Stock Analysis on Net

Linde plc (NASDAQ:LIN)

$24.99

Net Profit Margin
since 2005

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Linde plc, net profit margin, long-term trends, calculation

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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 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).

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Net Income Trend
The net income demonstrated an overall growth trajectory from 2005 to 2024. Beginning at 726 million USD in 2005, it showed a steady increase, reaching peaks in 2018 at 4381 million USD before experiencing some fluctuations between 2019 and 2021. The upward trend continued towards 2024, culminating at 6565 million USD. The significant spike in 2018 indicates a particularly strong financial performance or event influencing profitability during that year.
Sales Performance
Sales revenue showed a steady rise from 7656 million USD in 2005 to a notable surge in 2019 at 28228 million USD. Subsequently, it fluctuated moderately, peaking again in 2021 at 33364 million USD before slightly declining and stabilizing around 33000 million USD in the last two reported years. This indicates robust sales growth over the long term with some variability in recent years, potentially due to market dynamics or strategic changes.
Net Profit Margin Dynamics
The net profit margin exhibited relative stability between 2005 and 2017, ranging mostly between approximately 9% and 15%. A remarkable increase occurred in 2018, with the margin reaching 29.4%, suggesting either improved operational efficiency, favorable pricing, or one-time gains during that period. After this spike, margins normalized but remained elevated compared to earlier years, showing an improvement to about 19.89% by 2024. This signals enhanced profitability relative to sales in recent years.
General Insights
The overall financial data portrays a company experiencing strong growth in both net income and sales over the examined period. Despite some fluctuations, the increasing net profit margin from 2018 onwards reflects efficiency improvements or better cost management. The large jump in income and margin in 2018 stands out as a critical point, potentially representing strategic shifts, acquisitions, or market advantages. The stabilization of sales in the last years with continued margin improvement suggests a focus on quality growth and profitability rather than volume alone.

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