Valuation check: AVA's profit margin is 11.83%, below the Utilities sector average of 13.02%.
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Avista (AVA) currently reports a profit margin of 11.83% as of June 2026. That compares with 9.14% in the prior-year period — up 29.4% year over year. That is below the Utilities sector average of 13.02%. Use the charts on this page to explore Avista's profit margin history and peer comparisons.
Avista's profit margin increased from 9.14% to 11.83% — a 29.4% year-over-year increase (period ending June 2026). Watching multi-year history on the chart below helps separate one-off swings from a lasting trend.
Avista's profit margin of 11.83% is lower than the Utilities sector average of 13.02%. That is roughly 9.2% 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 Avista's current 11.83% should be judged against Utilities norms (sector average: 13.02%) and against AVA'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 11.83%, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The Utilities average is 13.02%. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for Avista, and consider following AVA for alerts when major investors trade the stock.