Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB)
Operating profit margin
| Dec 31, 2024 | Dec 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating income | US$ in thousands | 3,210,000 | 2,344,000 | 2,681,000 | 2,561,000 | 3,244,000 |
| Revenue | US$ in thousands | 20,058,000 | 20,431,000 | 20,175,000 | 19,400,000 | 19,140,000 |
| Operating profit margin | 16.00% | 11.47% | 13.29% | 13.20% | 16.95% |
December 31, 2024 calculation
Operating profit margin = Operating income ÷ Revenue
= $3,210,000K ÷ $20,058,000K
= 16.00%
Kimberly-Clark Corporation's operating profit margin has displayed fluctuations over the past five years. The operating profit margin was 16.95% as of December 31, 2020, but decreased to 13.20% by December 31, 2021. While there was a slight increase to 13.29% by December 31, 2022, the margin then decreased to 11.47% by December 31, 2023. However, in the most recent period, as of December 31, 2024, the operating profit margin improved to 16.00%.
These fluctuations in the operating profit margin indicate changes in the company's operational efficiency and profitability over the years. It is important for investors and stakeholders to monitor these trends to assess the company's performance and financial health.
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Dec 31, 2024