Knowles Cor (KN)

Net profit margin

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Net income US$ in thousands -237,800 72,400 -430,100 150,400 6,600
Revenue US$ in thousands 553,500 456,800 764,700 868,100 764,300
Net profit margin -42.96% 15.85% -56.24% 17.33% 0.86%

December 31, 2024 calculation

Net profit margin = Net income ÷ Revenue
= $-237,800K ÷ $553,500K
= -42.96%

Based on the provided data, the net profit margin of Knowles Cor has experienced significant fluctuations over the years. In December 2020, the net profit margin was 0.86%, indicating that the company earned $0.86 in net profit for every $100 in revenue generated.

By December 2021, the net profit margin saw a substantial increase to 17.33%, reflecting improved profitability and efficiency in managing costs relative to revenue. However, there was a sharp decline in December 2022 with a negative net profit margin of -56.24%, suggesting that the company incurred significant losses relative to its revenue.

The net profit margin recovered in December 2023 to 15.85%, indicating a return to profitability and effective cost management. Nevertheless, in December 2024, the net profit margin dropped again to -42.96%, signifying a significant decrease in profitability and possible challenges faced by the company during that period.

Overall, the fluctuating trend in Knowles Cor's net profit margin highlights the importance of closely monitoring financial performance and implementing strategies to sustain and improve profitability over time.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Net profit margin
Knowles Cor
KN
-42.96%
Arlo Technologies
ARLO
-4.43%
Sonos Inc
SONO
-2.51%