Valuation check: GLPG's profit margin is 46.83%, above the Healthcare sector average of 15.52%.
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As of the most recent data (March 2026), GLPG shows a profit margin of 46.83%. That compares with -58.83% in the prior-year period — up 179.6% year over year. That is above the Healthcare sector average of 15.52%. Scroll down for historical charts and peer comparison views.
Compared with the year-ago period, GLPG's profit margin is now 46.83% (was -58.83%) — a 179.6% year-over-year increase. Pairing that YoY change with peer averages gives a clearer picture of whether Galapagos NV is outperforming or lagging.
The Healthcare sector average profit margin is about 15.52%. Galapagos NV is at 46.83%, which is higher that average. That is roughly 201.8% above the sector mean. Use the comparison chart on this page to see how GLPG stacks up against individual peers as well.
That compares with -58.83% in the prior-year period — up 179.6% year over year. Improvement over multiple periods is generally more meaningful than a single strong quarter. Compare Galapagos NV with peers to see if the move is company-specific or sector-wide.
Besides this profit margin page, Stockcircle has Galapagos NV's full stock overview, other financial metrics, insider and congress trade tabs, and tools to follow the stock. Together they help you connect profit margin (currently 46.83%) with ownership activity and broader fundamentals.