Koppers Holdings Inc (KOP)

Operating profit margin

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Operating income US$ in thousands 148,200 195,200 137,700 156,500 156,700
Revenue US$ in thousands 2,092,100 2,154,200 1,980,500 1,678,600 1,669,100
Operating profit margin 7.08% 9.06% 6.95% 9.32% 9.39%

December 31, 2024 calculation

Operating profit margin = Operating income ÷ Revenue
= $148,200K ÷ $2,092,100K
= 7.08%

Based on the data provided, Koppers Holdings Inc's operating profit margin has shown some fluctuation over the past five years. The operating profit margin was 9.39% as of December 31, 2020, slightly decreasing to 9.32% by December 31, 2021. There was a noticeable drop in the operating profit margin to 6.95% by December 31, 2022, rebounding to 9.06% by December 31, 2023. However, by December 31, 2024, the operating profit margin decreased again to 7.08%.

Overall, Koppers Holdings Inc's operating profit margin has exhibited variability, indicating potential challenges in managing operating expenses relative to revenue generation. Further analysis of the company's cost structure and revenue streams may be warranted to understand the factors contributing to these fluctuations in the operating profit margin.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Operating profit margin
Koppers Holdings Inc
KOP
7.08%
Louisiana-Pacific Corporation
LPX
18.02%
Trex Company Inc
TREX
26.61%