eBay Inc (EBAY)
Profitability ratios
Return on sales
| Dec 31, 2024 | Sep 30, 2024 | Jun 30, 2024 | Mar 31, 2024 | Dec 31, 2023 | Sep 30, 2023 | Jun 30, 2023 | Mar 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Sep 30, 2022 | Jun 30, 2022 | Mar 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Sep 30, 2021 | Jun 30, 2021 | Mar 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | Sep 30, 2020 | Jun 30, 2020 | Mar 31, 2020 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gross profit margin | 71.99% | 72.04% | 72.05% | 72.13% | 72.00% | 72.13% | 72.37% | 72.60% | 72.64% | 72.79% | 72.81% | 73.38% | 74.57% | 74.73% | 76.05% | 77.79% | 77.70% | 78.55% | 77.60% | 76.36% |
| Operating profit margin | 22.54% | 22.25% | 21.04% | 20.80% | 20.18% | 20.83% | 22.22% | 22.56% | 23.99% | 24.98% | 25.62% | 27.02% | 28.05% | 27.28% | 27.91% | 29.15% | 27.81% | 27.34% | 25.14% | 22.74% |
| Pretax margin | 22.15% | 26.25% | 34.93% | 34.62% | 36.70% | 34.84% | 18.01% | 7.92% | -16.35% | -36.28% | -30.97% | -19.24% | 3.82% | 24.99% | 28.66% | 34.99% | 35.20% | 30.39% | 25.73% | 20.87% |
| Net profit margin | 19.21% | 19.70% | 26.44% | 26.00% | 27.39% | 26.99% | 13.49% | 6.51% | -12.96% | 0.28% | 3.60% | 113.26% | 130.60% | 116.95% | 123.50% | 28.67% | 59.08% | 56.34% | 53.62% | 49.49% |
Based on the provided data, here is a detailed analysis of eBay Inc profitability ratios over several quarters:
1. Gross Profit Margin:
- eBay's gross profit margin has shown a declining trend from 76.36% in March 2020 to 71.99% in December 2024. This indicates a reduction in the percentage of revenue retained after accounting for the cost of goods sold.
2. Operating Profit Margin:
- The operating profit margin fluctuated over the quarters, with a peak at 29.15% in March 2021 and a low of 20.18% in December 2023. Despite some fluctuations, there is a general downward trend, reflecting challenges in controlling operating expenses relative to revenue.
3. Pretax Margin:
- eBay's pretax margin experienced significant fluctuations, with positive margins in early periods turning negative in the middle quarters of 2022, before recovering to positive levels. The company faced profitability challenges in mid-2022 due to declining revenue or increased expenses.
4. Net Profit Margin:
- The net profit margin also exhibited considerable volatility, with some exceptionally high margins in June and September 2021, followed by significant declines and a mix of positive and negative margins. This indicates fluctuations in profitability after accounting for all expenses, including taxes.
In summary, eBay's profitability ratios have shown both upward and downward trends over the quarters, reflecting the company's ability to manage costs, generate revenue, and navigate through periods of volatility in the marketplace. Investors and stakeholders should closely monitor these ratios to assess the company's overall financial performance and sustainability.
Return on investment
| Dec 31, 2024 | Sep 30, 2024 | Jun 30, 2024 | Mar 31, 2024 | Dec 31, 2023 | Sep 30, 2023 | Jun 30, 2023 | Mar 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Sep 30, 2022 | Jun 30, 2022 | Mar 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Sep 30, 2021 | Jun 30, 2021 | Mar 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | Sep 30, 2020 | Jun 30, 2020 | Mar 31, 2020 | |
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| Operating return on assets (Operating ROA) | 11.97% | 11.46% | 10.51% | 9.86% | 9.43% | 9.89% | 11.07% | 11.08% | 11.27% | 12.95% | 13.06% | 12.07% | 10.98% | 9.95% | 9.15% | 15.72% | 13.82% | 14.17% | 11.77% | 11.36% |
| Return on assets (ROA) | 10.20% | 10.14% | 13.21% | 12.32% | 12.80% | 12.82% | 6.72% | 3.19% | -6.09% | 0.15% | 1.84% | 50.59% | 51.11% | 42.67% | 40.49% | 15.46% | 29.35% | 29.19% | 25.10% | 24.72% |
| Return on total capital | 49.19% | 43.58% | 58.43% | 50.77% | 52.86% | 58.30% | 32.04% | 11.92% | -34.06% | -80.12% | -64.51% | -31.57% | 1.81% | 31.69% | 28.03% | 104.88% | 104.30% | 96.13% | 87.97% | 110.97% |
| Return on equity (ROE) | 38.29% | 37.27% | 48.71% | 42.05% | 43.26% | 46.02% | 25.46% | 11.86% | -24.63% | 0.58% | 6.89% | 164.81% | 139.17% | 114.06% | 98.99% | 76.82% | 159.14% | 184.18% | 173.12% | 221.28% |
Based on the provided data on eBay Inc's profitability ratios:
1. Operating Return on Assets (Operating ROA):
- The Operating ROA has shown some fluctuations over the quarters but generally indicates that eBay is generating a positive return from its operating activities. The ratios ranged from a low of 9.15% in June 2021 to a high of 15.72% in March 2021.
2. Return on Assets (ROA):
- The ROA also displays variability, with significant shifts from negative figures to positive percentages. The company experienced a remarkable increase in ROA from September 2020 to December 2021, peaking at 51.11%. However, there was a decline in profitability in the following quarters.
3. Return on Total Capital:
- The Return on Total Capital illustrates the company's ability to generate returns for both equity and debt providers. While there were periods of negative returns, especially in the first half of 2022, eBay's profitability improved in later quarters, indicating a positive trend.
4. Return on Equity (ROE):
- The Return on Equity demonstrates how effectively eBay is utilizing shareholders' equity to generate profits. Similar to other ratios, there were fluctuations, with highs in March 2020 (221.28%) and December 2021 (139.17%), and lows in June 2022 (6.89%) and September 2022 (0.58%).
Overall, eBay Inc's profitability ratios show a mix of performance. The company experienced highs and lows in profitability, with some quarters demonstrating strong returns while others indicated challenges. It is essential for investors and stakeholders to closely monitor these ratios to assess eBay's financial performance and sustainability over time.