Nielsen Holdings plc Profit Margin

Nielsen Holdings plc (NLSN) currently reports a profit margin of 15.22% as of September 2022. That compares with 18.33% in the prior-year period — down 16.9% year over year. That is above the Industrials sector average of 10.11%. Use the charts on this page to explore Nielsen Holdings plc's profit margin history and peer comparisons.

Nielsen Holdings plc's profit margin decreased from 18.33% to 15.22% — a 16.9% year-over-year decrease (period ending September 2022). Watching multi-year history on the chart below helps separate one-off swings from a lasting trend.

Nielsen Holdings plc's profit margin of 15.22% is higher than the Industrials sector average of 10.11%. That is roughly 50.6% 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 Nielsen Holdings plc's current 15.22% should be judged against Industrials norms (sector average: 10.11%) and against NLSN'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 15.22%, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The Industrials average is 10.11%. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for Nielsen Holdings plc, and consider following NLSN for alerts when major investors trade the stock.