss-Wright Corporation (CW)

Gross profit margin

Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019
Gross profit US$ in thousands 1,067,180 954,609 933,356 841,227 898,745
Revenue US$ in thousands 2,796,860 2,510,060 2,464,460 2,391,340 2,487,960
Gross profit margin 38.16% 38.03% 37.87% 35.18% 36.12%

December 31, 2023 calculation

Gross profit margin = Gross profit ÷ Revenue
= $1,067,180K ÷ $2,796,860K
= 38.16%

Curtiss-Wright Corp.'s gross profit margin has shown a relatively stable trend over the past five years. The margin has ranged between 35.18% and 37.51%, indicating consistency in the company's ability to generate revenue after accounting for the cost of goods sold. This suggests that Curtiss-Wright has effectively managed its production costs and pricing strategies to maintain a healthy gross profit margin. Additionally, the gradual improvement in the margin from 35.18% in 2020 to 37.51% in 2023 reflects a positive trend in the company's operational efficiency and profitability. Overall, the consistent and modestly improving gross profit margin indicates good financial health and performance for Curtiss-Wright Corp.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2023

Company name
Symbol
Gross profit margin
Curtiss-Wright Corporation
CW
38.16%
Eaton Corporation PLC
ETN
36.11%
Enerpac Tool Group Corp
EPAC
51.06%