Valuation check: SUM's profit margin is 3.99%, below the Materials sector average of 17.03%.
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As of the most recent data (September 2024), SUM shows a profit margin of 3.99%. That compares with 12.43% in the prior-year period — down 67.9% year over year. That is below the Materials sector average of 17.03%. Scroll down for historical charts and peer comparison views.
Compared with the year-ago period, SUM's profit margin is now 3.99% (was 12.43%) — a 67.9% year-over-year decrease. Pairing that YoY change with peer averages gives a clearer picture of whether Summit Materials is outperforming or lagging.
The Materials sector average profit margin is about 17.03%. Summit Materials is at 3.99%, which is lower that average. That is roughly 76.6% below the sector mean. Use the comparison chart on this page to see how SUM stacks up against individual peers as well.
That compares with 12.43% in the prior-year period — down 67.9% year over year. Improvement over multiple periods is generally more meaningful than a single strong quarter. Compare Summit Materials with peers to see if the move is company-specific or sector-wide.
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