Valuation check: WDFC's profit margin is 13.22%, below the Materials sector average of 16.45%.
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As of the most recent data (May 2026), WDFC shows a profit margin of 13.22%. That compares with 14.13% in the prior-year period — down 6.4% year over year. That is below the Materials sector average of 16.45%. Scroll down for historical charts and peer comparison views.
Compared with the year-ago period, WDFC's profit margin is now 13.22% (was 14.13%) — a 6.4% year-over-year decrease. Pairing that YoY change with peer averages gives a clearer picture of whether WD-40 is outperforming or lagging.
The Materials sector average profit margin is about 16.45%. WD-40 is at 13.22%, which is lower that average. That is roughly 19.6% below the sector mean. Use the comparison chart on this page to see how WDFC stacks up against individual peers as well.
That compares with 14.13% in the prior-year period — down 6.4% year over year. Improvement over multiple periods is generally more meaningful than a single strong quarter. Compare WD-40 with peers to see if the move is company-specific or sector-wide.
Besides this profit margin page, Stockcircle has WD-40's full stock overview, other financial metrics, insider and congress trade tabs, and tools to follow the stock. Together they help you connect profit margin (currently 13.22%) with ownership activity and broader fundamentals.