Flowserve Corporation (FLS)
Profitability ratios
Return on sales
| Dec 31, 2024 | Dec 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gross profit margin | 31.47% | 30.04% | 27.50% | 29.64% | 29.96% |
| Operating profit margin | 10.14% | 7.72% | 5.46% | 7.65% | 6.71% |
| Pretax margin | 8.47% | 5.18% | 4.27% | 3.77% | 5.01% |
| Net profit margin | 6.20% | 4.32% | 5.22% | 3.56% | 3.50% |
Flowserve Corporation's gross profit margin has shown a slight decline from 2020 to 2022, dropping from 29.96% to 27.50%. However, there was a notable improvement in 2023 and 2024, reaching 30.04% and 31.47%, respectively.
The operating profit margin of the company increased steadily over the years, from 6.71% in 2020 to 10.14% in 2024. This indicates that Flowserve has been able to control its operating expenses effectively while generating stronger operating profits.
Flowserve's pretax margin fluctuated during the period, with a significant increase in 2024 to 8.47%, showing improved profitability before taxes compared to the earlier years.
The net profit margin of Flowserve also experienced fluctuations, with a low of 3.50% in 2020 to a high of 6.20% in 2024. This suggests that the company has managed to enhance its bottom line through better operational efficiency or revenue growth in recent years.
Overall, Flowserve Corporation has shown improvements in its profitability margins over the years, with a notable increase in operating profit margin and net profit margin, indicating better management of costs and increased profitability.
Return on investment
| Dec 31, 2024 | Dec 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating return on assets (Operating ROA) | 8.40% | 6.53% | 4.12% | 5.70% | 4.71% |
| Return on assets (ROA) | 5.14% | 3.66% | 3.94% | 2.65% | 2.45% |
| Return on total capital | 22.69% | 15.01% | 10.99% | 15.82% | 14.45% |
| Return on equity (ROE) | 14.08% | 9.65% | 10.34% | 6.98% | 7.53% |
Flowserve Corporation's profitability ratios show a generally positive trend over the years, indicating improving performance in generating profits relative to its assets, capital, and equity.
- The Operating Return on Assets (Operating ROA) increased from 4.71% in 2020 to 8.40% in 2024, reflecting the company's ability to efficiently generate operating income from its assets.
- The Return on Assets (ROA) also exhibited growth, rising from 2.45% in 2020 to 5.14% in 2024, demonstrating increased profitability relative to its total assets.
- Return on Total Capital saw fluctuations but ended on a strong note at 22.69% in 2024, indicating effective utilization of both equity and debt to generate returns for investors.
- Return on Equity (ROE) fluctuated but generally improved from 7.53% in 2020 to 14.08% in 2024, showing enhanced profitability for shareholders.
Overall, Flowserve Corporation's profitability ratios depict a positive trajectory, suggesting improved operational efficiency and enhanced returns for both investors and stakeholders.