Valuation check: LESL's profit margin is -21.24%, below the Consumer Staples sector average of 14.52%.
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The latest profit margin for LESL is -21.24% as of June 2026. That compares with -6.72% in the prior-year period — down 215.9% year over year. That is below the Consumer Staples sector average of 14.52%. Investors often review this figure alongside Leslies's historical trend and sector peers before judging valuation or financial health.
Over the past year, LESL's profit margin moved from -6.72% to -21.24% — a 215.9% year-over-year decrease. If the trend continues in the same direction for several quarters, it can signal a meaningful shift in Leslies's valuation or profitability profile.
Against Consumer Staples companies, LESL currently prints -21.24% for profit margin, while the sector average sits near 14.52%. That is roughly 246.2% below the sector mean. Large gaps often invite a closer look at Leslies's growth, margins, and balance sheet.
Profit Margin shows how effectively Leslies converts resources into returns. At -21.24%, LESL may look efficient or underperforming depending on peer benchmarks and trend direction. That compares with -6.72% in the prior-year period — down 215.9% year over year. Pair the percentage with revenue growth and leverage for a fuller health check.
After noting LESL's profit margin (-21.24%), review year-over-year change from -6.72%, 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.