Calculation
| Operating profit margin | = | 100 | × | Income (loss) from operations1 | ÷ | Net sales1 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 31, 2022 | 16.59% | = | 100 | × | 3,770,206) | ÷ | 22,726,418) |
| Dec 31, 2021 | 12.00% | = | 100 | × | 2,387,424) | ÷ | 19,893,856) |
| Dec 31, 2020 | 6.35% | = | 100 | × | 543,854) | ÷ | 8,558,874) |
| Dec 31, 2019 | 5.39% | = | 100 | × | 392,306) | ÷ | 7,280,431) |
| Dec 31, 2018 | 4.78% | = | 100 | × | 368,968) | ÷ | 7,724,771) |
| Dec 31, 2017 | 4.05% | = | 100 | × | 285,103) | ÷ | 7,034,209) |
| Dec 31, 2016 | 3.71% | = | 100 | × | 236,336) | ÷ | 6,367,284) |
| Dec 31, 2015 | 2.54% | = | 100 | × | 90,617) | ÷ | 3,564,425) |
| Dec 31, 2014 | 3.12% | = | 100 | × | 50,018) | ÷ | 1,604,096) |
| Dec 31, 2013 | 3.22% | = | 100 | × | 48,042) | ÷ | 1,489,892) |
| Dec 31, 2012 | -0.81% | = | 100 | × | (8,703) | ÷ | 1,070,676) |
| Dec 31, 2011 | -4.81% | = | 100 | × | (37,475) | ÷ | 779,093) |
| Dec 31, 2010 | -9.10% | = | 100 | × | (63,733) | ÷ | 700,343) |
| Dec 31, 2009 | -8.95% | = | 100 | × | (60,667) | ÷ | 677,886) |
| Dec 31, 2008 | -12.08% | = | 100 | × | (124,996) | ÷ | 1,034,524) |
| Dec 31, 2007 | -0.81% | = | 100 | × | (12,875) | ÷ | 1,592,462) |
| Dec 31, 2006 | 6.24% | = | 100 | × | 139,848) | ÷ | 2,239,454) |
| Dec 31, 2005 | 5.35% | = | 100 | × | 125,172) | ÷ | 2,337,757) |
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 analysis of the annual financial data reveals significant fluctuations in the company's financial performance over the observed period. The trends indicate a strong recovery and growth in recent years following a period of operational losses and challenges.
- Income (loss) from operations
- The operational income exhibited considerable volatility from 2005 through 2012, with notable losses recorded between 2007 and 2012. The company posted negative values from 2007 (-$12,875 thousand) continuing through 2012 (-$8,703 thousand), reflecting challenging operating conditions. However, from 2013 onwards, a consistent upward trajectory is observed. The income increased substantially from $48,042 thousand in 2013 to $3,770,206 thousand by 2022, marking a dramatic turnaround and growth in operational profit.
- Net sales
- Net sales showed a declining trend from 2005 ($2,337,757 thousand) through 2009 ($677,886 thousand), suggesting a contraction in revenue. Starting from 2010, sales began recovering, with a marked increase reaching $3,564,425 thousand in 2015 and further expanding aggressively to $22,726,418 thousand by 2022. This growth likely underpins the improved profitability seen in the later years.
- Operating profit margin
- The operating profit margin followed a similar pattern to income from operations, with negative margins recorded between 2007 and 2012, reaching a low of -12.08% in 2008. Beginning in 2013, the margin turned positive at 3.22% and steadily improved over the years, attaining 16.59% by 2022. This trend indicates enhanced operational efficiency and stronger pricing power or cost management in the company's business model.
Overall, the data reflects a challenging period during the late 2000s, characterized by declining sales and operational losses, likely influenced by external economic factors or internal issues. From the early 2010s, a clear recovery and expansion phase is evident, with accelerating sales growth and improving profitability metrics, culminating in substantial financial strength and operational efficiency as of 2022.
Comparison to Competitors
| Builders FirstSource Inc. | Boeing Co. | Caterpillar Inc. | Lockheed Martin Corp. | RTX Corp. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 31, 2022 | 16.59% | -5.33% | 13.97% | 12.65% | 8.07% |
| Dec 31, 2021 | 12.00% | -4.66% | 14.27% | 13.61% | 7.70% |
| Dec 31, 2020 | 6.35% | -21.95% | 11.67% | 13.22% | -3.34% |
| Dec 31, 2019 | 5.39% | -2.58% | 16.33% | 14.29% | 11.64% |
| Dec 31, 2018 | 4.78% | 11.85% | 16.00% | 13.64% | 12.86% |
| Dec 31, 2017 | 4.05% | 11.01% | 10.32% | 11.60% | 14.49% |
| Dec 31, 2016 | 3.71% | 6.17% | 1.39% | 11.74% | 14.28% |
| Dec 31, 2015 | 2.54% | 7.74% | 7.38% | 11.78% | 13.00% |
| Dec 31, 2014 | 3.12% | 8.23% | 10.22% | 12.26% | 15.01% |
| Dec 31, 2013 | 3.22% | 7.58% | 10.68% | 9.93% | 14.70% |
| Dec 31, 2012 | -0.81% | 7.72% | 13.59% | 9.40% | 13.32% |
| Dec 31, 2011 | -4.81% | 8.50% | 12.46% | 8.56% | 13.92% |
| Dec 31, 2010 | -9.10% | 7.73% | 9.94% | 8.94% | 13.23% |
| Dec 31, 2009 | -8.95% | 3.07% | 1.95% | 9.88% | 12.33% |
| Dec 31, 2008 | -12.08% | 6.49% | 9.26% | 12.01% | 13.14% |
| Dec 31, 2007 | -0.81% | 8.78% | 11.73% | 10.81% | 13.08% |
| Dec 31, 2006 | 6.24% | 4.90% | 12.66% | 9.98% | 12.94% |
| Dec 31, 2005 | 5.35% | 5.13% | 11.13% | 8.02% | 12.26% |
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).