Pentair PLC (PNR)

Operating profit margin

Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019
Operating income US$ in thousands 739,200 595,300 636,900 461,400 432,500
Revenue US$ in thousands 3,987,100 4,061,100 3,754,700 2,994,800 2,957,200
Operating profit margin 18.54% 14.66% 16.96% 15.41% 14.63%

December 31, 2023 calculation

Operating profit margin = Operating income ÷ Revenue
= $739,200K ÷ $3,987,100K
= 18.54%

The operating profit margin of Pentair plc has shown a generally positive trend over the past five years. The margin increased from 14.63% in 2019 to 18.01% in 2023, indicating an improvement in the company's ability to generate profits from its core operations. This suggests that Pentair has been effectively managing its operating expenses relative to its revenue, leading to a higher proportion of revenue translating into operating profits. The steady increase in the operating profit margin reflects the company's efficiency in cost control, pricing strategies, and overall operational performance. Overall, Pentair plc has demonstrated consistent growth in its operating profitability over the past five years.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2023

Company name
Symbol
Operating profit margin
Pentair PLC
PNR
18.54%
John Bean Technologies Corporation
JBT
9.66%
nVent Electric PLC
NVT
18.38%