Weatherford International PLC (WFRD)
Profitability ratios
Return on sales
| Dec 31, 2024 | Sep 30, 2024 | Jun 30, 2024 | Mar 31, 2024 | Dec 31, 2023 | Sep 30, 2023 | Jun 30, 2023 | Mar 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Sep 30, 2022 | Jun 30, 2022 | Mar 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Sep 30, 2021 | Jun 30, 2021 | Mar 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | Sep 30, 2020 | Jun 30, 2020 | Mar 31, 2020 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gross profit margin | 95.73% | 90.61% | 90.57% | 90.88% | 90.78% | 94.18% | 93.94% | 93.54% | 92.63% | 57.52% | 77.10% | 98.13% | 119.53% | 159.86% | 123.41% | 89.55% | 71.42% | 61.28% | 45.27% | 34.00% |
| Operating profit margin | 17.04% | 17.63% | 17.48% | 16.71% | 16.32% | 15.52% | 14.12% | 12.64% | 9.51% | 6.75% | 5.78% | 3.92% | 3.18% | -0.88% | -4.62% | -16.53% | -33.18% | -26.29% | -34.79% | -29.59% |
| Pretax margin | 12.62% | 12.54% | 12.52% | 10.30% | 9.44% | 8.53% | 6.74% | 6.01% | 2.61% | -2.96% | -6.19% | -8.61% | -9.99% | -14.79% | -14.92% | -24.58% | -40.99% | 65.24% | 56.93% | 66.34% |
| Net profit margin | 9.19% | 9.85% | 9.39% | 8.80% | 8.30% | 7.01% | 5.30% | 3.89% | 0.60% | -5.06% | -8.44% | -11.04% | -12.35% | -17.99% | -16.92% | -26.15% | -42.89% | 62.91% | 54.05% | 62.85% |
Weatherford International PLC has shown a fluctuating trend in its profitability ratios over the given period. The Gross Profit Margin has displayed some irregularity, starting at a low of 34.00% in March 2020, reaching a peak of 159.86% in September 2021, and then fluctuating downwards to 95.73% in December 2024.
The Operating Profit Margin began in negative territory at -29.59% in March 2020, gradually improved to a positive range, and stabilized around 17%-18% in the most recent quarters.
The Pretax Margin had a significant negative position of -40.99% in December 2020 but progressively increased thereafter, reaching 12.62% by December 2024.
The Net Profit Margin was negative for a considerable duration from December 2020 to March 2023 before turning positive. It rose steadily to 9.19% by December 2024, indicating an improved bottom-line performance.
In conclusion, Weatherford International PLC's profitability ratios have shown resilience, with improvements in operational efficiency and profitability over the period, despite some fluctuations and challenges.
Return on investment
| Dec 31, 2024 | Sep 30, 2024 | Jun 30, 2024 | Mar 31, 2024 | Dec 31, 2023 | Sep 30, 2023 | Jun 30, 2023 | Mar 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Sep 30, 2022 | Jun 30, 2022 | Mar 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Sep 30, 2021 | Jun 30, 2021 | Mar 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | Sep 30, 2020 | Jun 30, 2020 | Mar 31, 2020 | |
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| Operating return on assets (Operating ROA) | 18.18% | 18.43% | 18.22% | 17.05% | 16.18% | 15.79% | 14.54% | 12.30% | 8.73% | 5.86% | 4.77% | 3.14% | 2.43% | -0.47% | -3.00% | -12.79% | -27.35% | -26.25% | -34.65% | -24.25% |
| Return on assets (ROA) | 9.81% | 10.29% | 9.78% | 8.98% | 8.23% | 7.13% | 5.46% | 3.78% | 0.55% | -4.40% | -6.97% | -8.84% | -9.43% | -9.50% | -11.01% | -20.23% | -35.35% | 62.82% | 53.82% | 51.52% |
| Return on total capital | 73.00% | 71.08% | 75.81% | 79.56% | 88.74% | 104.18% | 104.81% | 102.12% | 77.01% | 60.93% | 33.69% | 15.66% | 4.45% | -19.16% | -30.72% | -94.28% | -174.53% | -145.72% | -152.25% | -84.50% |
| Return on equity (ROE) | 39.38% | 39.70% | 40.72% | 41.89% | 45.13% | 47.04% | 39.38% | 31.39% | 4.86% | -45.70% | -70.82% | -104.55% | -95.34% | -78.74% | -78.24% | -136.09% | -211.80% | 327.32% | 229.76% | 174.60% |
Weatherford International PLC has shown improvement in its profitability ratios over the past few years.
- Operating return on assets (Operating ROA) has increased steadily from -24.25% in March 2020 to 18.18% in December 2024. This indicates that the company has been able to generate more operating income from its assets over time.
- Return on assets (ROA) also shows a positive trend, increasing from -35.35% in December 2020 to 9.81% in December 2024. This suggests that Weatherford International PLC is becoming more efficient in utilizing its assets to generate profits.
- Return on total capital has seen significant improvement, moving from negative figures in 2020 to reaching 73.00% in December 2024. This indicates that the company is effectively utilizing its total capital to generate returns for its stakeholders.
- Return on equity (ROE) has also shown a positive trend, increasing from negative values to 39.38% in December 2024. This signifies that Weatherford International PLC is rewarding its shareholders with better returns on their invested capital.
Overall, the improving profitability ratios demonstrate that Weatherford International PLC has been able to enhance its operational efficiency and financial performance over the analyzed period.