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W. P. Carey Profit Margin

Valuation check: WPC's profit margin is 38.11%, above the Finance sector average of 25.78%.

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Quarterly Profit Margin

30.10%
↓ 7.93% YoY

As of Sep 2026

Annual Profit Margin (TTM)

38.11%
↑ 30.21% YoY

Trailing 12 months ending Sep 2026

Average Profit Margin (Comparison Companies)

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Profit Margin History

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Profit Margin Comparison

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Annual Profit Margin Growth Rate (%)

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W. P. Carey (WPC) FAQ

W. P. Carey (WPC) currently reports a profit margin of 38.11% as of September 2026. That compares with 29.27% in the prior-year period — up 30.2% year over year. That is above the Finance sector average of 25.78%. Use the charts on this page to explore W. P. Carey's profit margin history and peer comparisons.

W. P. Carey's profit margin increased from 29.27% to 38.11% — a 30.2% year-over-year increase (period ending September 2026). Watching multi-year history on the chart below helps separate one-off swings from a lasting trend.

W. P. Carey's profit margin of 38.11% is higher than the Finance sector average of 25.78%. That is roughly 47.8% 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 W. P. Carey's current 38.11% should be judged against Finance norms (sector average: 25.78%) and against WPC'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 38.11%, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The Finance average is 25.78%. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for W. P. Carey, and consider following WPC for alerts when major investors trade the stock.