Valuation check: VUSTX's profit margin is 28.61%, above the sector sector average of 13.09%.
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Vanguard Long-Term Treasury Fund Investor Shares (VUSTX) currently reports a profit margin of 28.61% as of November 2023. That compares with -359.94% in the prior-year period — up 107.9% year over year. That is above the sector sector average of 13.09%. Use the charts on this page to explore Vanguard Long-Term Treasury Fund Investor Shares's profit margin history and peer comparisons.
Vanguard Long-Term Treasury Fund Investor Shares's profit margin increased from -359.94% to 28.61% — a 107.9% year-over-year increase (period ending November 2023). Watching multi-year history on the chart below helps separate one-off swings from a lasting trend.
Vanguard Long-Term Treasury Fund Investor Shares's profit margin of 28.61% is higher than the its sector sector average of 13.09%. That is roughly 118.6% 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 Vanguard Long-Term Treasury Fund Investor Shares's current 28.61% should be judged against industry norms (sector average: 13.09%) and against VUSTX'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 28.61%, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The sector average is 13.09%. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for Vanguard Long-Term Treasury Fund Investor Shares, and consider following VUSTX for alerts when major investors trade the stock.