Valuation check: STE's profit margin is 13.41%, above the Healthcare sector average of 9.48%.
Get informed when a big investor buys or sells
+ FollowAs of Sep 2026
Trailing 12 months ending Sep 2026
As of the most recent data (September 2026), STE shows a profit margin of 13.41%. That compares with 12.07% in the prior-year period — up 11.1% year over year. That is above the Healthcare sector average of 9.48%. Scroll down for historical charts and peer comparison views.
Compared with the year-ago period, STE's profit margin is now 13.41% (was 12.07%) — a 11.1% year-over-year increase. Pairing that YoY change with peer averages gives a clearer picture of whether Steris Plc is outperforming or lagging.
The Healthcare sector average profit margin is about 9.48%. Steris Plc is at 13.41%, which is higher that average. That is roughly 41.5% above the sector mean. Use the comparison chart on this page to see how STE stacks up against individual peers as well.
That compares with 12.07% in the prior-year period — up 11.1% year over year. Improvement over multiple periods is generally more meaningful than a single strong quarter. Compare Steris Plc with peers to see if the move is company-specific or sector-wide.
Besides this profit margin page, Stockcircle has Steris Plc's full stock overview, other financial metrics, insider and congress trade tabs, and tools to follow the stock. Together they help you connect profit margin (currently 13.41%) with ownership activity and broader fundamentals.