Valuation check: SYK's profit margin is 13.78%, below the Healthcare sector average of 17.63%.
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Stryker (SYK) currently reports a profit margin of 13.78% as of September 2026. That compares with 12.07% in the prior-year period — up 14.1% year over year. That is below the Healthcare sector average of 17.63%. Use the charts on this page to explore Stryker's profit margin history and peer comparisons.
Stryker's profit margin increased from 12.07% to 13.78% — a 14.1% year-over-year increase (period ending September 2026). Watching multi-year history on the chart below helps separate one-off swings from a lasting trend.
Stryker's profit margin of 13.78% is lower than the Healthcare sector average of 17.63%. That is roughly 21.9% 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 Stryker's current 13.78% should be judged against Healthcare norms (sector average: 17.63%) and against SYK'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 13.78%, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The Healthcare average is 17.63%. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for Stryker, and consider following SYK for alerts when major investors trade the stock.