Valuation check: XXII's profit margin is -18.74%, below the Consumer Staples sector average of 14.6%.
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22nd Century Group (XXII) currently reports a profit margin of -18.74% as of March 2026. That compares with -43.15% in the prior-year period — up 56.6% year over year. That is below the Consumer Staples sector average of 14.6%. Use the charts on this page to explore 22nd Century Group's profit margin history and peer comparisons.
22nd Century Group's profit margin increased from -43.15% to -18.74% — a 56.6% year-over-year increase (period ending March 2026). Watching multi-year history on the chart below helps separate one-off swings from a lasting trend.
22nd Century Group's profit margin of -18.74% is lower than the Consumer Staples sector average of 14.6%. That is roughly 228.4% 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 22nd Century Group's current -18.74% should be judged against Consumer Staples norms (sector average: 14.6%) and against XXII'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 -18.74%, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The Consumer Staples average is 14.6%. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for 22nd Century Group, and consider following XXII for alerts when major investors trade the stock.