Helen of Troy Ltd (HELE)
Operating profit margin
| Feb 28, 2025 | Feb 29, 2024 | Feb 28, 2023 | Feb 28, 2022 | Feb 28, 2021 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating income | US$ in thousands | 142,748 | 260,589 | 211,791 | 272,550 | 281,488 |
| Revenue | US$ in thousands | 1,907,660 | 2,005,050 | 2,072,670 | 2,223,360 | 2,098,800 |
| Operating profit margin | 7.48% | 13.00% | 10.22% | 12.26% | 13.41% |
February 28, 2025 calculation
Operating profit margin = Operating income ÷ Revenue
= $142,748K ÷ $1,907,660K
= 7.48%
Based on the data provided for Helen of Troy Ltd, the operating profit margin has exhibited fluctuations over the past five years.
In February 2021, the operating profit margin stood at 13.41%, showing a solid profitability level. However, there was a decrease to 12.26% by February 2022, indicating a slight decline in profitability. The trend continued as the operating profit margin decreased further to 10.22% by February 2023, suggesting potential challenges in managing costs or generating revenue.
There was a rebound in profitability by February 2024, with the operating profit margin increasing to 13.00%, signifying an improvement in operational efficiency. Nonetheless, the operating profit margin dropped significantly to 7.48% by February 2025, reflecting a substantial decrease in profitability.
Overall, the fluctuating trend in the operating profit margin for Helen of Troy Ltd raises concerns about the company's ability to maintain consistent profitability levels. Further analysis and investigation into the factors influencing these fluctuations may be necessary to address any underlying issues impacting the company's financial performance.