Greenbrier Companies Inc (GBX)
Profitability ratios
Return on sales
| Feb 29, 2024 | Nov 30, 2023 | Aug 31, 2023 | May 31, 2023 | Feb 28, 2023 | Nov 30, 2022 | Aug 31, 2022 | May 31, 2022 | Feb 28, 2022 | Nov 30, 2021 | Aug 31, 2021 | May 31, 2021 | Feb 28, 2021 | Nov 30, 2020 | Aug 31, 2020 | May 31, 2020 | Feb 29, 2020 | Nov 30, 2019 | Aug 31, 2019 | May 31, 2019 | |
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| Gross profit margin | 13.37% | 12.36% | 11.18% | 11.39% | 10.73% | 10.27% | 10.28% | 10.54% | 12.08% | 12.58% | 13.25% | 11.24% | 11.10% | 12.43% | 12.65% | 13.67% | 13.23% | 12.07% | 12.08% | 12.06% |
| Operating profit margin | 6.50% | 6.17% | 4.47% | 4.51% | 3.95% | 3.18% | 3.96% | 3.80% | 4.63% | 2.90% | 2.35% | 1.08% | 2.88% | 5.13% | 6.03% | 7.28% | 6.63% | 5.92% | 6.07% | 5.94% |
| Pretax margin | 3.93% | 3.73% | 2.21% | 2.19% | 1.76% | 1.10% | 2.18% | 2.17% | 2.88% | 0.99% | -0.45% | -1.86% | 0.30% | 2.40% | 3.19% | 4.54% | 3.65% | 3.10% | 3.71% | 3.61% |
| Net profit margin | 2.97% | 2.77% | 1.58% | 1.49% | 1.09% | 0.61% | 1.58% | 2.22% | 3.29% | 2.80% | 1.85% | 0.03% | 0.41% | 1.29% | 1.75% | 2.74% | 2.26% | 1.90% | 2.34% | 2.38% |
The profitability ratios of Greenbrier Companies Inc have shown varying trends over the past few quarters. The gross profit margin has generally been around the low double-digit range, with a slight increase in the most recent quarter. The operating profit margin has also displayed improvement, showing a steady upward trend over the period. The pretax margin has fluctuated, but there has been an overall increase in profitability.
However, the net profit margin, though showing some improvement in recent quarters, has been fluctuating and is relatively lower compared to the company's gross and operating profit margins. This suggests that Greenbrier Companies Inc may be facing challenges in controlling expenses or managing other costs that impact their bottom line profitability.
In conclusion, while Greenbrier Companies Inc has seen improvements in its profitability ratios, particularly in the operating profit margin, there is room for further optimization to enhance overall profitability and efficiency in the long term.
Return on investment
| Feb 29, 2024 | Nov 30, 2023 | Aug 31, 2023 | May 31, 2023 | Feb 28, 2023 | Nov 30, 2022 | Aug 31, 2022 | May 31, 2022 | Feb 28, 2022 | Nov 30, 2021 | Aug 31, 2021 | May 31, 2021 | Feb 28, 2021 | Nov 30, 2020 | Aug 31, 2020 | May 31, 2020 | Feb 29, 2020 | Nov 30, 2019 | Aug 31, 2019 | May 31, 2019 | |
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| Operating return on assets (Operating ROA) | 5.99% | 6.13% | 4.43% | 4.45% | 3.63% | 2.66% | 3.06% | 2.69% | 2.93% | 1.58% | 1.21% | 0.60% | 1.97% | 4.09% | 5.31% | 6.81% | 7.12% | 6.42% | 6.16% | 6.64% |
| Return on assets (ROA) | 2.74% | 2.75% | 1.57% | 1.48% | 1.00% | 0.51% | 1.22% | 1.58% | 2.08% | 1.53% | 0.95% | 0.02% | 0.28% | 1.03% | 1.54% | 2.57% | 2.43% | 2.06% | 2.38% | 2.66% |
| Return on total capital | 18.63% | 19.32% | 8.16% | 14.17% | 11.24% | 8.01% | 5.50% | 7.85% | 8.45% | 4.44% | 2.28% | 1.09% | 4.76% | 9.73% | 9.40% | 17.31% | 16.31% | 14.78% | 10.24% | 13.22% |
| Return on equity (ROE) | 8.52% | 8.67% | 4.98% | 4.70% | 3.11% | 1.53% | 3.67% | 4.60% | 5.99% | 4.29% | 2.47% | 0.04% | 0.68% | 2.44% | 3.79% | 6.52% | 5.57% | 4.74% | 5.57% | 5.30% |
Greenbrier Companies Inc's profitability ratios have shown fluctuations over the past few quarters. The Operating Return on Assets (Operating ROA) has been trending upwards, indicating that the company is becoming more efficient in generating profits from its assets. Similarly, the Return on Assets (ROA) also shows an increasing trend, suggesting improvement in the company's ability to generate profits relative to its total assets.
The Return on Total Capital has been volatile, with significant fluctuations observed across different quarters. This ratio reflects the company's overall profitability from both debt and equity financing. The Return on Equity (ROE) has also shown variability, with fluctuations in profitability relative to shareholders' equity.
Overall, the profitability ratios of Greenbrier Companies Inc indicate a mixed performance, with some improvements in efficiency and profitability seen in recent quarters, although there are fluctuations to be mindful of. Monitoring these ratios over time can help assess the company's financial performance and sustainability.