Valuation check: SLCA's profit margin is 6.61%, below the Materials sector average of 11.08%.
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U.S. Silica Holdings (SLCA) currently reports a profit margin of 6.61% as of June 2024. That compares with 9.2% in the prior-year period — down 28.1% year over year. That is below the Materials sector average of 11.08%. Use the charts on this page to explore U.S. Silica Holdings's profit margin history and peer comparisons.
U.S. Silica Holdings's profit margin decreased from 9.2% to 6.61% — a 28.1% year-over-year decrease (period ending June 2024). Watching multi-year history on the chart below helps separate one-off swings from a lasting trend.
U.S. Silica Holdings's profit margin of 6.61% is lower than the Materials sector average of 11.08%. That is roughly 40.3% 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 U.S. Silica Holdings's current 6.61% should be judged against Materials norms (sector average: 11.08%) and against SLCA'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 6.61%, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The Materials average is 11.08%. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for U.S. Silica Holdings, and consider following SLCA for alerts when major investors trade the stock.