eBay Inc (EBAY)

Net profit margin

		Dec 31, 2024	Dec 31, 2023	Dec 31, 2022	Dec 31, 2021	Dec 31, 2020
Net income	US$ in thousands	1,975,000	2,767,000	-1,269,000	13,608,000	5,667,000
Revenue	US$ in thousands	10,283,000	10,112,000	9,795,000	10,420,000	8,894,000
Net profit margin		19.21%	27.36%	-12.96%	130.60%	63.72%

December 31, 2024 calculation

Net profit margin = Net income ÷ Revenue
= $1,975,000K ÷ $10,283,000K
= 19.21%

Based on the data provided, the net profit margin of eBay Inc has shown significant fluctuations over the years.

In December 2020, the net profit margin was reported at a high level of 63.72%, indicating that eBay was able to generate a substantial profit relative to its revenue during that period. This strong performance continued into December 2021, where the net profit margin surged to 130.60%, suggesting a remarkable improvement in profitability.

However, there was a notable downturn in December 2022, with the net profit margin plunging to -12.96%, indicating that eBay experienced a loss in that particular period. This negative profitability could be attributed to various factors such as increased expenses or a decline in revenue.

Subsequently, in December 2023, the net profit margin recovered to 27.36%, signifying a return to positive profitability. Despite the improvement, the margin was still lower compared to previous years.

By December 2024, the net profit margin stood at 19.21%, indicating a moderate level of profitability for eBay Inc. Overall, the fluctuating trend in net profit margin over the years suggests that eBay has experienced varying levels of success in translating its revenue into profit, and continuous monitoring and analysis of financial performance are recommended to ensure sustainable growth and profitability.