Flowers Foods Inc (FLO)

Gross profit margin

Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019
Gross profit US$ in thousands 305,055 419,776 403,115 436,941 333,282
Revenue US$ in thousands 5,090,830 4,805,820 4,330,770 4,387,990 4,123,970
Gross profit margin 5.99% 8.73% 9.31% 9.96% 8.08%

December 31, 2023 calculation

Gross profit margin = Gross profit ÷ Revenue
= $305,055K ÷ $5,090,830K
= 5.99%

Flowers Foods Inc's gross profit margin has experienced fluctuations over the past five years. The margin decreased from 8.08% in 2019 to 5.99% in 2023, indicating a decline in profitability. This may raise concerns regarding the company's cost management or pricing strategies. The trend shows a general downward trajectory with occasional fluctuations, suggesting potential challenges in maintaining profitability in a competitive market environment. Further analysis of the company's cost structure and pricing policies could provide insights into the factors influencing the gross profit margin trend.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2023