AT&T Inc (T)
Net profit margin
| Dec 31, 2024 | Dec 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net income | US$ in thousands | 10,948,000 | 14,400,000 | -8,524,000 | 20,081,000 | -5,176,000 |
| Revenue | US$ in thousands | 122,336,000 | 122,428,000 | 120,741,000 | 134,038,000 | 143,050,000 |
| Net profit margin | 8.95% | 11.76% | -7.06% | 14.98% | -3.62% |
December 31, 2024 calculation
Net profit margin = Net income ÷ Revenue
= $10,948,000K ÷ $122,336,000K
= 8.95%
Based on the data provided, AT&T Inc's net profit margin has shown substantial variability over the past five years. The net profit margin was -3.62% as of December 31, 2020, indicating a loss. However, there was a significant improvement in the profitability of the company, as the net profit margin increased to 14.98% by December 31, 2021, reflecting a strong rebound.
In the subsequent years, there were fluctuations in AT&T Inc's net profit margin. By December 31, 2022, the net profit margin decreased to -7.06%, indicating the company experienced a loss again. However, in the following years, there was a recovery in profitability, with the net profit margin reaching 11.76% by December 31, 2023, and 8.95% by December 31, 2024.
Overall, while AT&T Inc experienced periods of losses, especially in 2020 and 2022, the company managed to improve its profitability significantly in 2021 and onwards. It is essential for the company to sustain this positive trend in net profit margin to ensure long-term financial health and growth.
Peer comparison
Dec 31, 2024