Dolby Laboratories (DLB)

Net profit margin

Sep 30, 2024 Sep 30, 2023 Sep 30, 2022 Sep 30, 2021 Sep 30, 2020
Net income US$ in thousands 261,825 200,656 184,087 310,227 231,363
Revenue US$ in thousands 1,273,720 1,299,740 1,253,790 1,281,260 1,161,790
Net profit margin 20.56% 15.44% 14.68% 24.21% 19.91%

September 30, 2024 calculation

Net profit margin = Net income ÷ Revenue
= $261,825K ÷ $1,273,720K
= 20.56%

The net profit margin of Dolby Laboratories has shown fluctuations over the past five years. In 2024, the net profit margin improved to 20.56% from 15.44% in 2023, indicating an increase in profitability. However, compared to 2021, when the net profit margin was 24.21%, there was a slight decline in profitability. Despite this, the company's net profit margin has generally remained above 14% in recent years, reflecting a consistent ability to generate profits relative to its revenue. Overall, the trend suggests that Dolby Laboratories has been able to maintain a healthy level of profitability over the analyzed period.


Peer comparison

Sep 30, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Net profit margin
Dolby Laboratories
DLB
20.56%
InterDigital Inc
IDCC
41.41%
Marathon Digital Holdings Inc
MARA
67.40%