Fortune Brands Innovations Inc. (FBIN)

Gross profit margin

Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019
Gross profit US$ in thousands 614,900 1,932,900 1,960,500 2,164,400 2,052,400
Revenue US$ in thousands 4,626,200 4,723,000 4,801,100 3,621,300 5,764,600
Gross profit margin 13.29% 40.93% 40.83% 59.77% 35.60%

December 31, 2023 calculation

Gross profit margin = Gross profit ÷ Revenue
= $614,900K ÷ $4,626,200K
= 13.29%

The gross profit margin of Fortune Brands Innovations Inc. has exhibited significant fluctuations over the past five years, with a noticeable decline from 2019 to 2020, followed by fluctuations in subsequent years. The gross profit margin plummeted from 59.77% in 2020 to 35.60% in 2019 before rebounding to 40.83% in 2021 and 40.93% in 2022, indicating some level of stabilization. However, the margin experienced another decline in 2023, dropping to 13.29%.

The substantial drop in gross profit margin from 2019 to 2020 suggests potential challenges in managing cost structures or pricing strategies during that period. The subsequent recovery in 2021 and 2022 might indicate successful efforts to address the issues that led to the decline. However, the sharp decrease in 2023 raises concerns about the company's ability to maintain consistent profitability, potentially indicating ongoing cost pressures or pricing challenges.

Overall, the fluctuating gross profit margin of Fortune Brands Innovations Inc. highlights the importance of closely monitoring factors affecting profitability, such as cost control measures, pricing strategies, and operational efficiency, to ensure sustainable and competitive performance in the market.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2023

Company name
Symbol
Gross profit margin
Fortune Brands Innovations Inc.
FBIN
13.29%
Installed Building Products Inc
IBP
33.93%
Lennar Corporation
LEN
99.00%