Edgewell Personal Care Co (EPC)
Gross profit margin
| Sep 30, 2024 | Sep 30, 2023 | Sep 30, 2022 | Sep 30, 2021 | Sep 30, 2020 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gross profit | US$ in thousands | 955,700 | 940,800 | 880,500 | 951,200 | 880,900 |
| Revenue | US$ in thousands | 2,253,700 | 2,251,600 | 2,171,700 | 2,087,300 | 1,949,700 |
| Gross profit margin | 42.41% | 41.78% | 40.54% | 45.57% | 45.18% |
September 30, 2024 calculation
Gross profit margin = Gross profit ÷ Revenue
= $955,700K ÷ $2,253,700K
= 42.41%
The gross profit margin of Edgewell Personal Care Co has demonstrated fluctuations over the past five years. The trend shows a slight increase from 40.54% in September 2022 to 42.41% in September 2024. However, it is worth noting that the gross profit margin was notably higher in September 2021 and 2020, at 45.57% and 45.18% respectively.
These fluctuations in the gross profit margin indicate variability in the efficiency of the company's production process and the effectiveness of its cost management strategies over the years. A higher gross profit margin implies that Edgewell Personal Care Co is able to generate more profit from its core business operations after accounting for the cost of goods sold.
Further analysis and comparison with industry benchmarks could provide additional insights into the company's performance and competitiveness in the personal care market.
Peer comparison
Sep 30, 2024