Tesco plc Profit Margin

Tesco plc (TSCDY) currently reports a profit margin of 2.4% as of February 2026. That compares with 1.45% in the prior-year period — up 65.7% year over year. That is below the Consumer Staples sector average of 14.6%. Use the charts on this page to explore Tesco plc's profit margin history and peer comparisons.

Tesco plc's profit margin increased from 1.45% to 2.4% — a 65.7% year-over-year increase (period ending February 2026). Watching multi-year history on the chart below helps separate one-off swings from a lasting trend.

Tesco plc's profit margin of 2.4% is lower than the Consumer Staples sector average of 14.6%. That is roughly 83.6% 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 Tesco plc's current 2.4% should be judged against Consumer Staples norms (sector average: 14.6%) and against TSCDY'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 2.4%, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The Consumer Staples average is 14.6%. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for Tesco plc, and consider following TSCDY for alerts when major investors trade the stock.