Affymetrix Profit Margin

Affymetrix (AFFX) currently reports a profit margin of 2.81% as of December 2015. That compares with -1.1% in the prior-year period — up 355.9% year over year. That is below the sector sector average of 19.72%. Use the charts on this page to explore Affymetrix's profit margin history and peer comparisons.

Affymetrix's profit margin increased from -1.1% to 2.81% — a 355.9% year-over-year increase (period ending December 2015). Watching multi-year history on the chart below helps separate one-off swings from a lasting trend.

Affymetrix's profit margin of 2.81% is lower than the its sector sector average of 19.72%. That is roughly 85.7% below the sector mean. A reading lower peers can reflect different growth expectations, capital structure, or profitability — so it is worth checking the peer comparison chart before drawing conclusions.

There is no universal 'good' profit margin, but Affymetrix's current 2.81% should be judged against industry norms (sector average: 19.72%) and against AFFX's own history. Strong, stable readings often indicate durable competitive advantage; volatile or declining ones deserve a closer look at margins and capital efficiency.

Start with the current profit margin of 2.81%, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The sector average is 19.72%. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for Affymetrix, and consider following AFFX for alerts when major investors trade the stock.