Applied Micro Circuits Profit Margin

Applied Micro Circuits (AMCC) currently reports a profit margin of -19.57% as of September 2016. That compares with -28.24% in the prior-year period — up 30.7% year over year. That is below the sector sector average of 19.69%. Use the charts on this page to explore Applied Micro Circuits's profit margin history and peer comparisons.

Applied Micro Circuits's profit margin increased from -28.24% to -19.57% — a 30.7% year-over-year increase (period ending September 2016). Watching multi-year history on the chart below helps separate one-off swings from a lasting trend.

Applied Micro Circuits's profit margin of -19.57% is lower than the its sector sector average of 19.69%. That is roughly 199.4% 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 Applied Micro Circuits's current -19.57% should be judged against industry norms (sector average: 19.69%) and against AMCC'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 -19.57%, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The sector average is 19.69%. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for Applied Micro Circuits, and consider following AMCC for alerts when major investors trade the stock.