MKS Instruments Inc (MKSI)

Operating profit margin

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Operating income US$ in thousands 498,000 -1,554,000 617,000 699,000 454,000
Revenue US$ in thousands 3,529,000 3,260,000 3,377,000 2,924,200 2,300,900
Operating profit margin 14.11% -47.67% 18.27% 23.90% 19.73%

December 31, 2024 calculation

Operating profit margin = Operating income ÷ Revenue
= $498,000K ÷ $3,529,000K
= 14.11%

The operating profit margin of MKS Instruments Inc has shown fluctuations over the past five years. In December 2020, the margin stood at 19.73%, indicating that the company generated $0.1973 in operating profit for every dollar of sales.

By December 2021, there was an improvement in the operating profit margin to 23.90%, reflecting strong operational efficiency and effective cost management. However, in the following year, by December 2022, the margin decreased to 18.27%, suggesting potential challenges in maintaining profitability.

A significant decline was observed by December 2023, with an operating profit margin plummeting to -47.67%. This negative margin indicates that the company incurred operating losses during this period, which may be attributed to various factors such as increased expenses or declining revenues.

In the most recent year, by December 2024, the operating profit margin recovered to 14.11%, signifying a partial improvement in profitability. Overall, the fluctuating trend in MKS Instruments Inc's operating profit margin highlights the importance of closely monitoring operational efficiency and cost control measures to sustain and enhance financial performance.