Post Holdings Inc (POST)
Net profit margin
| Sep 30, 2024 | Sep 30, 2023 | Sep 30, 2022 | Sep 30, 2021 | Sep 30, 2020 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net income | US$ in thousands | 366,700 | 301,300 | 756,600 | 166,700 | 800 |
| Revenue | US$ in thousands | 7,922,700 | 6,991,000 | 5,851,200 | 4,980,700 | 4,711,000 |
| Net profit margin | 4.63% | 4.31% | 12.93% | 3.35% | 0.02% |
September 30, 2024 calculation
Net profit margin = Net income ÷ Revenue
= $366,700K ÷ $7,922,700K
= 4.63%
Based on the data presented, Post Holdings Inc's net profit margin has shown fluctuating trends over the past five years. In Sep 2024, the net profit margin stood at 4.63%, which indicates that for every dollar of revenue generated, the company retained $0.0463 as profit after accounting for all expenses.
Comparing this to the previous years, we observe that the net profit margin has experienced variability, ranging from a low of 0.02% in Sep 2020 to a high of 12.93% in Sep 2022. This variability suggests fluctuations in the company's profitability and operational efficiency over the years.
It is important to note that a higher net profit margin indicates better profitability and cost management, while a lower margin may suggest challenges in controlling costs or generating revenues. In this context, the recent increase in the net profit margin compared to the previous year is a positive sign, indicating potential improvements in Post Holdings Inc's profitability. However, further analysis and monitoring of the company's financial performance will be essential to understand the underlying factors driving these fluctuations in profitability.
Peer comparison
Sep 30, 2024