Kohl's Corporation (KSS)
Gross profit margin
| Jan 31, 2025 | Feb 3, 2024 | Jan 31, 2024 | Jan 31, 2023 | Jan 28, 2023 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gross profit | US$ in thousands | 37,200 | 373,000 | 6,229,000 | 6,641,000 | -80,000 |
| Revenue | US$ in thousands | 16,221,000 | 17,132,000 | 17,476,000 | 18,098,000 | 17,794,000 |
| Gross profit margin | 0.23% | 2.18% | 35.64% | 36.69% | -0.45% |
January 31, 2025 calculation
Gross profit margin = Gross profit ÷ Revenue
= $37,200K ÷ $16,221,000K
= 0.23%
Based on the provided data, Kohl's Corporation's gross profit margin has fluctuated over the years. In January 31, 2023, the gross profit margin was a negative 0.45%, indicating that the company experienced a loss on its sales after accounting for the cost of goods sold. However, by the following year on January 31, 2024, the gross profit margin improved to 35.64%, signifying a significant increase in profitability.
The sharp decline in the gross profit margin to 2.18% on February 3, 2024, suggests a potential decrease in profitability or an increase in the cost of goods sold relative to sales. This may raise concerns about the company's ability to maintain margins in a competitive market or manage its costs effectively.
By January 31, 2025, the gross profit margin further decreased to 0.23%, indicating a continued challenge in generating profits from sales. The downward trend in the gross profit margin over the years may raise red flags for investors and stakeholders, highlighting the importance of monitoring the company's cost structure, pricing strategy, and overall financial performance.
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Jan 31, 2025