Leggett & Platt Incorporated (LEG)

Net profit margin

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Net income US$ in thousands -511,500 -136,800 309,800 402,400 253,000
Revenue US$ in thousands 749,100 4,725,300 5,146,700 5,072,600 4,280,200
Net profit margin -68.28% -2.90% 6.02% 7.93% 5.91%

December 31, 2024 calculation

Net profit margin = Net income ÷ Revenue
= $-511,500K ÷ $749,100K
= -68.28%

Leggett & Platt Incorporated's net profit margin has exhibited fluctuations over the years, reflecting changes in its profitability. From December 31, 2020, to December 31, 2021, the net profit margin improved from 5.91% to 7.93%, indicating better efficiency in generating profits relative to revenue.

However, there was a decline in net profit margin to 6.02% by December 31, 2022, potentially hinting at challenges impacting profitability sustainability. The following year saw a significant decrease to -2.90%, suggesting potential issues affecting profitability negatively.

By December 31, 2024, Leggett & Platt Incorporated's net profit margin plummeted to -68.28%, indicating a substantial loss relative to revenue. This drastic decline raises concerns about the company's financial health and operational efficiency, warranting further investigation into the underlying reasons for such a negative trend.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Net profit margin
Leggett & Platt Incorporated
LEG
-68.28%
La-Z-Boy Incorporated
LZB
5.99%
Somnigroup International Inc.
SGI
7.79%