Paramount Global Class B (PARA)
Profitability ratios
Return on sales
| Dec 31, 2024 | Sep 30, 2024 | Jun 30, 2024 | 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gross profit margin | 29.29% | 29.97% | 29.77% | 26.80% | 24.13% | 24.61% | 24.80% | 27.93% | 34.19% | 34.00% | 34.66% | 36.23% | 37.93% | 39.95% | 40.46% | 41.26% | 40.71% | 40.81% | 40.46% | 38.84% |
| Operating profit margin | 2.79% | 3.80% | 4.72% | 1.22% | -1.62% | -1.28% | -1.61% | 1.95% | 8.71% | 15.93% | 17.29% | 19.45% | 22.03% | 17.19% | 17.82% | 18.25% | 16.39% | 14.09% | 13.91% | 13.09% |
| Pretax margin | -21.14% | -20.37% | -19.21% | -1.41% | -4.23% | -4.92% | -5.13% | -2.22% | 4.20% | 12.42% | 13.53% | 15.86% | 18.21% | 13.69% | 14.16% | 14.00% | 12.45% | 10.00% | 9.96% | 9.56% |
| Net profit margin | -20.63% | -19.83% | -19.12% | -1.60% | -3.40% | -3.63% | -3.87% | -1.47% | 3.56% | 10.46% | 11.60% | 14.26% | 15.89% | 12.29% | 12.81% | 10.82% | 9.58% | 7.24% | 6.96% | 7.39% |
The profitability ratios of Paramount Global Class B have shown fluctuations over the periods analyzed. The gross profit margin decreased from 38.84% on March 31, 2020, to 29.29% on December 31, 2024. This downward trend indicates a decline in the company's ability to generate profit after accounting for the cost of goods sold.
Similarly, the operating profit margin exhibited variability, reaching a peak of 22.03% on December 31, 2021, before declining to 2.79% on December 31, 2024. This decline suggests that the company's operating efficiency and cost management may have weakened over time.
The pretax margin followed a similar pattern, showing a decrease from 9.56% on March 31, 2020, to -21.14% on December 31, 2024. This negative trend indicates that the company's profitability before accounting for taxes has deteriorated significantly.
Moreover, the net profit margin also experienced a decline, dropping from 7.39% on March 31, 2020, to -20.63% on December 31, 2024. This downward trajectory signifies a decrease in the company's overall profitability after considering all expenses, including taxes.
In summary, the profitability ratios of Paramount Global Class B reflect a concerning trend of declining profitability over the periods analyzed, indicating possible challenges in revenue generation, cost management, and overall financial performance.
Return on investment
| Dec 31, 2024 | Sep 30, 2024 | Jun 30, 2024 | 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 | |
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| Operating return on assets (Operating ROA) | 1.77% | 2.37% | 3.01% | 0.70% | -0.90% | -0.70% | -0.87% | 1.04% | 4.50% | 8.35% | 9.02% | 9.55% | 10.74% | 8.25% | 8.50% | 8.67% | 7.87% | 9.76% | 8.91% | 8.09% |
| Return on assets (ROA) | -13.05% | -12.38% | -12.19% | -0.92% | -1.88% | -2.00% | -2.09% | -0.78% | 1.84% | 5.48% | 6.05% | 7.00% | 7.75% | 5.89% | 6.11% | 5.14% | 4.60% | 5.01% | 4.46% | 4.57% |
| Return on total capital | -32.58% | -30.12% | -28.88% | 2.09% | -1.62% | -2.69% | -2.77% | 1.32% | 9.69% | 20.67% | 22.04% | 24.21% | 27.56% | 23.00% | 23.70% | 24.63% | 29.00% | 35.59% | 38.75% | 41.65% |
| Return on equity (ROE) | -36.92% | -34.43% | -33.92% | -2.20% | -4.48% | -5.01% | -5.35% | -2.02% | 4.66% | 13.87% | 15.14% | 17.94% | 20.28% | 16.03% | 16.78% | 14.69% | 15.76% | 17.71% | 16.45% | 16.66% |
Paramount Global Class B's profitability ratios show fluctuating trends over the reporting periods.
- Operating return on assets (Operating ROA) has been relatively stable, ranging from 8.09% to 10.74%. The highest Operating ROA was recorded in December 31, 2021, at 10.74%. However, a decline is observed in the most recent periods, dropping to 0.70% as of March 31, 2024.
- Return on assets (ROA) has shown a more significant variation, fluctuating between -13.05% and 7.75%. The peak was in December 31, 2021, at 7.75%, while the lowest ROA was recorded in June 30, 2024, at -12.19%.
- Return on total capital has also displayed fluctuations, with values ranging from -32.58% to 41.65%. The highest return was achieved on March 31, 2020, at 41.65%, but the figures have been declining over subsequent periods, reaching -32.58% by December 31, 2024.
- Return on equity (ROE) has followed a similar pattern with significant variations, fluctuating between -36.92% and 20.28%. The highest ROE was recorded on December 31, 2021, at 20.28%, while the lowest was observed on December 31, 2024, at -36.92%.
Overall, Paramount Global Class B's profitability ratios demonstrate mixed performance, with certain periods of strong profitability but also reflecting challenges in generating returns on assets, capital, and equity in some reporting periods.
See also:
Paramount Global Class B Profitability Ratios (Quarterly Data)