HCA Holdings Inc (HCA)

Operating profit margin

Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019
Operating income US$ in thousands 21,608,000 20,223,000 20,892,000 15,422,000 15,352,000
Revenue US$ in thousands 64,968,000 60,233,000 58,752,000 51,533,000 51,336,000
Operating profit margin 33.26% 33.57% 35.56% 29.93% 29.90%

December 31, 2023 calculation

Operating profit margin = Operating income ÷ Revenue
= $21,608,000K ÷ $64,968,000K
= 33.26%

Operating profit margin is a key financial ratio that provides insights into a company's ability to generate profits from its core operations. For HCA Healthcare Inc, the operating profit margin has fluctuated over the past five years. In 2023, the operating profit margin decreased slightly to 14.82% compared to 15.03% in 2022. However, this still reflects a healthy level of profitability.

Looking at the trend over the five-year period, the operating profit margin reached its peak in 2021 at 16.47% before declining in 2022 and 2023. Despite some fluctuations, the company has been able to maintain relatively stable operating profit margins above 14% during this period.

It is important to note that while the operating profit margin gives an indication of operational efficiency and profitability, other factors such as cost management, revenue growth, and overall economic conditions can also impact the company's financial performance. Further analysis and comparison with industry benchmarks may provide additional insights into HCA Healthcare Inc's operating profit margin performance.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2023

Company name
Symbol
Operating profit margin
HCA Holdings Inc
HCA
33.26%
Tenet Healthcare Corporation
THC
12.77%
Universal Health Services Inc
UHS
8.35%

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HCA Holdings Inc Operating Profit Margin