APA (APA) has a profit margin of 17.8%, above the Energy sector average of 11.48%.
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APA (APA) currently reports a profit margin of 17.8% as of March 2026. That compares with 6.16% in the prior-year period — up 189.0% year over year. That is above the Energy sector average of 11.48%. Use the charts on this page to explore APA's profit margin history and peer comparisons.
APA's profit margin increased from 6.16% to 17.8% — a 189.0% year-over-year increase (period ending March 2026). Watching multi-year history on the chart below helps separate one-off swings from a lasting trend.
APA's profit margin of 17.8% is higher than the Energy sector average of 11.48%. That is roughly 55.1% above the sector mean. A reading higher 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 APA's current 17.8% should be judged against Energy norms (sector average: 11.48%) and against APA'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 17.8%, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The Energy average is 11.48%. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for APA, and consider following APA for alerts when major investors trade the stock.