Valuation check: WRK's profit margin is 0.97%, below the Consumer Discretionary sector average of 4.53%.
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The latest profit margin for WRK is 0.97% as of June 2024. That compares with -6.82% in the prior-year period — up 114.2% year over year. That is below the Consumer Discretionary sector average of 4.53%. Investors often review this figure alongside WestRock's historical trend and sector peers before judging valuation or financial health.
Over the past year, WRK's profit margin moved from -6.82% to 0.97% — a 114.2% year-over-year increase. If the trend continues in the same direction for several quarters, it can signal a meaningful shift in WestRock's valuation or profitability profile.
Against Consumer Discretionary companies, WRK currently prints 0.97% for profit margin, while the sector average sits near 4.53%. That is roughly 78.7% below the sector mean. Large gaps often invite a closer look at WestRock's growth, margins, and balance sheet.
Profit Margin shows how effectively WestRock converts resources into returns. At 0.97%, WRK may look efficient or underperforming depending on peer benchmarks and trend direction. That compares with -6.82% in the prior-year period — up 114.2% year over year. Pair the percentage with revenue growth and leverage for a fuller health check.
After noting WRK's profit margin (0.97%), review year-over-year change from -6.82%, peer averages, and a few neighboring metrics such as revenue, margins, or valuation multiples. That combination usually beats staring at a single figure. The navigation links on this page jump you to those related views.