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- Statement of Comprehensive Income
- Balance Sheet: Assets
- Common-Size Income Statement
- Common-Size Balance Sheet: Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity
- Common Stock Valuation Ratios
- Enterprise Value to EBITDA (EV/EBITDA)
- Price to FCFE (P/FCFE)
- Present Value of Free Cash Flow to Equity (FCFE)
- Total Asset Turnover since 2005
- Price to Earnings (P/E) since 2005
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Calculation
Operating profit margin | = | 100 | × | Operating income1 | ÷ | Net sales1 | |
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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2024-09-01), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-09-03), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-08-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-08-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-08-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-09-01), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-09-02), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-09-03), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-08-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-08-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-09-01), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-09-02), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-08-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-08-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-08-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-09-02), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-09-03), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-08-28).
1 US$ in millions
The financial data over the analyzed periods demonstrate consistent growth in both operating income and net sales, indicating a positive expansion trajectory in operational performance.
- Operating Income
- The operating income showed a steady upward trend from 1,474 million US dollars in 2005 to 9,285 million US dollars by 2024. Despite some fluctuations, such as a slight dip in 2009, the general pattern is one of strong and sustained increase. Notably, from 2020 onwards, the operating income accelerated its growth rate, increasing from 5,435 million to 9,285 million by 2024, which could reflect enhanced efficiency or successful strategic initiatives.
- Net Sales
- Net sales increased consistently each year, moving from approximately 51,862 million US dollars in 2005 to around 249,625 million US dollars in 2024. This growth reflects a broad and steady expansion in revenue. Particularly noteworthy is the rapid increase in sales observed from 2018 to 2024, where sales surged from 138,434 million to nearly 250,000 million, suggesting growing market demand or effective revenue-generation strategies.
- Operating Profit Margin
- The operating profit margin percentages indicate a generally stable to improving profitability. Starting at 2.84% in 2005, the margin experienced minor fluctuations in the early years, dropping to around 2.54% in 2009 and bouncing back to approximately 3.72% in 2024. This upward trend in margin, especially notable in the latter years, signals improved cost control or operational efficiency translating into higher profitability relative to sales.
Overall, the data depict a strong financial performance characterized by robust sales growth, increasing operating income, and improving operational margins. The acceleration in revenue and profitability metrics in recent years highlights an effective scaling of operations and potentially enhanced competitive positioning in the market.
Comparison to Competitors
Costco Wholesale Corp. | Target Corp. | Walmart Inc. | |
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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2024-09-01), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-09-03), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-08-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-08-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-08-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-09-01), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-09-02), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-09-03), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-08-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-08-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-09-01), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-09-02), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-08-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-08-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-08-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-09-02), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-09-03), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-08-28).