Valuation check: PE's profit margin is -2.13%, below the Energy sector average of 11.48%.
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Parsley Energy (PE) currently reports a profit margin of -2.13% as of September 2020. That compares with 14.03% in the prior-year period — down 1617.6% year over year. That is below the Energy sector average of 11.48%. Use the charts on this page to explore Parsley Energy's profit margin history and peer comparisons.
Parsley Energy's profit margin decreased from 14.03% to -2.13% — a 1617.6% year-over-year decrease (period ending September 2020). Watching multi-year history on the chart below helps separate one-off swings from a lasting trend.
Parsley Energy's profit margin of -2.13% is lower than the Energy sector average of 11.48%. That is roughly 1955.0% 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 Parsley Energy's current -2.13% should be judged against Energy norms (sector average: 11.48%) and against PE'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 -2.13%, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The Energy average is 11.48%. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for Parsley Energy, and consider following PE for alerts when major investors trade the stock.