Edgewell Personal Care Co (EPC)
Operating profit margin
| Sep 30, 2024 | Sep 30, 2023 | Sep 30, 2022 | Sep 30, 2021 | Sep 30, 2020 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating income | US$ in thousands | 199,300 | 227,000 | 182,300 | 239,900 | 176,000 |
| Revenue | US$ in thousands | 2,253,700 | 2,251,600 | 2,171,700 | 2,087,300 | 1,949,700 |
| Operating profit margin | 8.84% | 10.08% | 8.39% | 11.49% | 9.03% |
September 30, 2024 calculation
Operating profit margin = Operating income ÷ Revenue
= $199,300K ÷ $2,253,700K
= 8.84%
The operating profit margin of Edgewell Personal Care Co has fluctuated over the past five years, as evidenced by the data provided. The trend shows a peak in operating profit margin in the fiscal year ending September 30, 2021, at 11.49%, indicating a strong performance in generating profits from its core operations. However, there was a slight decline in the operating profit margin in the following year ending September 30, 2022, to 8.39%.
In the most recent fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, the operating profit margin improved to 8.84%, although it was still below the levels seen in 2021 and 2023. This improvement suggests some level of efficiency in managing operating expenses relative to revenue. The average operating profit margin over the five-year period was approximately 9.57%, indicating a moderate level of profitability in relation to sales.
It is essential for Edgewell Personal Care Co to closely monitor and manage its operating expenses to ensure sustained profitability and potentially increase the operating profit margin in the future. Additionally, factors impacting the margins, such as pricing strategies, cost control measures, and operational efficiency, should be carefully evaluated to optimize profitability.
Peer comparison
Sep 30, 2024