Operating Margin - CA Sales Holdings Ltd (JSE:CAA)

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Price: 1 550 Zac 4.17%

Market Cap: 7.4B Zac

6.2%

Current

Average

3.5%

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

6.2%

Operating Profit

792.3m

Revenue

12.7B

Operating Margin Across Competitors

Country		Company	Market Cap	Operating Margin
ZA	C	CA Sales Holdings Ltd JSE:CAA	7.1B Zac	6%
US		Genuine Parts Co NYSE:GPC	17.5B USD	6%
BE		D'Ieteren Group NV XBRU:DIE	7.8B EUR	5%
US		Pool Corp NASDAQ:POOL	8.7B USD	11%
US		LKQ Corp NASDAQ:LKQ	7.6B USD	9%
CN		Wuchan Zhongda Group Co Ltd SSE:600704	28.4B CNY	1%
UK		Inchcape PLC LSE:INCH	2.9B GBP	6%
HK	C	China Tobacco International HK Co Ltd HKEX:6055	23.8B HKD	9%
CN		Zhejiang Orient Financial Holdings Group Co Ltd SSE:600120	20.3B CNY	11%
CN	L	Liaoning Cheng Da Co Ltd SSE:600739	17.5B CNY	-4%
CN	X	Xinhua Winshare Publishing and Media Co Ltd SSE:601811	16.8B CNY	11%

CA Sales Holdings Ltd
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Market Cap

7.4B Zac

Industry

Distributors

Nestled in the dynamic realm of consumer goods distribution in Southern Africa, CA Sales Holdings Ltd. has carved out a formidable niche for itself. Founded in 1988, the company has blossomed from its roots in Botswana into a pivotal player across the region. Its extensive network, built painstakingly over decades, ensures that a multitude of international and domestic brands find their way to the African consumer. By acting as a vital link in the supply chain, CA Sales orchestrates the journey of products from manufacturers to diverse retail points, be they small corner shops or expansive supermarkets. This seamless distribution prowess is complemented by an array of value-added services, including marketing, sales support, and warehousing solutions, ensuring that products are not just delivered, but are strategically positioned to succeed. CA Sales' financial engine hums in a well-oiled symphony of operations. Revenue flows through diversified streams, primarily driven by the commissions and fees earned from its expansive distribution services. With a sharp eye on market trends and consumer preferences, the company continuously adapts, ensuring its offerings resonate with changing demand. Its success lies in deftly managing a complex network of logistics while maintaining robust relationships with suppliers and clients alike. This approach not only amplifies its partners’ brand reach but also fortifies CA Sales’ standing in the market. By effectively leveraging scale, efficiency, and local expertise, CA Sales Holdings Ltd. epitomizes a business model that thrives on delivering value at every turn.

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CA Sales Holdings Ltd
JSE:CAA