Lithium Technology (LTHUQ) has a profit margin of -176.83%, below the sector sector average of 13.4%.
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Lithium Technology (LTHUQ) currently reports a profit margin of -176.83% as of September 2011. That compares with -154.08% in the prior-year period — down 14.8% year over year. That is below the sector sector average of 13.4%. Use the charts on this page to explore Lithium Technology's profit margin history and peer comparisons.
Lithium Technology's profit margin decreased from -154.08% to -176.83% — a 14.8% year-over-year decrease (period ending September 2011). Watching multi-year history on the chart below helps separate one-off swings from a lasting trend.
Lithium Technology's profit margin of -176.83% is lower than the its sector sector average of 13.4%. That is roughly 1419.3% 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 Lithium Technology's current -176.83% should be judged against industry norms (sector average: 13.4%) and against LTHUQ'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 -176.83%, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The sector average is 13.4%. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for Lithium Technology, and consider following LTHUQ for alerts when major investors trade the stock.