Powell Industries Inc (POWL)

Net profit margin

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 Dec 31, 2019
Net income (ttm) US$ in thousands 149,848 130,232 102,463 77,448 54,525 36,828 27,435 17,745 13,737 8,259 -2,843 -1,851 631 353 5,875 13,521 16,660 20,215 21,823 15,360
Revenue (ttm) US$ in thousands 1,012,356 945,934 850,294 766,793 699,796 653,831 598,957 555,377 535,053 501,832 480,115 470,930 470,939 456,201 458,430 491,256 518,713 552,500 569,863 541,877
Net profit margin 14.80% 13.77% 12.05% 10.10% 7.79% 5.63% 4.58% 3.20% 2.57% 1.65% -0.59% -0.39% 0.13% 0.08% 1.28% 2.75% 3.21% 3.66% 3.83% 2.83%

September 30, 2024 calculation

Net profit margin = Net income (ttm) ÷ Revenue (ttm)
= $149,848K ÷ $1,012,356K
= 14.80%

The net profit margin of Powell Industries Inc has demonstrated a positive trend over the past few quarters, indicating improved profitability. From a low of -0.59% in the second quarter of 2022, the net profit margin has consistently increased to reach 14.80% in the most recent quarter. This suggests that the company has been effectively managing its costs and expenses relative to its revenue generation.

The steady improvement in the net profit margin reflects positively on the company's operational efficiency and financial performance. It indicates that Powell Industries Inc has been able to maximize its profitability by controlling costs, increasing revenues, or both. Investors and stakeholders may view this trend favorably as it demonstrates the company's ability to generate more profits from each dollar of revenue.

It is important to note that the positive trajectory of the net profit margin should be monitored over time to assess the sustainability of the company's performance. Fluctuations in economic conditions or changes in industry dynamics could impact profitability, highlighting the need for continued financial analysis and scrutiny.


Peer comparison

Sep 30, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Net profit margin
Powell Industries Inc
POWL
14.80%
Littelfuse Inc
LFUS
11.19%