Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp (WAB)

Gross profit margin

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Gross profit US$ in thousands 3,366,000 2,944,000 2,540,000 2,369,000 2,137,000
Revenue US$ in thousands 10,364,000 9,432,000 8,179,000 7,657,000 7,339,800
Gross profit margin 32.48% 31.21% 31.06% 30.94% 29.12%

December 31, 2024 calculation

Gross profit margin = Gross profit ÷ Revenue
= $3,366,000K ÷ $10,364,000K
= 32.48%

Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp has shown a consistent improvement in its gross profit margin over the past five years. Starting at 29.12% as of December 31, 2020, the company managed to increase its gross profit margin to 32.48% by December 31, 2024. This upward trend indicates a positive performance and efficiency in managing its production costs and generating revenue from its core operations. The company's ability to steadily improve its gross profit margin suggests effective cost control measures and potentially increased pricing power in its market. Overall, the consecutive growth in gross profit margin reflects a healthier financial position and operational strength for Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Gross profit margin
Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp
WAB
32.48%
Greenbrier Companies Inc
GBX
15.76%
Trinity Industries Inc
TRN
10.54%