KBR Inc (KBR)
Operating profit margin
| Dec 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | Dec 31, 2019 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating income | US$ in thousands | 448,000 | 343,000 | 231,000 | 57,000 | 362,000 |
| Revenue | US$ in thousands | 6,834,000 | 6,496,000 | 7,249,000 | 5,767,000 | 5,639,000 |
| Operating profit margin | 6.56% | 5.28% | 3.19% | 0.99% | 6.42% |
December 31, 2023 calculation
Operating profit margin = Operating income ÷ Revenue
= $448,000K ÷ $6,834,000K
= 6.56%
The operating profit margin of KBR Inc has varied over the past five years, ranging from 0.99% in 2020 to 6.56% in 2023. The company experienced a significant increase in its operating profit margin in 2023 compared to the previous years, reaching its highest level in the period. This improvement may indicate enhanced operational efficiency and cost management practices. However, the margin was notably lower in 2021 and 2022 compared to 2019, suggesting potential challenges in generating profits during those years. Overall, the trend in operating profit margin for KBR Inc demonstrates fluctuations but also shows signs of improvement in recent years.
Peer comparison
Dec 31, 2023