Latest profit margin for Johnson & Johnson: 16.12% — see history and peer comparisons.
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Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) currently reports a profit margin of 16.12% as of September 2026. That compares with 36.72% in the prior-year period — down 56.1% year over year. That is below the Healthcare sector average of 19.13%. Use the charts on this page to explore Johnson & Johnson's profit margin history and peer comparisons.
Johnson & Johnson's profit margin decreased from 36.72% to 16.12% — a 56.1% year-over-year decrease (period ending September 2026). Watching multi-year history on the chart below helps separate one-off swings from a lasting trend.
Johnson & Johnson's profit margin of 16.12% is lower than the Healthcare sector average of 19.13%. That is roughly 15.8% below the sector mean. A reading lower peers can reflect different growth expectations, capital structure, or profitability — so it is worth checking the peer comparison chart before drawing conclusions.
There is no universal 'good' profit margin, but Johnson & Johnson's current 16.12% should be judged against Healthcare norms (sector average: 19.13%) and against JNJ's own history. Strong, stable readings often indicate durable competitive advantage; volatile or declining ones deserve a closer look at margins and capital efficiency.
Start with the current profit margin of 16.12%, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The Healthcare average is 19.13%. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for Johnson & Johnson, and consider following JNJ for alerts when major investors trade the stock.