Darling Ingredients Inc (DAR)

Operating profit margin

Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019
Operating income US$ in thousands 949,726 1,029,070 884,470 430,936 475,821
Revenue US$ in thousands 6,543,760 6,399,860 4,676,920 3,496,520 3,274,760
Operating profit margin 14.51% 16.08% 18.91% 12.32% 14.53%

December 31, 2023 calculation

Operating profit margin = Operating income ÷ Revenue
= $949,726K ÷ $6,543,760K
= 14.51%

Darling Ingredients Inc's operating profit margin has shown some fluctuations over the past five years. In 2021, the operating profit margin was at its peak of 18.91%, indicating strong operational efficiency and profitability. However, the margin declined in 2022 to 16.08% before dropping further to 14.51% in 2023.

Despite the recent decreases, the company's operating profit margin in 2023 remains relatively healthy, demonstrating its ability to generate profits from its core operations. It is important for stakeholders to closely monitor the trend in the operating profit margin to assess the company's overall financial performance and efficiency in utilizing its resources.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2023

Company name
Symbol
Operating profit margin
Darling Ingredients Inc
DAR
14.51%
Archer-Daniels-Midland Company
ADM
3.47%
Bunge Limited
BG
4.81%