Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc (FCX)

Operating profit margin

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Operating income US$ in thousands 6,864,000 6,225,000 7,037,000 8,366,000 2,437,000
Revenue US$ in thousands 25,455,000 22,855,000 22,780,000 22,845,000 14,198,000
Operating profit margin 26.97% 27.24% 30.89% 36.62% 17.16%

December 31, 2024 calculation

Operating profit margin = Operating income ÷ Revenue
= $6,864,000K ÷ $25,455,000K
= 26.97%

The operating profit margin of Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc has shown fluctuations over the years based on the provided data.

In December 31, 2020, the company's operating profit margin was 17.16%, indicating that for every dollar of revenue generated, the company retained 17.16 cents as operating profit after accounting for operating expenses.

By December 31, 2021, the operating profit margin significantly improved to 36.62%, reflecting a substantial increase in operational efficiency and profitability.

Although there was a slight decrease in the operating profit margin to 30.89% by December 31, 2022, the company maintained a healthy margin level, indicating effective cost management and revenue generation strategies.

By December 31, 2023, the operating profit margin further declined to 27.24%, suggesting a reduction in profitability relative to the previous year. This could be due to various factors such as increased operating expenses or changes in market conditions.

In the most recent year ending December 31, 2024, the operating profit margin decreased slightly to 26.97%. While still at a respectable level, this consecutive decline may warrant further analysis to understand the underlying reasons driving this trend and its potential implications for the company's financial performance.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Operating profit margin
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc
FCX
26.97%
Cleveland-Cliffs Inc
CLF
-3.94%
MP Materials Corp
MP
-83.11%

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Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc Operating Profit Margin