Valuation check: UUGWF's profit margin is 17.95%, above the sector sector average of 13.23%.
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United Utilities Group PLC (UUGWF) currently reports a profit margin of 17.95% as of March 2026. That compares with 8.79% in the prior-year period — up 104.2% year over year. That is above the sector sector average of 13.23%. Use the charts on this page to explore United Utilities Group PLC's profit margin history and peer comparisons.
United Utilities Group PLC's profit margin increased from 8.79% to 17.95% — a 104.2% year-over-year increase (period ending March 2026). Watching multi-year history on the chart below helps separate one-off swings from a lasting trend.
United Utilities Group PLC's profit margin of 17.95% is higher than the its sector sector average of 13.23%. That is roughly 35.7% above the sector mean. A reading higher 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 United Utilities Group PLC's current 17.95% should be judged against industry norms (sector average: 13.23%) and against UUGWF'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 17.95%, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The sector average is 13.23%. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for United Utilities Group PLC, and consider following UUGWF for alerts when major investors trade the stock.