James Halstead plc Profit Margin

James Halstead plc's profit margin stands at 15.2% as of December 2025. That compares with 13.96% in the prior-year period — up 8.9% year over year. That is below the sector sector average of 22.52%. Stockcircle updates this page with the newest filings so you can track how the metric evolves quarter by quarter.

James Halstead plc reported 15.2% in profit margin versus 13.96% a year earlier — a 8.9% year-over-year increase. The historical chart on this page makes it easier to see whether that move is part of a longer pattern.

James Halstead plc sits lower the its sector benchmark (22.52%) with a profit margin of 15.2%. That is roughly 32.5% below the sector mean. Peer context matters because what looks expensive or cheap in absolute terms can be normal for the sector.

A profit margin of 15.2% for James Halstead plc means each unit of related capital or sales is generating that return rate. Higher is usually better for profitability metrics, but extremely high figures can reflect one-time items or thin equity bases. Review several years of data on this page before extrapolating.

The history chart shows how James Halstead plc's profit margin evolved across reporting periods, while the comparison chart places JHD.L next to similar companies. Use both: a rising metric that still lags peers tells a different story than a rising metric that already leads the group. Growth charts, when available, highlight acceleration or slowdown.