Stock Analysis on Net

Intuit Inc. (NASDAQ:INTU)

$24.99

Price to Operating Profit (P/OP)
since 2005

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Calculation

Intuit Inc., P/OP, long-term trends, calculation

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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2024-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-07-31).

1 US$

2 Data adjusted for splits and stock dividends.

3 Closing price as at the filing date of Intuit Inc. Annual Report.


Share Price Trend
The share price of the company shows a general upward trajectory over the analyzed period from 2005 to 2024. Starting at $22.44 in 2005, the price experienced fluctuations in the initial years with modest declines and recoveries, peaking at $83.99 by 2014. From this point onward, the price exhibited substantial growth, reaching $623.1 by 2024. Notable jumps include the period between 2017 and 2018, moving from $141.9 to $219.47, and the sharp rise from 2020 ($345.39) to 2021 ($567.59), despite a pullback in 2022. The overall pattern suggests increasing investor confidence and perceived value over time.
Operating Profit Per Share (OPPS) Trend
Operating profit per share consistently increased during the same timeframe. Beginning at $1.47 in 2005, the OPPS showed moderate growth yearly, with no significant declines, reaching $4.60 by 2014. After a slight dip to $2.66 in 2015, the OPPS resumed growth and outpaced earlier gains, closing at $12.95 by 2024. The growth in OPPS indicates improved operational efficiency and profitability on a per-share basis, reflecting strong earnings performance.
Price to Operating Profit Ratio (P/OP)
The price to operating profit ratio exhibited considerable volatility. Initially fluctuating between approximately 13 and 20 from 2005 to 2010, the ratio increased significantly after 2010, showing values above 20 and reaching peaks above 60 in 2021. This suggests that the market price increased at a faster pace than operating profit, indicating growing investor expectations or market optimism beyond underlying operational earnings. After peaking, the ratio declined to around 46 by 2024 but remains elevated relative to earlier years, signaling a higher valuation relative to operating profit than in the past.
Overall Insights
The analysis reveals a company with steadily growing operational profitability per share coupled with a share price that has increased substantially over almost two decades. Despite short-term fluctuations and a notable increase in valuation multiples, the market consistently values the company's earnings potential strongly. The elevated P/OP ratios in recent years might reflect investor anticipation of continued growth, innovation, or market leadership, though also suggest increased valuation risks relative to operating profits. Sustained growth in operating profit per share supports the premium valuation to some extent, indicating strong underlying business fundamentals.

Comparison to Competitors

Intuit Inc., P/OP, long-term trends, comparison to competitors

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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2024-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-07-31).