Latest profit margin for Denny`s: 2.24% — see history and peer comparisons.
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The latest profit margin for DENN is 2.24% as of September 2025. That compares with 3.9% in the prior-year period — down 42.7% year over year. That is below the Consumer Staples sector average of 14.52%. Investors often review this figure alongside Denny`s's historical trend and sector peers before judging valuation or financial health.
Over the past year, DENN's profit margin moved from 3.9% to 2.24% — a 42.7% year-over-year decrease. If the trend continues in the same direction for several quarters, it can signal a meaningful shift in Denny`s's valuation or profitability profile.
Against Consumer Staples companies, DENN currently prints 2.24% for profit margin, while the sector average sits near 14.52%. That is roughly 84.6% below the sector mean. Large gaps often invite a closer look at Denny`s's growth, margins, and balance sheet.
Profit Margin shows how effectively Denny`s converts resources into returns. At 2.24%, DENN may look efficient or underperforming depending on peer benchmarks and trend direction. That compares with 3.9% in the prior-year period — down 42.7% year over year. Pair the percentage with revenue growth and leverage for a fuller health check.
After noting DENN's profit margin (2.24%), review year-over-year change from 3.9%, 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.