Lear Corporation (LEA)

Operating profit margin

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Operating income US$ in thousands 887,700 536,500 607,900 675,300 398,900
Revenue US$ in thousands 23,306,000 23,466,900 20,891,500 19,263,100 17,045,500
Operating profit margin 3.81% 2.29% 2.91% 3.51% 2.34%

December 31, 2024 calculation

Operating profit margin = Operating income ÷ Revenue
= $887,700K ÷ $23,306,000K
= 3.81%

The operating profit margin of Lear Corporation has shown some fluctuations over the past five years. In December 2020, the operating profit margin was at 2.34%, which increased to 3.51% by December 2021, reflecting improved profitability. However, in December 2022, the operating profit margin decreased slightly to 2.91%, and further declined to 2.29% by December 2023.

The trend reversed in December 2024, with the operating profit margin rising significantly to 3.81%, indicating a notable improvement in profitability during that year. Overall, while there have been fluctuations in the operating profit margin of Lear Corporation, the recent increase in December 2024 suggests a positive trajectory in terms of profitability.