The Gap, Inc. (GAP)

Net profit margin

Feb 1, 2025 Feb 3, 2024 Jan 28, 2023 Jan 29, 2022 Jan 30, 2021
Net income US$ in thousands 844,000 502,000 -202,000 256,000 -665,000
Revenue US$ in thousands 15,086,000 14,889,000 15,616,000 16,670,000 13,800,000
Net profit margin 5.59% 3.37% -1.29% 1.54% -4.82%

February 1, 2025 calculation

Net profit margin = Net income ÷ Revenue
= $844,000K ÷ $15,086,000K
= 5.59%

The net profit margin of The Gap, Inc. has shown fluctuations over the past five years. It was negative at -4.82% on January 30, 2021, indicating that the company had a net loss relative to its revenue during that period. The margin improved to 1.54% on January 29, 2022, signifying a move towards profitability. However, it declined to -1.29% on January 28, 2023, suggesting a return to negative profitability.

There was a significant turnaround on February 3, 2024, with the net profit margin rising to 3.37%, indicating improved profitability for the company. This positive trend continued on February 1, 2025, when the net profit margin further increased to 5.59%, reflecting an even stronger performance in terms of generating profit relative to revenue.

Overall, the upward trend in the net profit margin over the past two years suggests that The Gap, Inc. has been able to enhance its profitability and efficiency in generating profits from its operations. This improvement is a positive sign for the company's financial health and performance.