Tidewater Inc (TDW)

Operating profit margin

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Operating income US$ in thousands 311,348 174,604 26,708 -95,016 -186,802
Revenue US$ in thousands 1,345,840 1,009,980 647,684 371,033 397,038
Operating profit margin 23.13% 17.29% 4.12% -25.61% -47.05%

December 31, 2024 calculation

Operating profit margin = Operating income ÷ Revenue
= $311,348K ÷ $1,345,840K
= 23.13%

Based on the provided data, Tidewater Inc's operating profit margin has exhibited significant fluctuations over the years. The company experienced negative margins in both 2020 and 2021, with -47.05% and -25.61% respectively, indicating that operating expenses exceeded revenue during these periods.

However, there appears to have been a notable turnaround in the company's performance, as reflected in the positive trend in the operating profit margin in subsequent years. In 2022, the margin improved to 4.12%, signaling a shift towards operational efficiency and better cost management.

The positive momentum continued in 2023, with the operating profit margin further increasing to 17.29%, indicating a substantial improvement in profitability and the company's ability to generate earnings from its core business operations.

By the end of 2024, Tidewater Inc's operating profit margin reached 23.13%, demonstrating a significant enhancement in operational performance and profitability compared to the earlier years. This upward trend is a positive indication of the company's success in controlling costs, increasing revenues, and maximizing profitability.