Plexus Corp (PLXS)

Operating profit margin

		Sep 30, 2024	Sep 30, 2023	Sep 30, 2022	Sep 30, 2021	Sep 30, 2020
Operating income	US$ in thousands	167,732	195,820	178,185	176,268	153,372
Revenue	US$ in thousands	8,035,580	8,496,620	7,722,450	6,834,190	6,875,610
Operating profit margin		2.09%	2.30%	2.31%	2.58%	2.23%

September 30, 2024 calculation

Operating profit margin = Operating income ÷ Revenue
= $167,732K ÷ $8,035,580K
= 2.09%

Analyzing Plexus Corp's operating profit margin over the past five years reveals a relatively stable trend with slight fluctuations. The company's operating profit margin has ranged from 2.09% to 2.58% during this period. In general, Plexus Corp has maintained a consistent level of operating efficiency, as evidenced by its ability to generate a modest profit relative to its total revenue.

The marginal decrease in operating profit margin from 2.58% in 2021 to 2.09% in 2024 may raise some concerns about the company's operational performance. It is important for Plexus Corp to closely monitor its cost structure and revenue generation strategies to ensure sustainable profitability in the future.

Overall, while Plexus Corp's operating profit margin has experienced minor fluctuations, the company's ability to consistently generate profits indicates a level of operational effectiveness. Monitoring this key financial metric over time will be essential for assessing the company's financial health and performance.