Valuation check: PLNTQ's profit margin is -3.67%, below the Industrials sector average of 10.11%.
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Trailing 12 months ending Mar 2009
The latest profit margin for PLNTQ is -3.67% as of March 2009. That compares with -4.4% in the prior-year period — up 16.6% year over year. That is below the Industrials sector average of 10.11%. Investors often review this figure alongside Proliance International's historical trend and sector peers before judging valuation or financial health.
Over the past year, PLNTQ's profit margin moved from -4.4% to -3.67% — a 16.6% year-over-year increase. If the trend continues in the same direction for several quarters, it can signal a meaningful shift in Proliance International's valuation or profitability profile.
Against Industrials companies, PLNTQ currently prints -3.67% for profit margin, while the sector average sits near 10.11%. That is roughly 136.3% below the sector mean. Large gaps often invite a closer look at Proliance International's growth, margins, and balance sheet.
Profit Margin shows how effectively Proliance International converts resources into returns. At -3.67%, PLNTQ may look efficient or underperforming depending on peer benchmarks and trend direction. That compares with -4.4% in the prior-year period — up 16.6% year over year. Pair the percentage with revenue growth and leverage for a fuller health check.
After noting PLNTQ's profit margin (-3.67%), review year-over-year change from -4.4%, peer averages, and a few neighboring metrics such as revenue, margins, or valuation multiples. That combination usually beats staring at a single figure. The navigation links on this page jump you to those related views.