KBR Inc (KBR)
Net profit margin
| Dec 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | Dec 31, 2019 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net income | US$ in thousands | -265,000 | 190,000 | 27,000 | -63,000 | 202,000 |
| Revenue | US$ in thousands | 6,834,000 | 6,496,000 | 7,249,000 | 5,767,000 | 5,639,000 |
| Net profit margin | -3.88% | 2.92% | 0.37% | -1.09% | 3.58% |
December 31, 2023 calculation
Net profit margin = Net income ÷ Revenue
= $-265,000K ÷ $6,834,000K
= -3.88%
The net profit margin of KBR Inc has displayed fluctuations over the past five years. In 2023, the company reported a negative net profit margin of -3.88%, indicating that its net profits were insufficient to cover its expenses. This represents a significant decline from the previous year's net profit margin of 2.92%.
In 2022, KBR Inc's net profit margin stood at 2.92%, showing a positive trend compared to the two preceding years. However, this was followed by a slight increase in 2021, where the net profit margin improved to 0.37%.
Conversely, in 2020 and 2019, KBR Inc experienced negative net profit margins of -1.09% and 3.58%, respectively. Despite the positive net profit margin in 2019, the subsequent years demonstrated a lack of consistency in generating profits relative to the company's revenue.
Overall, the varying net profit margins suggest that KBR Inc has encountered challenges in maintaining profitability levels over the years, signifying potential inefficiencies or challenges in cost management and revenue generation strategies. Further analysis of the company's financial performance and operational efficiency may be warranted to identify the underlying factors contributing to these fluctuations in net profit margin.
Peer comparison
Dec 31, 2023