California Water Service Group (CWT)

Operating profit margin

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Operating income US$ in thousands 225,054 77,135 127,660 126,170 136,666
Revenue US$ in thousands 1,036,810 794,632 846,431 790,909 794,307
Operating profit margin 21.71% 9.71% 15.08% 15.95% 17.21%

December 31, 2024 calculation

Operating profit margin = Operating income ÷ Revenue
= $225,054K ÷ $1,036,810K
= 21.71%

California Water Service Group's operating profit margin has shown some fluctuations over the years. In 2020, the operating profit margin was 17.21%, which decreased slightly to 15.95% in 2021. The trend continued with a further decrease to 15.08% in 2022.

However, in 2023, there was a significant drop in the operating profit margin to 9.71%, indicating a possible challenge or issue impacting the company's profitability during that year.

The situation improved dramatically in 2024, with the operating profit margin rebounding to 21.71%, showing a strong recovery and potentially effective management actions taken to enhance profitability.

Overall, the operating profit margin of California Water Service Group has displayed variability, with fluctuations suggesting a mix of challenges and successes in managing operational efficiency and profitability during the analyzed period.