New York Times Company (NYT)
Profitability ratios
Return on sales
| Dec 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | Dec 31, 2019 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gross profit margin | 19.97% | 19.68% | 22.65% | 17.31% | 100.00% |
| Operating profit margin | 11.29% | 8.47% | 12.63% | 9.88% | 9.69% |
| Pretax margin | 12.35% | 9.90% | 13.68% | 6.43% | 9.08% |
| Net profit margin | 9.50% | 7.30% | 10.36% | 5.61% | 7.72% |
The gross profit margin for New York Times Co. has fluctuated over the past five years, ranging from a low of 46.16% in 2020 to a high of 95.81% in 2019. This indicates variability in the company's ability to generate profits after accounting for the cost of goods sold.
The operating profit margin has also varied, with 2021 showing the highest margin of 13.10% and 2020 the lowest at 9.80%. This metric reflects the company's efficiency in managing its operating expenses relative to its revenues.
The pretax margin reached its peak in 2021 at 14.00% and hit its lowest point in 2020 at 6.47%. This ratio provides insights into New York Times Co.'s profitability before accounting for taxes, demonstrating fluctuations in the company's ability to generate income relative to its total revenue.
The net profit margin for the company has shown a similar pattern of fluctuation, with the highest margin of 10.60% in 2021 and the lowest margin of 5.61% in 2020. This metric indicates the company's overall profitability after all expenses and taxes have been deducted.
Overall, New York Times Co.'s profitability ratios have varied over the past five years, reflecting changes in its ability to generate profits at different stages. Investors and analysts should consider these trends when evaluating the company's financial performance and future prospects.
Return on investment
| Dec 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | Dec 31, 2019 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating return on assets (Operating ROA) | 10.18% | 7.97% | 10.45% | 7.64% | 8.40% |
| Return on assets (ROA) | 8.56% | 6.86% | 8.58% | 4.34% | 6.70% |
| Return on total capital | 15.67% | 12.64% | 17.42% | 13.30% | 14.98% |
| Return on equity (ROE) | 13.18% | 10.88% | 14.30% | 7.55% | 11.94% |
The profitability ratios of New York Times Co. have shown relatively stable performance over the past five years.
Operating return on assets (Operating ROA) has ranged from 7.64% to 10.72%, indicating that the company has been able to generate consistent operating profits relative to its total assets. This suggests efficient management of assets to generate profits.
Return on assets (ROA) has fluctuated between 4.34% and 8.58%, with the company showing the ability to generate returns on its assets. The upward trend in ROA indicates improving efficiency in asset utilization over the years.
Return on total capital has ranged from 13.30% to 17.67%, with the company consistently earning returns on the total capital employed in its operations. This ratio reflects the company's ability to generate profits from the total invested capital.
Return on equity (ROE) has shown a similar pattern, ranging from 7.55% to 13.20%. This indicates that the company has been able to deliver returns to its equity shareholders over the years, reflecting efficient use of equity funding.
Overall, New York Times Co. has maintained a solid profitability performance, with a consistent ability to generate returns on assets, capital, and equity.