Operating Margin - ACS Actividades de Construccion y Servicios SA (F:OCI)

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Price: 17.1 EUR 1.79%

Market Cap: 21.3B EUR

3.3%

Current

Average

5.2%

Industry

Operating Margin represents how efficiently a company is able to generate profit through its core operations.

Higher ratios are generally better, illustrating the company is efficient in its operations and is good at turning sales into profits.

Operating Margin

3.3%

Operating Profit

2.3B

Revenue

69.7B

Operating Margin Across Competitors

Country		Company	Market Cap	Operating Margin
ES		ACS Actividades de Construccion y Servicios SA MAD:ACS	22B EUR	3%
JP		Sumitomo Mitsui Construction Co Ltd TSE:1821	156.9T JPY	4%
FR		Vinci SA PAR:DG	67.1B EUR	12%
US		Quanta Services Inc NYSE:PWR	63.6B USD	6%
IN		Larsen and Toubro Ltd F:LTO	52.5B EUR	9%
IN		Larsen & Toubro Ltd NSE:LT	5.6T INR	9%
ES		Ferrovial SA MAD:FER	40.5B EUR	10%
NL		Ferrovial SE AEX:FER	40.6B EUR	10%
US		Comfort Systems USA Inc NYSE:FIX	33.2B USD	13%
CN	C	China State Construction Engineering Corp Ltd SSE:601668	214.9B CNY	4%
DE	H	Hochtief AG XETRA:HOT	25.4B EUR	4%

ACS Actividades de Construccion y Servicios SA
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Market Cap

21.3B EUR

Industry

Construction

ACS Actividades de Construcción y Servicios SA, often referred to simply as ACS, is a global behemoth in the world of infrastructure and construction services. Founded in Spain, this company has built an expansive empire that spans continents, engaging in numerous building and civil engineering projects. At its core, ACS operates through a diversified portfolio, with a significant emphasis on infrastructure development. The company expertly mixes traditional construction with specialized services in engineering and industrial operations, ensuring a steady stream of projects and contracts across the globe. With a methodical and strategic approach, it has positioned itself to capture both large-scale public works projects such as highways, bridges, and airports, as well as private sector contracts in energy and telecommunications. This diversity not only strengthens its revenue streams but also provides a buffer against the cyclicity of the construction industry. The revenue model of ACS is multi-layered and sophisticated, leveraging its subsidiaries and strategic joint ventures. Concessions, where ACS invests in the construction and then operation of infrastructure, provide a dependable long-term cash flow. Beyond construction, ACS has embraced the energy sector through interests in renewable energy projects, recognizing the global pivot towards sustainable solutions. This foresight into emerging trends allows ACS to tap into markets with lucrative growth potential. Furthermore, its industrial services arm provides a broad array of services, from energy transmission to facility management, adding another dimension to its earning capabilities. This comprehensive approach, combining construction prowess with strategic ventures and services, underlines ACS's ability to generate substantial revenues while navigating the complexities of the modern global market.

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ACS Actividades de Construccion y Servicios SA
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