Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp (WAB)

Net profit margin

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Net income US$ in thousands 1,056,000 815,000 633,000 558,000 414,000
Revenue US$ in thousands 10,364,000 9,432,000 8,179,000 7,657,000 7,339,800
Net profit margin 10.19% 8.64% 7.74% 7.29% 5.64%

December 31, 2024 calculation

Net profit margin = Net income ÷ Revenue
= $1,056,000K ÷ $10,364,000K
= 10.19%

Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp's net profit margin has shown a positive trend over the years, increasing from 5.64% in December 31, 2020, to 10.19% in December 31, 2024. This indicates that the company has been able to improve its profitability, with a higher percentage of revenue converting into net income. The rising net profit margin suggests that the company is effectively managing its costs and expenses relative to its revenue, which is a positive indicator of operational efficiency and financial health. The consistent growth in net profit margin reflects the company's ability to generate more profits from its core operations over time.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Net profit margin
Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp
WAB
10.19%
Greenbrier Companies Inc
GBX
4.52%
Trinity Industries Inc
TRN
3.55%