Proto Labs Inc (PRLB)

Net profit margin

Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019
Net income US$ in thousands 17,220 -103,462 33,372 50,867 63,655
Revenue US$ in thousands 499,414 489,514 487,522 434,393 458,728
Net profit margin 3.45% -21.14% 6.85% 11.71% 13.88%

December 31, 2023 calculation

Net profit margin = Net income ÷ Revenue
= $17,220K ÷ $499,414K
= 3.45%

Proto Labs Inc's net profit margin has shown fluctuations over the past five years. In 2019 and 2020, the company achieved relatively high net profit margins of 13.88% and 11.71%, respectively. However, there was a significant decline in 2021, with the net profit margin dropping to 6.84%. This was followed by a negative net profit margin in 2022, indicating a loss during that year. The net profit margin recovered in 2023, reaching 3.42%, but still significantly lower than the levels seen in 2019 and 2020. Overall, Proto Labs Inc's net profit margin has been volatile, reflecting fluctuations in profitability over the five-year period. Further analysis may be needed to understand the factors driving these fluctuations and assess the company's financial performance.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2023

Company name
Symbol
Net profit margin
Proto Labs Inc
PRLB
3.45%
Arcosa Inc
ACA
6.90%
Valmont Industries Inc
VMI
3.66%