NetScout Systems Inc (NTCT)

Net profit margin

		Mar 31, 2025	Mar 31, 2024	Mar 31, 2023	Mar 31, 2022	Mar 31, 2021
Net income	US$ in thousands	-366,922	-147,734	59,648	35,874	19,352
Revenue	US$ in thousands	822,679	829,455	914,530	855,575	831,282
Net profit margin		-44.60%	-17.81%	6.52%	4.19%	2.33%

March 31, 2025 calculation

Net profit margin = Net income ÷ Revenue
= $-366,922K ÷ $822,679K
= -44.60%

NetScout Systems Inc's net profit margin has shown variability over the past five years. In March 2021, the net profit margin was 2.33%, indicating that for every dollar of revenue generated, the company's profit was 2.33 cents. The margin improved to 4.19% in March 2022, suggesting an increase in profitability. Subsequently, in March 2023, the net profit margin further increased to 6.52%, reflecting enhanced efficiency in cost management or revenue growth.

However, there was a significant decline in profitability in the following years. In March 2024, the net profit margin dropped to -17.81%, indicating that the company incurred losses exceeding its revenue. This negative trend intensified in March 2025, with a net profit margin of -44.60%, signaling a substantial decrease in profitability and potential financial challenges.

The fluctuation in NetScout Systems Inc's net profit margin highlights the importance of monitoring and addressing factors affecting profitability, such as operational efficiency, cost control, revenue generation, and business strategy, to sustain financial health and performance.