Best Buy Inc. Profit Margin

As of the most recent data (July 2026), BBY shows a profit margin of 3.01%. That compares with 1.87% in the prior-year period — up 61.2% year over year. That is below the Consumer Discretionary sector average of 10.42%. Scroll down for historical charts and peer comparison views.

Compared with the year-ago period, BBY's profit margin is now 3.01% (was 1.87%) — a 61.2% year-over-year increase. Pairing that YoY change with peer averages gives a clearer picture of whether Best Buy Inc. is outperforming or lagging.

The Consumer Discretionary sector average profit margin is about 10.42%. Best Buy Inc. is at 3.01%, which is lower that average. That is roughly 71.1% below the sector mean. Use the comparison chart on this page to see how BBY stacks up against individual peers as well.

That compares with 1.87% in the prior-year period — up 61.2% year over year. Improvement over multiple periods is generally more meaningful than a single strong quarter. Compare Best Buy Inc. with peers to see if the move is company-specific or sector-wide.

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