Virtus KAR Small-Cap Core Fund (VSCRX) has a profit margin of 1.54%, below the sector sector average of 13.2%.
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Virtus KAR Small-Cap Core Fund (VSCRX) currently reports a profit margin of 1.54% as of December 2023. That compares with 5.38% in the prior-year period — down 71.3% year over year. That is below the sector sector average of 13.2%. Use the charts on this page to explore Virtus KAR Small-Cap Core Fund's profit margin history and peer comparisons.
Virtus KAR Small-Cap Core Fund's profit margin decreased from 5.38% to 1.54% — a 71.3% year-over-year decrease (period ending December 2023). Watching multi-year history on the chart below helps separate one-off swings from a lasting trend.
Virtus KAR Small-Cap Core Fund's profit margin of 1.54% is lower than the its sector sector average of 13.2%. That is roughly 88.3% 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 Virtus KAR Small-Cap Core Fund's current 1.54% should be judged against industry norms (sector average: 13.2%) and against VSCRX'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 1.54%, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The sector average is 13.2%. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for Virtus KAR Small-Cap Core Fund, and consider following VSCRX for alerts when major investors trade the stock.