Kobe Steel, Profit Margin

Kobe Steel, (KBSTF) currently reports a profit margin of 2.75% as of June 2026. That compares with 5.32% in the prior-year period — down 48.2% year over year. That is below the Materials sector average of 18.87%. Use the charts on this page to explore Kobe Steel,'s profit margin history and peer comparisons.

Kobe Steel,'s profit margin decreased from 5.32% to 2.75% — a 48.2% year-over-year decrease (period ending June 2026). Watching multi-year history on the chart below helps separate one-off swings from a lasting trend.

Kobe Steel,'s profit margin of 2.75% is lower than the Materials sector average of 18.87%. That is roughly 85.4% 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 Kobe Steel,'s current 2.75% should be judged against Materials norms (sector average: 18.87%) and against KBSTF'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 2.75%, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The Materials average is 18.87%. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for Kobe Steel,, and consider following KBSTF for alerts when major investors trade the stock.