Operating Profit Margin
since 2005
Calculation
Albemarle Corp., operating profit margin, long-term trends, calculation
| Operating profit margin | = | 100 | × | Operating profit1 | ÷ | Net sales1 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 31, 2022 | 33.74% | = | 100 | × | 2,470,061) | ÷ | 7,320,104) |
| Dec 31, 2021 | 23.99% | = | 100 | × | 798,434) | ÷ | 3,327,957) |
| Dec 31, 2020 | 16.17% | = | 100 | × | 505,812) | ÷ | 3,128,909) |
| Dec 31, 2019 | 18.56% | = | 100 | × | 666,123) | ÷ | 3,589,427) |
| Dec 31, 2018 | 27.01% | = | 100 | × | 911,540) | ÷ | 3,374,950) |
| Dec 31, 2017 | 19.13% | = | 100 | × | 587,749) | ÷ | 3,071,976) |
| Dec 31, 2016 | 21.46% | = | 100 | × | 574,551) | ÷ | 2,677,203) |
| Dec 31, 2015 | 12.12% | = | 100 | × | 442,435) | ÷ | 3,651,335) |
| Dec 31, 2014 | 11.09% | = | 100 | × | 271,298) | ÷ | 2,445,548) |
| Dec 31, 2013 | 22.28% | = | 100 | × | 582,909) | ÷ | 2,616,416) |
| Dec 31, 2012 | 14.79% | = | 100 | × | 406,164) | ÷ | 2,745,420) |
| Dec 31, 2011 | 20.49% | = | 100 | × | 587,840) | ÷ | 2,869,005) |
| Dec 31, 2010 | 17.56% | = | 100 | × | 414,848) | ÷ | 2,362,764) |
| Dec 31, 2009 | 9.29% | = | 100 | × | 186,280) | ÷ | 2,005,394) |
| Dec 31, 2008 | 8.95% | = | 100 | × | 220,917) | ÷ | 2,467,115) |
| Dec 31, 2007 | 13.26% | = | 100 | × | 309,887) | ÷ | 2,336,187) |
| Dec 31, 2006 | 7.49% | = | 100 | × | 177,484) | ÷ | 2,368,506) |
| Dec 31, 2005 | 7.78% | = | 100 | × | 163,896) | ÷ | 2,107,499) |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).
1 US$ in thousands
The financial data over the period analyzed exhibits notable fluctuations and trends in the key performance indicators of operating profit, net sales, and operating profit margin.
- Operating Profit
- The operating profit shows a general upward trajectory with significant volatility. Initially, from 2005 through 2009, it decreased from approximately 164 million to around 186 million US dollars, with a peak in 2007 near 310 million and a subsequent drop in 2008. Starting 2010, the operating profit shows considerable growth, reaching a notable high in 2018 at approximately 911 million US dollars. Despite some declines around 2019 and 2020, the profit saw a substantial increase in 2022, surging to over 2.47 billion US dollars, marking the highest value observed in the timeframe.
- Net Sales
- Net sales display fluctuations without a consistent upward or downward trend until 2014, when a significant increase occurred, peaking at over 3.65 billion US dollars. Post-2014, sales exhibited variability, declining in some years such as 2015 and 2020, but generally maintaining levels above 2.6 billion US dollars, and reaching an exceptional peak in 2022 at over 7.32 billion US dollars, more than doubling the previous highs.
- Operating Profit Margin
- The operating profit margin percentage reflects the changes in operating profit relative to net sales, with discernible variability. The margin started below 8% in 2005 and 2006, rising sharply to above 13% in 2007. This was followed by a downward adjustment around 2008-2009. A significant and sustained improvement occurred from 2010 onwards, with margins frequently exceeding 17%, and peaking impressively at 33.74% in 2022. The years 2017 and 2018 also recorded notable margins above 19%, indicating improved profitability relative to sales during those periods.
Overall, the data reveals a pattern of increasing profitability, both in absolute terms and as a proportion of sales, especially after 2010. The dramatic rise in both net sales and operating profit in 2022 suggests a period of exceptional financial performance. The fluctuations observed in earlier years might indicate sensitivity to market or operational factors, but the more recent years demonstrate stronger operational efficiency and revenue growth.
Comparison to Competitors
Albemarle Corp., operating profit margin, long-term trends, comparison to competitors
| Albemarle Corp. | Linde plc | |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 31, 2022 | 33.74% | 16.09% |
| Dec 31, 2021 | 23.99% | 16.19% |
| Dec 31, 2020 | 16.17% | 12.19% |
| Dec 31, 2019 | 18.56% | 10.39% |
| Dec 31, 2018 | 27.01% | 35.21% |
| Dec 31, 2017 | 19.13% | 21.40% |
| Dec 31, 2016 | 21.46% | 21.25% |
| Dec 31, 2015 | 12.12% | 21.54% |
| Dec 31, 2014 | 11.09% | 21.25% |
| Dec 31, 2013 | 22.28% | 22.01% |
| Dec 31, 2012 | 14.79% | 21.71% |
| Dec 31, 2011 | 20.49% | 21.93% |
| Dec 31, 2010 | 17.56% | 20.58% |
| Dec 31, 2009 | 9.29% | 17.59% |
| Dec 31, 2008 | 8.95% | 17.44% |
| Dec 31, 2007 | 13.26% | 19.00% |
| Dec 31, 2006 | 7.49% | 18.25% |
| Dec 31, 2005 | 7.78% | 16.89% |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).