Valuation check: BK's profit margin is 23.93%, below the Finance sector average of 31.21%.
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As of the most recent data (December 2026), BK shows a profit margin of 23.93%. That compares with 16.15% in the prior-year period — up 48.2% year over year. That is below the Finance sector average of 31.21%. Scroll down for historical charts and peer comparison views.
Compared with the year-ago period, BK's profit margin is now 23.93% (was 16.15%) — a 48.2% year-over-year increase. Pairing that YoY change with peer averages gives a clearer picture of whether Bank Of New York Mellon is outperforming or lagging.
The Finance sector average profit margin is about 31.21%. Bank Of New York Mellon is at 23.93%, which is lower that average. That is roughly 23.3% below the sector mean. Use the comparison chart on this page to see how BK stacks up against individual peers as well.
That compares with 16.15% in the prior-year period — up 48.2% year over year. Improvement over multiple periods is generally more meaningful than a single strong quarter. Compare Bank Of New York Mellon with peers to see if the move is company-specific or sector-wide.
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