Pilgrims Pride Corp (PPC)
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 | 12.96% | 11.61% | 9.88% | 7.67% | 6.53% | 5.34% | 6.19% | 8.38% | 10.48% | 11.98% | 11.69% | 10.55% | 9.31% | 9.02% | 9.10% | 7.56% | 6.98% | 6.79% | 6.69% | 8.79% |
| Operating profit margin | 8.44% | 7.72% | 6.13% | 4.28% | 3.05% | 1.56% | 2.33% | 4.68% | 6.80% | 7.58% | 6.56% | 2.91% | 1.44% | 1.42% | 1.30% | 2.62% | 2.04% | 2.44% | 3.30% | 5.45% |
| Pretax margin | 7.91% | 7.21% | 5.54% | 3.43% | 2.13% | 0.46% | 1.40% | 3.86% | 5.93% | 6.93% | 5.80% | 2.00% | 0.63% | 0.43% | 0.18% | 1.57% | 1.34% | 2.20% | 3.11% | 5.29% |
| Net profit margin | 6.09% | 5.50% | 4.29% | 2.83% | 1.88% | 0.19% | 1.00% | 2.73% | 4.31% | 5.43% | 4.45% | 1.35% | 0.21% | -0.04% | -0.25% | 1.05% | 0.79% | 1.56% | 2.25% | 3.75% |
Pilgrims Pride Corp's profitability ratios have shown fluctuations over the past few years.
- Gross profit margin: The company's gross profit margin has generally improved from 8.79% in March 2020 to 12.96% in December 2024, indicating better cost management and efficiency in generating revenue from its core operations.
- Operating profit margin: The operating profit margin experienced significant variability, dropping to as low as 1.30% in June 2021 and gradually recovering to 8.44% by December 2024. This suggests fluctuations in the company's operating efficiency and cost structure during the period.
- Pretax margin: Pilgrims Pride Corp's pretax margin also exhibited fluctuations but generally trended upwards from 1.34% in December 2020 to 7.91% in December 2024. This improvement indicates better control over operating expenses and enhanced profitability before taxes.
- Net profit margin: The net profit margin fluctuated over the period, ranging from -0.25% in June 2021 to 6.09% in December 2024. Despite the variability, the overall trend shows an improvement in the company's bottom-line profitability, reflecting better management of costs and effective revenue generation.
In conclusion, while Pilgrims Pride Corp has experienced fluctuations in its profitability ratios, there is an overall positive trend towards improved margins, suggesting enhanced operational efficiency and profitability over the years. It is important for the company to continue monitoring and managing its costs effectively to sustain and further improve its profitability in the future.
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating return on assets (Operating ROA) | 14.14% | 12.93% | 10.73% | 7.59% | 5.32% | 2.62% | 3.96% | 8.73% | 12.71% | 14.42% | 11.70% | 4.88% | 2.37% | 2.21% | 2.18% | 4.27% | 3.28% | 3.91% | 5.39% | 8.80% |
| Return on assets (ROA) | 10.20% | 9.21% | 7.51% | 5.02% | 3.28% | 0.32% | 1.70% | 5.10% | 8.06% | 10.33% | 7.94% | 2.27% | 0.35% | -0.06% | -0.43% | 1.71% | 1.27% | 2.50% | 3.68% | 6.06% |
| Return on total capital | 21.12% | 35.03% | 31.12% | 22.85% | 8.49% | 8.27% | 13.21% | 28.50% | 41.45% | 49.23% | 38.56% | 16.68% | 9.23% | 7.70% | 6.42% | 11.57% | 11.22% | 16.21% | 20.90% | 30.42% |
| Return on equity (ROE) | 25.63% | 23.43% | 20.28% | 14.10% | 9.65% | 1.04% | 5.52% | 16.27% | 26.26% | 34.38% | 25.87% | 7.59% | 1.20% | -0.22% | -1.28% | 4.69% | 3.70% | 7.71% | 11.13% | 17.81% |
Pilgrims Pride Corp's profitability ratios show fluctuations over the periods analyzed. The Operating Return on Assets (Operating ROA) ranged from a low of 2.18% in June 2021 to a high of 14.42% in September 2022, indicating varying operational efficiency and profitability during this time.
Similarly, the Return on Assets (ROA) fluctuated from a negative -0.43% in June 2021 to a positive 10.20% in December 2024, showing the company's ability to generate profits from its total assets improved towards the end of the period.
Return on Total Capital varied from 6.42% in June 2021 to a peak of 49.23% in September 2022, suggesting changes in how effectively the company utilized its total capital to generate returns.
Return on Equity (ROE) exhibited a similar pattern, with values fluctuating from a negative -1.28% in June 2021 to a positive 25.63% in December 2024, reflecting the company's ability to generate profits for shareholders relative to their equity investment.
Overall, it appears that Pilgrims Pride Corp experienced ups and downs in profitability throughout the analyzed periods, with improvements seen towards the later quarters. Further analysis of the company's financial performance and operational strategies may provide insights into the drivers behind these fluctuations.