Greenbrier Companies Inc (GBX)
Operating profit margin
| Aug 31, 2024 | Aug 31, 2023 | Aug 31, 2022 | Aug 31, 2021 | Aug 31, 2020 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating income | US$ in thousands | 324,500 | 176,400 | 118,000 | 41,000 | 168,400 |
| Revenue | US$ in thousands | 3,544,700 | 3,944,000 | 2,977,700 | 1,747,900 | 2,792,200 |
| Operating profit margin | 9.15% | 4.47% | 3.96% | 2.35% | 6.03% |
August 31, 2024 calculation
Operating profit margin = Operating income ÷ Revenue
= $324,500K ÷ $3,544,700K
= 9.15%
Greenbrier Companies Inc's operating profit margin has shown a positive trend over the past five years. The margin increased from 6.03% in 2020 to 9.15% in 2024, indicating an improving profitability for the company. This upward trajectory suggests that Greenbrier has become more efficient in generating profit from its core operations, potentially due to cost controls, revenue growth, or operational efficiencies implemented by the company. The consistent increase in operating profit margin reflects positively on the company's ability to manage its operating expenses and improve its overall profitability over the years.
Peer comparison
Aug 31, 2024