Valuation check: GPRE's profit margin is -0.8%, below the Materials sector average of 16.45%.
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The latest profit margin for GPRE is -0.8% as of March 2026. That compares with -4.24% in the prior-year period — up 81.2% year over year. That is below the Materials sector average of 16.45%. Investors often review this figure alongside Green Plains's historical trend and sector peers before judging valuation or financial health.
Over the past year, GPRE's profit margin moved from -4.24% to -0.8% — a 81.2% year-over-year increase. If the trend continues in the same direction for several quarters, it can signal a meaningful shift in Green Plains's valuation or profitability profile.
Against Materials companies, GPRE currently prints -0.8% for profit margin, while the sector average sits near 16.45%. That is roughly 104.8% below the sector mean. Large gaps often invite a closer look at Green Plains's growth, margins, and balance sheet.
Profit Margin shows how effectively Green Plains converts resources into returns. At -0.8%, GPRE may look efficient or underperforming depending on peer benchmarks and trend direction. That compares with -4.24% in the prior-year period — up 81.2% year over year. Pair the percentage with revenue growth and leverage for a fuller health check.
After noting GPRE's profit margin (-0.8%), review year-over-year change from -4.24%, 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.