IQVIA Holdings Inc (IQV)
Profitability ratios
Return on sales
| Dec 31, 2024 | Sep 30, 2024 | Jun 30, 2024 | Mar 31, 2024 | Dec 31, 2023 | Sep 30, 2023 | Jun 30, 2023 | Mar 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Sep 30, 2022 | Jun 30, 2022 | Mar 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Sep 30, 2021 | Jun 30, 2021 | Mar 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | Sep 30, 2020 | Jun 30, 2020 | Mar 31, 2020 | |
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| Gross profit margin | 15.42% | 10.31% | 10.19% | 10.28% | 10.15% | 11.66% | 11.39% | 11.09% | 11.09% | 9.83% | 9.33% | 8.81% | 8.43% | 41.37% | 42.37% | 43.51% | 44.36% | 42.25% | 42.12% | 42.29% |
| Operating profit margin | 14.45% | 13.88% | 13.73% | 14.00% | 13.82% | 13.02% | 13.05% | 12.65% | 12.85% | 13.52% | 12.44% | 11.31% | 10.34% | 9.22% | 8.75% | 7.54% | 6.63% | 5.72% | 5.91% | 7.04% |
| Pretax margin | 10.99% | 9.97% | 10.23% | 9.99% | 10.20% | 9.60% | 9.66% | 9.37% | 9.65% | 10.43% | 9.97% | 9.29% | 8.38% | 7.06% | 6.02% | 4.35% | 3.18% | 2.38% | 2.00% | 2.84% |
| Net profit margin | 9.01% | 9.39% | 9.73% | 9.44% | 9.49% | 7.83% | 7.75% | 7.52% | 7.79% | 8.49% | 8.42% | 7.90% | 7.17% | 5.80% | 4.81% | 3.50% | 2.53% | 1.66% | 1.25% | 1.99% |
The profitability ratios of IQVIA Holdings Inc have shown fluctuations over the years based on the provided data.
1. Gross Profit Margin: The company's gross profit margin has been relatively stable, hovering around 42-44% from March 2020 to March 2023. However, there was a significant drop to 8.43% in December 2021, followed by a gradual increase to 15.42% by December 2024.
2. Operating Profit Margin: IQVIA's operating profit margin started at 7.04% in March 2020 and improved consistently to reach 14.45% by December 2024. There were minor fluctuations along the way, but the overall trend was positive.
3. Pretax Margin: The pretax margin also displayed an increasing trend over the years, starting at 2.84% in March 2020 and reaching 10.99% by December 2024. The data shows a general improvement in the company's ability to generate earnings before taxes.
4. Net Profit Margin: IQVIA's net profit margin showed a similar upward trajectory, beginning at 1.99% in March 2020 and ending at 9.01% by December 2024. Despite some fluctuations, there was a consistent growth in the company's ability to convert revenue into profit.
Overall, IQVIA Holdings Inc demonstrated positive trends in profitability ratios over the period analyzed, with improvements in operating efficiency and profitability. However, the company experienced some volatility in gross profit margin in the short term. It will be essential for the company to monitor and manage its cost structure effectively to maintain and improve its profitability in the future.
Return on investment
| Dec 31, 2024 | Sep 30, 2024 | Jun 30, 2024 | Mar 31, 2024 | Dec 31, 2023 | Sep 30, 2023 | Jun 30, 2023 | Mar 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Sep 30, 2022 | Jun 30, 2022 | Mar 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Sep 30, 2021 | Jun 30, 2021 | Mar 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | Sep 30, 2020 | Jun 30, 2020 | Mar 31, 2020 | |
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| Operating return on assets (Operating ROA) | 8.19% | 7.64% | 7.61% | 7.57% | 7.41% | 7.14% | 7.09% | 6.90% | 7.10% | 7.77% | 7.02% | 6.19% | 5.64% | 5.07% | 4.61% | 3.60% | 2.98% | 2.55% | 2.70% | 3.29% |
| Return on assets (ROA) | 5.10% | 5.17% | 5.39% | 5.11% | 5.09% | 4.30% | 4.21% | 4.10% | 4.31% | 4.88% | 4.75% | 4.32% | 3.91% | 3.19% | 2.54% | 1.67% | 1.14% | 0.74% | 0.57% | 0.93% |
| Return on total capital | 12.40% | 11.28% | 11.63% | 11.13% | 11.18% | 10.96% | 10.52% | 10.05% | 9.62% | 10.41% | 9.66% | 8.83% | 8.32% | 7.38% | 6.45% | 5.08% | 4.17% | 3.75% | 3.69% | 4.30% |
| Return on equity (ROE) | 22.63% | 20.17% | 21.19% | 21.39% | 22.22% | 19.22% | 19.07% | 17.78% | 18.92% | 22.11% | 21.67% | 18.23% | 15.99% | 13.16% | 10.54% | 6.87% | 4.65% | 3.01% | 2.36% | 3.88% |
IQVIA Holdings Inc has shown consistent improvement in profitability over the reported periods based on its key profitability ratios.
1. Operating Return on Assets (Operating ROA):
The Operating ROA has been steadily increasing from 3.29% as of March 31, 2020, to 8.19% as of December 31, 2024. This indicates that the company is efficiently generating operating profits relative to its total assets, showcasing a positive trend in operational efficiency and profitability.
2. Return on Assets (ROA):
The ROA has also exhibited a positive trend, rising from 0.93% as of March 31, 2020, to 5.10% as of December 31, 2024. This indicates that the company's overall profitability relative to its total assets has been increasing, demonstrating effective asset utilization and management over time.
3. Return on Total Capital:
The Return on Total Capital has shown an upward trajectory, increasing from 4.30% as of March 31, 2020, to 12.40% as of December 31, 2024. This indicates that the company is generating higher returns on the total capital employed, reflecting its ability to create value for both debt and equity holders.
4. Return on Equity (ROE):
The ROE has exhibited significant growth, rising from 3.88% as of March 31, 2020, to 22.63% as of December 31, 2024. This suggests that the company's profitability relative to shareholders' equity has been improving, indicating strong financial performance and effective management of shareholders' investments.
Overall, IQVIA Holdings Inc's profitability ratios reflect a positive performance trend, demonstrating effective utilization of assets, capital, and equity to generate increasing returns for its stakeholders over the reported periods.