Stock Analysis on Net

HP Inc. (NYSE:HPQ)

$22.49

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Common-Size Income Statement

HP Inc., common-size consolidated income statement

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12 months ended: Oct 31, 2018 Oct 31, 2017 Oct 31, 2016 Oct 31, 2015 Oct 31, 2014 Oct 31, 2013
Net revenue
Cost of revenue
Gross profit
Research and development
Selling, general and administrative
Restructuring and other charges
Acquisition-related charges
Amortization of intangible assets
Separation costs
Defined benefit plan settlement charges
Impairment of data center assets
Earnings from operations
Interest expense on borrowings
Loss on extinguishment of debt
Tax indemnifications
Other, net
Interest and other, net
Earnings from continuing operations before taxes
(Provision for) benefit from taxes
Net earnings from continuing operations
Net loss from discontinued operations
Net earnings

Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2018-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-10-31).


Cost of Revenue
The cost of revenue as a percentage of net revenue demonstrated an increasing trend over the analyzed period. It rose from approximately 76.9% in 2013 to 81.75% in 2018, indicating a growing share of revenue consumed by costs associated with production or services delivered.
Gross Profit
Correspondingly, gross profit margin declined from 23.08% in 2013 to 18.25% in 2018, with notable decreases occurring after 2015. This suggests reduced profitability at the gross level, potentially due to increased costs or pricing pressures.
Research and Development (R&D)
R&D expenses as a percentage of net revenue fluctuated mildly, peaking at 3.39% in 2015 before declining to 2.4% by 2018. This indicates fluctuating investment in innovation or product development relative to revenue.
Selling, General and Administrative (SG&A) Expenses
SG&A expenses decreased significantly between 2015 and 2016, dropping from approximately 11.79% to 7.95% of net revenue, and then stabilized around 8% in subsequent years. This represents improved cost control or a restructuring of administrative and selling functions.
Restructuring and Other Charges
These charges showed volatility with a peak at 1.45% in 2014, but declined substantially to 0.23% by 2018, possibly reflecting completion of restructuring activities and related one-time expenses.
Acquisition-Related and Amortization of Intangible Assets
Both categories remained relatively low as a percentage of net revenue throughout the period, with slight fluctuations. Amortization of intangible assets notably reduced to near zero in 2016 and 2017 before a minor increase in 2018, indicating potential changes in intangible asset portfolios.
Separation Costs, Defined Benefit Plan Settlement Charges, and Impairment Charges
These items appeared sporadically and with minor amounts, suggesting occasional non-recurring expenses with limited impact on overall financial performance.
Earnings from Operations
Operating earnings fluctuated between 5.29% and 7.36% of net revenue, with a dip in 2015 and recovery in 2016. The margin remained relatively stable around 6.7% to 7% in the latter years, reflecting consistent operating profitability despite gross margin pressures.
Interest Expense and Other Financial Items
Interest expense on borrowings was relatively low and stable around 0.3% to 0.6%. Loss on extinguishment of debt appeared in 2018. Tax indemnifications varied considerably, with a positive impact in 2016 and a negative in 2018. Other net items had minimal effect but showed some variability.
Earnings before Taxes
Pre-tax earnings followed an overall downward trend from 5.8% in 2013 to 5.15% in 2018, peaking at 7.8% in 2016. This pattern reflects variations in operational earnings and financial items impacting profitability before taxes.
Tax Provision
The tax provision as a percentage of net revenue fluctuated significantly, from a low of -0.17% in 2015 to a positive 3.96% in 2018, suggesting variability in tax expense and benefits, potentially from tax planning strategies or one-time tax events.
Net Earnings
Net earnings from continuing operations displayed stability around 4.4% to 5.5% until 2017, followed by a notable increase to 9.11% in 2018. Net earnings overall mirrored this trend, indicating improved profitability in the latest reporting period. This increase may be attributed to favorable tax treatment or operational improvements.
Discontinued Operations
A net loss from discontinued operations was recorded only in 2016 at -0.35%, having a minor adverse effect on net earnings that year.