Education Management Profit Margin

The latest profit margin for EDMCQ is -29.21% as of June 2014. That compares with -10.73% in the prior-year period — down 172.4% year over year. That is below the Consumer Discretionary sector average of 4.53%. Investors often review this figure alongside Education Management's historical trend and sector peers before judging valuation or financial health.

Over the past year, EDMCQ's profit margin moved from -10.73% to -29.21% — a 172.4% year-over-year decrease. If the trend continues in the same direction for several quarters, it can signal a meaningful shift in Education Management's valuation or profitability profile.

Against Consumer Discretionary companies, EDMCQ currently prints -29.21% for profit margin, while the sector average sits near 4.53%. That is roughly 744.3% below the sector mean. Large gaps often invite a closer look at Education Management's growth, margins, and balance sheet.

Profit Margin shows how effectively Education Management converts resources into returns. At -29.21%, EDMCQ may look efficient or underperforming depending on peer benchmarks and trend direction. That compares with -10.73% in the prior-year period — down 172.4% year over year. Pair the percentage with revenue growth and leverage for a fuller health check.

After noting EDMCQ's profit margin (-29.21%), review year-over-year change from -10.73%, 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.