Weatherford International PLC (WFRD)

Operating profit margin

Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019
Operating income US$ in thousands 820,000 412,000 116,000 -1,486,000 900,000
Revenue US$ in thousands 5,023,000 4,331,000 3,645,000 3,685,000 4,954,000
Operating profit margin 16.32% 9.51% 3.18% -40.33% 18.17%

December 31, 2023 calculation

Operating profit margin = Operating income ÷ Revenue
= $820,000K ÷ $5,023,000K
= 16.32%

The operating profit margin of Weatherford International plc has shown a positive trend over the past three years. The margin increased from 3.18% in 2021 to 10.02% in 2022, and further improved to 15.97% in 2023. This indicates that the company has been able to effectively control its operating expenses relative to its revenue generation, resulting in a higher proportion of revenue translating into operating profit. The significant improvement in the operating profit margin from 2021 to 2023 suggests that Weatherford International plc has been successful in enhancing operational efficiency and profitability during this period.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2023

Company name
Symbol
Operating profit margin
Weatherford International PLC
WFRD
16.32%
Baker Hughes Co
BKR
9.15%
Cactus Inc
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24.23%
Dril-Quip Inc
DRQ
1.25%
NOV Inc.
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7.58%
Now Inc
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6.04%