Juniper Networks Inc (JNPR)
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gross profit margin | 58.76% | 58.60% | 58.56% | 58.25% | 57.54% | 57.04% | 56.47% | 55.95% | 55.80% | 55.93% | 56.55% | 57.44% | 57.86% | 58.11% | 58.00% | 57.72% | 57.90% | 58.14% | 58.67% | 58.85% |
| Operating profit margin | 6.60% | 5.83% | 5.63% | 6.98% | 8.45% | 9.70% | 10.76% | 9.66% | 8.95% | 8.24% | 8.03% | 8.66% | 8.18% | 7.12% | 7.31% | 7.55% | 7.94% | 9.79% | 10.10% | 9.88% |
| Pretax margin | 5.87% | 4.67% | 4.33% | 4.03% | 6.27% | 7.73% | 8.72% | 10.86% | 10.12% | 9.56% | 9.42% | 8.15% | 6.55% | 4.04% | 4.08% | 4.40% | 5.97% | 9.03% | 9.19% | 8.97% |
| Net profit margin | 5.67% | 4.97% | 4.58% | 4.19% | 5.57% | 6.48% | 7.27% | 9.10% | 8.88% | 8.22% | 7.93% | 7.03% | 5.34% | 3.23% | 4.49% | 4.56% | 5.80% | 8.92% | 7.89% | 7.53% |
Based on the provided data for Juniper Networks Inc, we can observe the following trends in the profitability ratios:
1. Gross Profit Margin: Juniper Networks' gross profit margin has shown a gradual decline over the quarters from March 31, 2020, to December 31, 2024. It started at 58.85% in March 2020 and decreased to 55.80% in December 2022. However, there was a slight increase to 58.76% by the end of December 2024.
2. Operating Profit Margin: The operating profit margin fluctuated during the period analyzed. It peaked at 10.76% in June 30, 2023, but then experienced a significant decline to 5.63% by June 30, 2024. This indicates fluctuations in the company's ability to control operating expenses relative to revenue.
3. Pretax Margin: Juniper Networks' pretax margin varied significantly throughout the quarters. It reached a high of 10.86% in March 31, 2023, but dropped to 4.03% by March 31, 2024. This implies fluctuations in the company's ability to generate profit before accounting for taxes.
4. Net Profit Margin: The net profit margin also saw fluctuations over the quarters analyzed. It ranged from a low of 3.23% in September 30, 2021, to a high of 9.10% in March 31, 2023. The margin ended at 5.67% by December 31, 2024, showing some variability in Juniper Networks' bottom-line profitability.
In conclusion, Juniper Networks Inc's profitability ratios have exhibited fluctuations over the quarters, indicating varying levels of operational efficiency and profitability during the period analyzed. It would be important for stakeholders to closely monitor these ratios to assess the company's financial health and performance.
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating return on assets (Operating ROA) | 3.35% | 3.06% | 3.05% | 3.93% | 4.94% | 5.83% | 6.50% | 5.71% | 5.09% | 4.73% | 4.46% | 4.74% | 4.36% | 3.80% | 3.86% | 3.92% | 3.77% | 4.99% | 5.11% | 5.10% |
| Return on assets (ROA) | 2.88% | 2.61% | 2.48% | 2.36% | 3.26% | 3.89% | 4.39% | 5.37% | 5.05% | 4.72% | 4.41% | 3.85% | 2.84% | 1.73% | 2.37% | 2.37% | 2.75% | 4.55% | 4.00% | 3.88% |
| Return on total capital | 7.68% | 6.73% | 6.63% | 6.78% | 9.70% | 11.85% | 12.98% | 14.95% | 13.29% | 12.59% | 12.11% | 10.38% | 7.89% | 7.82% | 7.95% | 7.97% | 9.81% | 10.36% | 10.84% | 11.21% |
| Return on equity (ROE) | 6.02% | 5.39% | 5.19% | 5.00% | 6.90% | 8.46% | 9.45% | 11.29% | 10.52% | 9.76% | 9.20% | 7.96% | 5.85% | 3.44% | 4.77% | 4.66% | 5.67% | 8.67% | 7.82% | 7.61% |
Juniper Networks Inc's profitability ratios show a mixed performance over the analyzed periods.
1. Operating return on assets (Operating ROA) improved from 5.10% in March 2020 to a peak of 6.50% in June 2023, but then declined to 3.06% by December 2024.
2. Return on assets (ROA) displayed fluctuations, with a slight increase from 3.88% in March 2020 to 5.37% in March 2023, before dropping to 2.88% by December 2024.
3. Return on total capital experienced fluctuations, with a notable increase from 11.21% in March 2020 to 14.95% in March 2023, followed by a decline to 7.68% by December 2024.
4. Return on equity (ROE) varied, reaching a peak of 11.29% in March 2023 but declining to 6.02% by December 2024.
Overall, Juniper Networks Inc's profitability ratios have shown both positive and negative trends over the analyzed periods, indicating fluctuations in the company's ability to generate profits relative to its assets and capital. Further analysis and comparison with industry benchmarks can provide deeper insights into the company's profitability performance.