NetScout Systems Inc (NTCT)
Profitability ratios
Return on sales
| Mar 31, 2024 | Dec 31, 2023 | Sep 30, 2023 | Jun 30, 2023 | Mar 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Sep 30, 2022 | Jun 30, 2022 | Mar 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Sep 30, 2021 | Jun 30, 2021 | Mar 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | Sep 30, 2020 | Jun 30, 2020 | Mar 31, 2020 | Dec 31, 2019 | Sep 30, 2019 | Jun 30, 2019 | |
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| Gross profit margin | 77.41% | 77.46% | 77.28% | 76.47% | 75.61% | 75.51% | 74.90% | 75.12% | 74.97% | 74.77% | 74.39% | 73.32% | 73.28% | 72.87% | 72.66% | 72.97% | 72.84% | 73.48% | 72.61% | 72.29% |
| Operating profit margin | -18.06% | -13.33% | 9.82% | 8.95% | 8.49% | 7.54% | 6.67% | 5.74% | 5.68% | 8.32% | 5.84% | 4.89% | 4.47% | 3.97% | 4.40% | 3.10% | 1.98% | 3.82% | -0.36% | -2.13% |
| Pretax margin | -17.42% | -13.50% | 9.22% | 8.02% | 7.48% | 6.68% | 6.18% | 5.20% | 5.01% | 7.45% | 4.49% | 3.40% | 2.68% | 2.13% | 2.60% | 1.29% | 0.22% | 1.81% | -2.47% | -4.49% |
| Net profit margin | -17.81% | -14.21% | 7.53% | 6.83% | 6.52% | 6.07% | 5.57% | 4.59% | 4.19% | 6.35% | 4.38% | 3.04% | 2.33% | 1.80% | 2.61% | 1.03% | -0.31% | 1.02% | -3.53% | -4.51% |
NetScout Systems Inc's profitability ratios have shown varying trends over the periods indicated. The gross profit margin has generally been stable, ranging from around 72% to 77%, indicating consistent efficiency in generating profits from sales.
However, the operating profit margin has fluctuated significantly, from negative figures to as high as 9.82%. This suggests some volatility in the company's ability to control operating expenses and generate profits from its core business activities.
Similarly, the pretax margin and net profit margin have also displayed fluctuations, reflecting inconsistency in the company's ability to manage income taxes and other non-operating expenses.
Overall, NetScout Systems Inc's financial performance in terms of profitability has been mixed, with periods of both strong profitability and challenges in maintaining consistent profitability levels.
Return on investment
| Mar 31, 2024 | Dec 31, 2023 | Sep 30, 2023 | Jun 30, 2023 | Mar 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Sep 30, 2022 | Jun 30, 2022 | Mar 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Sep 30, 2021 | Jun 30, 2021 | Mar 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | Sep 30, 2020 | Jun 30, 2020 | Mar 31, 2020 | Dec 31, 2019 | Sep 30, 2019 | Jun 30, 2019 | |
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| Operating return on assets (Operating ROA) | -5.77% | -4.29% | 3.22% | 3.01% | 2.75% | 2.33% | 2.11% | 1.78% | 1.52% | 2.33% | 1.64% | 1.35% | 1.20% | 1.07% | 1.26% | 0.90% | 0.57% | 1.10% | -0.10% | -0.59% |
| Return on assets (ROA) | -5.69% | -4.58% | 2.47% | 2.29% | 2.11% | 1.88% | 1.76% | 1.42% | 1.12% | 1.78% | 1.23% | 0.84% | 0.63% | 0.48% | 0.75% | 0.30% | -0.09% | 0.29% | -1.02% | -1.26% |
| Return on total capital | -6.82% | -5.14% | 4.30% | 3.94% | 3.69% | 3.12% | 2.93% | 2.53% | 2.11% | 3.09% | 2.03% | 1.63% | 1.41% | 1.28% | 1.58% | 1.21% | 0.94% | 1.63% | 0.15% | -0.53% |
| Return on equity (ROE) | -7.81% | -6.23% | 3.27% | 3.08% | 2.94% | 2.72% | 2.56% | 2.10% | 1.74% | 2.72% | 1.85% | 1.27% | 0.96% | 0.77% | 1.18% | 0.48% | -0.14% | 0.46% | -1.61% | -2.00% |
NetScout Systems Inc's profitability ratios have exhibited fluctuations over the historical period analyzed.
- Operating return on assets (Operating ROA) ranged from a low of -5.77% to a high of 3.22% during the period. The metric fluctuated over time, indicating varying operational efficiency in generating profits from assets.
- Return on assets (ROA) mirrored the trend of Operating ROA, ranging from -5.69% to 2.47%. The metric shows the firm's ability to generate profits from its total assets, with negative values indicating operational inefficiencies.
- Return on total capital fluctuated between -6.82% and 4.30%, showing the return generated for both debt and equity holders. The metric reflects the company's capability to earn returns on the total invested capital.
- Return on equity (ROE) ranged from -7.81% to 3.27%, demonstrating the returns generated for the company's equity shareholders. The metric indicates how well the company has utilized shareholders' equity to generate profits.
Overall, the profitability ratios of NetScout Systems Inc depict varying levels of operational efficiency and return generation over the historical period, signaling the need for further investigation into the company's financial performance and operational strategies.