Ames National Profit Margin

Ames National (ATLO) currently reports a profit margin of 26.73% as of September 2026. That compares with 20.93% in the prior-year period — up 27.7% year over year. That is below the Finance sector average of 31.21%. Use the charts on this page to explore Ames National's profit margin history and peer comparisons.

Ames National's profit margin increased from 20.93% to 26.73% — a 27.7% year-over-year increase (period ending September 2026). Watching multi-year history on the chart below helps separate one-off swings from a lasting trend.

Ames National's profit margin of 26.73% is lower than the Finance sector average of 31.21%. That is roughly 14.4% 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 Ames National's current 26.73% should be judged against Finance norms (sector average: 31.21%) and against ATLO'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 26.73%, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The Finance average is 31.21%. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for Ames National, and consider following ATLO for alerts when major investors trade the stock.