Edgewell Personal Care Co (EPC)

Net profit margin

Sep 30, 2023 Sep 30, 2022 Sep 30, 2021 Sep 30, 2020 Sep 30, 2019
Net income US$ in thousands 114,700 99,500 117,800 67,600 -372,200
Revenue US$ in thousands 2,251,600 2,171,700 2,087,300 1,949,700 2,141,000
Net profit margin 5.09% 4.58% 5.64% 3.47% -17.38%

September 30, 2023 calculation

Net profit margin = Net income ÷ Revenue
= $114,700K ÷ $2,251,600K
= 5.09%

The net profit margin of Edgewell Personal Care Co has exhibited variability over the past five years. In 2023, the net profit margin stood at 5.09%, reflecting a slight increase from the previous year. This indicates that the company generated $0.0509 in net profit for every dollar of sales. The improvement in net profit margin suggests efficient cost management or the realization of higher selling prices. In 2022, the net profit margin was 4.54%, marking a decrease from the prior year, indicating potentially higher expenses or lower revenue generation efficiency. However, in 2021, the net profit margin showed an improvement, reaching 5.61%, which could signify effective cost control measures or increased sales volume. In 2020, the net profit margin was 3.47%, showcasing a moderate performance. Notably, in 2019, the company reported a negative net profit margin of -17.38%, signifying that expenses outweighed the revenue generated. Overall, the trend in the net profit margin suggests fluctuations in the company's profitability and efficiency in managing costs and revenue generation.


Peer comparison

Sep 30, 2023

Company name
Symbol
Net profit margin
Edgewell Personal Care Co
EPC
5.09%
Energizer Holdings Inc
ENR
5.03%
Integer Holdings Corp
ITGR
5.91%
Novanta Inc
NOVT
8.28%