MaxLinear Inc (MXL)

Operating profit margin

Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019
Operating income US$ in thousands -38,221 180,243 65,245 -101,139 -22,057
Revenue US$ in thousands 693,263 1,120,250 892,398 478,596 317,180
Operating profit margin -5.51% 16.09% 7.31% -21.13% -6.95%

December 31, 2023 calculation

Operating profit margin = Operating income ÷ Revenue
= $-38,221K ÷ $693,263K
= -5.51%

MaxLinear Inc's operating profit margin has displayed a fluctuating trend over the past five years. In 2023, the operating profit margin declined to -2.31%, indicating that the company generated a loss from its core operations, which is a concerning development. In 2022, the operating profit margin stood at a healthy 16.54%, reflecting strong profitability from operations. This positive performance was also evident in 2021 when the operating profit margin was 7.56%. However, in 2020 and 2019, the company experienced operating losses, with operating profit margins of -20.31% and -6.12% respectively. This variability suggests that MaxLinear Inc's operating performance has been volatile, and may warrant a closer examination of the factors impacting its profitability.


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Dec 31, 2023