Pope & Talbot Profit Margin

The latest profit margin for PTBTQ is 1.33% as of June 2007. That compares with -8.8% in the prior-year period — up 115.1% year over year. That is below the Materials sector average of 17.0%. Investors often review this figure alongside Pope & Talbot's historical trend and sector peers before judging valuation or financial health.

Over the past year, PTBTQ's profit margin moved from -8.8% to 1.33% — a 115.1% year-over-year increase. If the trend continues in the same direction for several quarters, it can signal a meaningful shift in Pope & Talbot's valuation or profitability profile.

Against Materials companies, PTBTQ currently prints 1.33% for profit margin, while the sector average sits near 17.0%. That is roughly 92.2% below the sector mean. Large gaps often invite a closer look at Pope & Talbot's growth, margins, and balance sheet.

Profit Margin shows how effectively Pope & Talbot converts resources into returns. At 1.33%, PTBTQ may look efficient or underperforming depending on peer benchmarks and trend direction. That compares with -8.8% in the prior-year period — up 115.1% year over year. Pair the percentage with revenue growth and leverage for a fuller health check.

After noting PTBTQ's profit margin (1.33%), review year-over-year change from -8.8%, 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.