Workday Inc (WDAY)

Net profit margin

		Jan 31, 2025	Jan 31, 2024	Jan 31, 2023	Jan 31, 2022	Jan 31, 2021
Net income	US$ in thousands	526,000	1,381,000	-367,000	29,373	-282,431
Revenue	US$ in thousands	8,440,000	7,151,000	6,112,720	5,144,470	4,250,860
Net profit margin		6.23%	19.31%	-6.00%	0.57%	-6.64%

January 31, 2025 calculation

Net profit margin = Net income ÷ Revenue
= $526,000K ÷ $8,440,000K
= 6.23%

Workday Inc's net profit margin has experienced fluctuations over the past five years, reflecting the company's changing profitability.

- As of January 31, 2021, the net profit margin was negative at -6.64%, indicating that the company's expenses exceeded its revenues, resulting in a loss.
- By January 31, 2022, the net profit margin improved to 0.57%, signaling a recovery and a slight return to profitability.
- However, in the following year, on January 31, 2023, the net profit margin dropped back into negative territory at -6.00%, suggesting a setback or increased expenses relative to sales.
- The financial performance significantly improved by January 31, 2024, with a notable net profit margin of 19.31%, indicating a strong profitability and efficient cost management.
- In the most recent year, as of January 31, 2025, the net profit margin remained positive at 6.23%, although it was lower than the peak in 2024.

Overall, Workday Inc's net profit margin trend reflects a mix of challenges and successes in managing costs, generating revenues, and achieving profitability over the analyzed period.