Lennar Corporation (LEN)

Gross profit margin

Nov 30, 2024 Nov 30, 2023 Nov 30, 2022 Nov 30, 2021 Nov 30, 2020
Gross profit US$ in thousands 35,073,900 33,889,800 -276,406 26,646,200 4,748,090
Revenue US$ in thousands 35,441,500 34,233,400 33,671,000 27,130,700 22,488,900
Gross profit margin 98.96% 99.00% -0.82% 98.21% 21.11%

November 30, 2024 calculation

Gross profit margin = Gross profit ÷ Revenue
= $35,073,900K ÷ $35,441,500K
= 98.96%

Based on the provided data, Lennar Corporation's gross profit margin has experienced significant fluctuations over the past five years.

In November 2020, the gross profit margin was 21.11%, indicating that the company was generating a decent level of profit relative to its sales. However, by November 2022, the gross profit margin had decreased to -0.82%, suggesting that the company was experiencing a loss on its core operations.

The following years showed a remarkable recovery and improvement in the company's performance. By November 2021, the gross profit margin had surged to 98.21%, signifying a substantial increase in profitability. This positive trend continued into November 2023 and 2024, with the gross profit margins reaching 99.00% and 98.96%, respectively.

Overall, the fluctuating trend in Lennar Corporation's gross profit margin highlights the company's ability to adapt to changing market conditions and optimize its operational efficiency to achieve significant profitability in recent years.


Peer comparison

Nov 30, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Gross profit margin
Lennar Corporation
LEN
98.96%
Fortune Brands Innovations Inc.
FBIN
13.29%
Installed Building Products Inc
IBP
33.93%