Eaton Corporation PLC (ETN)

Gross profit margin

Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019
Gross profit US$ in thousands 8,345,000 6,697,000 6,821,000 5,600,000 6,892,000
Revenue US$ in thousands 23,107,000 20,562,000 20,114,000 18,008,000 21,230,000
Gross profit margin 36.11% 32.57% 33.91% 31.10% 32.46%

December 31, 2023 calculation

Gross profit margin = Gross profit ÷ Revenue
= $8,345,000K ÷ $23,107,000K
= 36.11%

The gross profit margin of Eaton Corporation plc has shown a positive trend over the past five years, increasing from 32.97% in 2019 to 36.36% in 2023. This indicates an improvement in the company's ability to generate profits from its core business operations. The steady growth in gross profit margin suggests effective cost management strategies and pricing policies implemented by the company. The consistent rise in gross profit margin is generally viewed positively by investors and stakeholders as it reflects the company's efficiency in controlling production costs and maintaining profitability.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2023

Company name
Symbol
Gross profit margin
Eaton Corporation PLC
ETN
36.11%
Curtiss-Wright Corporation
CW
38.16%
Enerpac Tool Group Corp
EPAC
51.06%

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Eaton Corporation PLC Gross Profit Margin