Sterling Construction Company Inc (STRL)

Net profit margin

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Net income US$ in thousands 257,461 138,655 106,461 62,645 42,306
Revenue US$ in thousands 2,115,760 1,972,230 1,769,440 1,414,370 1,226,740
Net profit margin 12.17% 7.03% 6.02% 4.43% 3.45%

December 31, 2024 calculation

Net profit margin = Net income ÷ Revenue
= $257,461K ÷ $2,115,760K
= 12.17%

The net profit margin of Sterling Construction Company Inc demonstrates a consistent upward trend over the analyzed period from December 31, 2020, to December 31, 2024. Starting at 3.45% in 2020, the margin increased annually, reflecting an improvement in the company's profitability relative to its revenue. By 2021, the margin had grown to 4.43%, and this positive trajectory continued into 2022 with a margin of 6.02%. Further growth was observed in 2023, reaching 7.03%, indicating enhanced efficiency or favorable revenue and cost management. The most notable increase is seen in 2024, where the net profit margin surged to 12.17%, more than doubling the level from the previous year. This overall pattern suggests that Sterling Construction has significantly strengthened its profitability over the five-year period, likely driven by improved operational performance, cost control measures, or increased revenue quality.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Net profit margin
Sterling Construction Company Inc
STRL
12.17%
Fluor Corporation
FLR
13.15%
Granite Construction Incorporated
GVA
3.15%
KBR Inc
KBR
4.84%