Valuation check: QKLS's profit margin is -11.56%, below the sector sector average of 22.52%.
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Trailing 12 months ending Dec 2015
The latest profit margin for QKLS is -11.56% as of December 2015. That compares with -9.82% in the prior-year period — down 17.8% year over year. That is below the sector sector average of 22.52%. Investors often review this figure alongside QKL Stores's historical trend and sector peers before judging valuation or financial health.
Over the past year, QKLS's profit margin moved from -9.82% to -11.56% — a 17.8% year-over-year decrease. If the trend continues in the same direction for several quarters, it can signal a meaningful shift in QKL Stores's valuation or profitability profile.
Against its sector companies, QKLS currently prints -11.56% for profit margin, while the sector average sits near 22.52%. That is roughly 151.3% below the sector mean. Large gaps often invite a closer look at QKL Stores's growth, margins, and balance sheet.
Profit Margin shows how effectively QKL Stores converts resources into returns. At -11.56%, QKLS may look efficient or underperforming depending on peer benchmarks and trend direction. That compares with -9.82% in the prior-year period — down 17.8% year over year. Pair the percentage with revenue growth and leverage for a fuller health check.
After noting QKLS's profit margin (-11.56%), review year-over-year change from -9.82%, 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.