Valuation check: MCF's profit margin is -28.38%, below the Energy sector average of 18.87%.
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Contango Oil & Gas Company (MCF) currently reports a profit margin of -28.38% as of September 2021. That compares with -230.23% in the prior-year period — up 87.7% year over year. That is below the Energy sector average of 18.87%. Use the charts on this page to explore Contango Oil & Gas Company's profit margin history and peer comparisons.
Contango Oil & Gas Company's profit margin increased from -230.23% to -28.38% — a 87.7% year-over-year increase (period ending September 2021). Watching multi-year history on the chart below helps separate one-off swings from a lasting trend.
Contango Oil & Gas Company's profit margin of -28.38% is lower than the Energy sector average of 18.87%. That is roughly 250.4% 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 Contango Oil & Gas Company's current -28.38% should be judged against Energy norms (sector average: 18.87%) and against MCF'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 -28.38%, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The Energy average is 18.87%. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for Contango Oil & Gas Company, and consider following MCF for alerts when major investors trade the stock.