Frontier Communications Parent Inc (FYBR)
Profitability ratios
Return on sales
| Dec 31, 2023 | Sep 30, 2023 | Jun 30, 2023 | Mar 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Sep 30, 2022 | Jun 30, 2022 | Mar 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Jun 30, 2021 | Mar 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | Sep 30, 2020 | Jun 30, 2020 | Mar 31, 2020 | Dec 31, 2019 | Sep 30, 2019 | Jun 30, 2019 | Mar 31, 2019 | Dec 31, 2018 | |
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| Gross profit margin | 27.14% | 45.02% | 37.75% | 30.52% | 23.52% | -1.27% | -1.14% | 14.90% | 40.44% | 57.78% | 75.36% | 76.73% | 77.51% | 73.87% | 5.14% | 7.51% | 1.81% | -2.87% | 57.41% | 53.30% |
| Operating profit margin | 8.56% | 8.82% | 9.76% | 10.62% | 10.23% | 2.32% | -1.19% | 0.33% | 2.71% | 11.41% | 13.71% | 13.40% | 12.20% | 8.59% | -62.22% | -60.11% | -59.92% | -59.71% | 9.40% | 9.60% |
| Pretax margin | 2.03% | 2.64% | 5.82% | 8.79% | 10.35% | 11.22% | 80.23% | 77.09% | 72.05% | 67.15% | -1.88% | -6.79% | -9.17% | -13.67% | -83.91% | -80.45% | -79.09% | -78.64% | -9.48% | -8.19% |
| Net profit margin | 0.50% | 2.90% | 4.78% | 6.56% | 7.62% | -71.66% | -72.27% | -70.42% | -69.51% | -0.22% | -2.26% | -5.62% | -6.94% | -11.39% | -75.70% | -72.91% | -72.00% | -71.86% | -8.81% | -7.47% |
Frontier Communications Parent Inc's profitability ratios have exhibited some fluctuations over the periods analyzed. The gross profit margin shows varying trends, with a significant increase from negative figures in Sep 2022 and Jun 2022 to positive values in Dec 2022 and subsequent periods, indicating an improvement in the company's ability to generate profits after accounting for the cost of goods sold.
The operating profit margin has also shown fluctuations, with a significant drop in Jun 2022 and Sep 2022, followed by a gradual recovery in subsequent periods. This suggests that Frontier Communications Parent Inc has been able to control its operating expenses to some extent and improve operational efficiency.
The pretax margin indicates the company's profitability before accounting for taxes, showing a mix of positive and negative values. Frontier Communications Parent Inc experienced a notable increase in profitability in Dec 2022, followed by some volatility in the following periods. This could be attributed to fluctuations in revenue and expenses during these periods.
The net profit margin reveals the company's profitability after all expenses, including taxes, have been deducted. Frontier Communications Parent Inc's net profit margin has seen fluctuations, including significant losses in some quarters, potentially due to one-time charges or operational challenges. However, the company has also shown improvement in profitability in certain periods, indicating efforts to enhance overall financial performance.
Overall, Frontier Communications Parent Inc's profitability ratios suggest a mixed performance, with some improvements in profitability margins in certain periods amidst fluctuations and challenges in others. Analyzing these ratios over time can provide insights into the company's financial health and operational efficiency.
Return on investment
| Dec 31, 2023 | Sep 30, 2023 | Jun 30, 2023 | Mar 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Sep 30, 2022 | Jun 30, 2022 | Mar 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Jun 30, 2021 | Mar 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | Sep 30, 2020 | Jun 30, 2020 | Mar 31, 2020 | Dec 31, 2019 | Sep 30, 2019 | Jun 30, 2019 | Mar 31, 2019 | Dec 31, 2018 | |
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| Operating return on assets (Operating ROA) | 2.38% | 2.48% | 2.94% | 3.17% | 3.18% | 0.75% | -0.40% | 0.13% | 1.07% | 5.89% | 5.58% | 5.71% | 5.38% | 3.77% | -28.25% | -27.86% | -28.28% | -28.61% | 3.42% | 3.50% |
| Return on assets (ROA) | 0.14% | 0.81% | 1.44% | 1.95% | 2.37% | -23.11% | -24.30% | -26.40% | -27.54% | -0.12% | -0.92% | -2.39% | -3.06% | -5.00% | -34.37% | -33.80% | -33.98% | -34.44% | -3.21% | -2.72% |
| Return on total capital | 4.66% | 4.53% | 5.97% | 6.92% | 7.66% | 3.54% | 0.91% | 0.59% | 1.23% | 17.49% | 11.52% | 10.63% | 8.65% | 4.56% | -39.35% | -41.86% | -41.17% | -40.37% | 4.06% | 4.63% |
| Return on equity (ROE) | 0.55% | 3.19% | 5.32% | 7.34% | 8.59% | -85.61% | -91.39% | -94.57% | -98.67% | -0.35% | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | -48.86% | -40.19% |
Frontier Communications Parent Inc's profitability ratios have exhibited significant fluctuations over the past few periods.
Operating return on assets (Operating ROA) has ranged from a low of -28.25% to a high of 5.89%. The company experienced a notable decline in Operating ROA in the first quarter of 2020, but it has since shown a mixed trend with some improvement in recent quarters.
Return on assets (ROA) has also varied widely with a range from -34.37% to 2.37%. There were significant negative returns on assets in the past, indicating operational inefficiencies and challenges in generating profits relative to the company's total assets.
Return on total capital displayed fluctuations ranging from -41.86% to 17.49%. The figure has shown volatility, and while it improved in recent quarters, it is crucial for the company to maintain sustainable returns on its invested capital.
Return on equity (ROE) has been equally volatile with a range from -98.67% to 8.59%. The negative returns on equity in some periods suggest that the company's profitability has not been sufficient to provide adequate returns to its shareholders.
Overall, Frontier Communications Parent Inc should focus on enhancing its operational efficiency and profitability to ensure sustainable returns for its investors and stakeholders. Management should closely monitor these ratios and implement strategies to improve profitability and maximize shareholder value in the long term.