Valuation check: MAR's profit margin is 9.72%, above the Consumer Discretionary sector average of 9.32%.
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Marriott International (MAR) currently reports a profit margin of 9.72% as of March 2026. That compares with 9.75% in the prior-year period — down 0.3% year over year. That is above the Consumer Discretionary sector average of 9.32%. Use the charts on this page to explore Marriott International's profit margin history and peer comparisons.
Marriott International's profit margin decreased from 9.75% to 9.72% — a 0.3% year-over-year decrease (period ending March 2026). Watching multi-year history on the chart below helps separate one-off swings from a lasting trend.
Marriott International's profit margin of 9.72% is higher than the Consumer Discretionary sector average of 9.32%. That is roughly 4.3% above the sector mean. A reading higher 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 Marriott International's current 9.72% should be judged against Consumer Discretionary norms (sector average: 9.32%) and against MAR'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 9.72%, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The Consumer Discretionary average is 9.32%. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for Marriott International, and consider following MAR for alerts when major investors trade the stock.