Kulicke and Soffa Industries Inc (KLIC)

Operating profit margin

		Sep 30, 2024	Sep 30, 2023	Sep 30, 2022	Sep 30, 2021	Sep 30, 2020
Operating income	US$ in thousands	-92,496	39,437	470,072	412,447	58,509
Revenue	US$ in thousands	706,232	742,491	1,503,620	1,517,660	623,176
Operating profit margin		-13.10%	5.31%	31.26%	27.18%	9.39%

September 30, 2024 calculation

Operating profit margin = Operating income ÷ Revenue
= $-92,496K ÷ $706,232K
= -13.10%

The operating profit margin of Kulicke and Soffa Industries Inc has shown significant fluctuations over the past five years.
In September 2020, the operating profit margin was at 9.39%, indicating that the company generated a profit of 9.39 cents for every dollar of revenue generated.
This margin increased sharply to 27.18% in September 2021, suggesting improved operational efficiency and cost management.
However, in September 2022, there was a further increase in the operating profit margin to 31.26%, indicating a significant boost in profitability.
The trend reversed in September 2023, with the operating profit margin falling to 5.31%, possibly due to increased expenses or a decline in revenue.
The most recent data for September 2024 shows a negative operating profit margin of -13.10%, suggesting that the company's operating expenses exceeded its gross profit, resulting in a loss from operations.
Overall, the fluctuating operating profit margin of Kulicke and Soffa Industries Inc highlights the importance of closely monitoring operational efficiency and cost control measures to maintain profitability.