Martin Marietta Materials Inc (MLM)

Operating profit margin

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Operating income US$ in thousands 2,707,000 1,596,000 1,206,700 973,800 1,005,400
Revenue US$ in thousands 6,536,000 6,777,200 6,160,700 5,414,000 4,729,900
Operating profit margin 41.42% 23.55% 19.59% 17.99% 21.26%

December 31, 2024 calculation

Operating profit margin = Operating income ÷ Revenue
= $2,707,000K ÷ $6,536,000K
= 41.42%

Between December 31, 2020, and December 31, 2024, Martin Marietta Materials Inc's operating profit margin exhibited fluctuations. The margin decreased from 21.26% in 2020 to 17.99% in 2021, indicating a decline in profitability. However, there was a recovery in 2022, with the margin improving to 19.59%. Subsequently, there was a significant increase in profitability, reaching 23.55% in 2023. Notably, in December 2024, the operating profit margin saw a substantial surge to 41.42%, showcasing a remarkable improvement. Overall, despite some fluctuations, the company demonstrated an increase in operating profit margin over the analyzed period, suggesting improved operational efficiency and potentially effective cost management strategies.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Operating profit margin
Martin Marietta Materials Inc
MLM
41.42%
Knife River Corporation
KNF
10.91%
MDU Resources Group Inc
MDU
15.11%
Vulcan Materials Company
VMC
18.40%