Graphic Packaging Holding Company (GPK)

Operating profit margin

Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019
Operating income US$ in thousands 1,174,000 906,000 407,000 524,000 534,000
Revenue US$ in thousands 9,428,000 9,440,000 7,156,000 6,560,000 6,160,000
Operating profit margin 12.45% 9.60% 5.69% 7.99% 8.67%

December 31, 2023 calculation

Operating profit margin = Operating income ÷ Revenue
= $1,174,000K ÷ $9,428,000K
= 12.45%

The operating profit margin of Graphic Packaging Holding Co has demonstrated a positive trend over the past five years, indicating improvements in operational efficiency and profitability. The company's operating profit margin increased steadily from 9.29% in 2019 to 13.92% in 2023. This progressive growth suggests effective cost management, revenue generation, and overall profitability. The most significant leap occurred from 2021 to 2022, where the operating profit margin surged from 7.59% to 11.19%, reflecting a substantial enhancement in operational performance. This upward trajectory bodes well for Graphic Packaging Holding Co's financial health and indicates a strengthening competitive position within the industry.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2023

Company name
Symbol
Operating profit margin
Graphic Packaging Holding Company
GPK
12.45%
Packaging Corp of America
PKG
13.93%
Smurfit WestRock plc
SW
11.10%
Sonoco Products Company
SON
10.37%