SunCoke Energy Inc (SXC)

Operating profit margin

Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019
Operating income US$ in thousands 125,100 153,700 141,500 69,700 -144,300
Revenue US$ in thousands 2,035,900 1,940,500 1,381,600 1,282,400 1,600,300
Operating profit margin 6.14% 7.92% 10.24% 5.44% -9.02%

December 31, 2023 calculation

Operating profit margin = Operating income ÷ Revenue
= $125,100K ÷ $2,035,900K
= 6.14%

SunCoke Energy Inc's operating profit margin has shown some fluctuations over the past five years. The margin was highest in 2021 at 9.72%, indicating the company's ability to generate profit from its core business operations. However, there was a slight decline in 2022 to 7.79%, followed by a further decrease to 6.06% in 2023.

The downward trend in the operating profit margin could suggest potential challenges in managing operating expenses relative to revenue or pricing pressures in the industry. It is important for SunCoke Energy Inc to closely monitor and address the factors impacting its operating profit margin to ensure profitability and efficiency in its operations.


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Dec 31, 2023