American Spectrum Realty Profit Margin

American Spectrum Realty (AQQSQ) currently reports a profit margin of -29.9% as of December 2013. That compares with 2.52% in the prior-year period — down 1285.3% year over year. That is below the sector sector average of 21.34%. Use the charts on this page to explore American Spectrum Realty's profit margin history and peer comparisons.

American Spectrum Realty's profit margin decreased from 2.52% to -29.9% — a 1285.3% year-over-year decrease (period ending December 2013). Watching multi-year history on the chart below helps separate one-off swings from a lasting trend.

American Spectrum Realty's profit margin of -29.9% is lower than the its sector sector average of 21.34%. That is roughly 240.1% 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 American Spectrum Realty's current -29.9% should be judged against industry norms (sector average: 21.34%) and against AQQSQ'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 -29.9%, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The sector average is 21.34%. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for American Spectrum Realty, and consider following AQQSQ for alerts when major investors trade the stock.