Valuation check: DAKT's profit margin is 5.41%, below the Consumer Discretionary sector average of 10.39%.
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The latest profit margin for DAKT is 5.41% as of April 2026. That compares with -1.34% in the prior-year period — up 504.4% year over year. That is below the Consumer Discretionary sector average of 10.39%. Investors often review this figure alongside Daktronics's historical trend and sector peers before judging valuation or financial health.
Over the past year, DAKT's profit margin moved from -1.34% to 5.41% — a 504.4% year-over-year increase. If the trend continues in the same direction for several quarters, it can signal a meaningful shift in Daktronics's valuation or profitability profile.
Against Consumer Discretionary companies, DAKT currently prints 5.41% for profit margin, while the sector average sits near 10.39%. That is roughly 47.9% below the sector mean. Large gaps often invite a closer look at Daktronics's growth, margins, and balance sheet.
Profit Margin shows how effectively Daktronics converts resources into returns. At 5.41%, DAKT may look efficient or underperforming depending on peer benchmarks and trend direction. That compares with -1.34% in the prior-year period — up 504.4% year over year. Pair the percentage with revenue growth and leverage for a fuller health check.
After noting DAKT's profit margin (5.41%), review year-over-year change from -1.34%, peer averages, and a few neighboring metrics such as revenue, margins, or valuation multiples. That combination usually beats staring at a single figure. The navigation links on this page jump you to those related views.