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LSE:AZN

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LSE:AZN
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Price: 14 052 GBX 0.52% Market Closed
Market Cap: £217.9B

Operating Margin

24.3%
Current
Improving
by 2.7%
vs 3-y average of 21.6%

Operating Margin shows how much profit a company makes from its regular business activities after covering operating costs. It helps measure how efficiently the company turns sales into profit.

Operating Margin
24.3%
=
Operating Income
$14.2B
/
Revenue
$58.1B

Operating Margin shows how much profit a company makes from its regular business activities after covering operating costs. It helps measure how efficiently the company turns sales into profit.

Operating Margin
24.3%
=
Operating Income
GBX14.2B
/
Revenue
$58.1B

Peer Comparison

Country Company Market Cap Operating
Margin
UK
AstraZeneca PLC
LSE:AZN
216.1B GBP
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US
Johnson & Johnson
NYSE:JNJ
578.6B USD
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US
Pfizer Inc
NYSE:PFE
154.7B USD
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US
Bristol-Myers Squibb Co
NYSE:BMY
125.6B USD
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UK
GSK plc
XETRA:GS71
102B EUR
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FR
Sanofi SA
PAR:SAN
97.1B EUR
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DE
Bayer AG
XETRA:BAYN
44.8B EUR
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US
Eli Lilly and Co
NYSE:LLY
997.2B USD
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CH
Roche Holding AG
SIX:ROG
281.1B CHF
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US
Merck & Co Inc
NYSE:MRK
303.5B USD
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CH
Novartis AG
SIX:NOVN
230.9B CHF
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Market Distribution

Higher than 98% of companies in United Kingdom
Percentile
98th
Based on 3 579 companies
98th percentile
24.3%
Low
-195 650% — 0%
Typical Range
0% — 0.2%
High
0.2% — 4 630.7%
Distribution Statistics
United Kingdom
Min -195 650%
30th Percentile 0%
Median 0.1%
70th Percentile 0.2%
Max 4 630.7%

AstraZeneca PLC
Glance View

AstraZeneca PLC stands as a formidable entity in the global pharmaceutical landscape, adeptly navigating the intricate dance of innovation and commerce. Emerging from a merger between Sweden's Astra AB and the UK's Zeneca Group in 1999, the company has carved a niche through its relentless pursuit of cutting-edge medical solutions. Central to its operations is a sophisticated ecosystem of research and development, where thousands of scientists tirelessly explore the expansive frontier of biotechnology. The lifeblood of AstraZeneca's growth is its robust pipeline, where potential life-saving medicines traverse an arduous journey from laboratory benches to clinical trials, and eventually, regulatory approval. This rigorous process underscores its commitment to addressing complex diseases in areas such as oncology, cardiovascular, and respiratory health – domains marked by high unmet medical needs and significant market demand. The commercial prowess of AstraZeneca is equally vital to its success narrative. With a global reach spanning over 100 countries, the company leverages its advanced production facilities and strategic partnerships to deliver its pharmaceutical breakthroughs to those in need. Revenue generation is predominantly through the sale of prescription drugs, with blockbuster medications serving as pivotal financial pillars. These products, once approved, are strategically marketed to healthcare providers, ensuring they gain traction in various markets. AstraZeneca's approach is finely tuned to balance the scale of mass production with the nuance of catering to specific regional demands, maintaining a competitive edge in a crowded pharmaceutical landscape. Through these intricacies of innovation, production, and strategic market positioning, AstraZeneca not only generates substantial revenues but also reinforces its mission to improve patient health outcomes worldwide.

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What is Operating Margin?
Operating Margin shows how much profit a company makes from its regular business activities after covering operating costs. It helps measure how efficiently the company turns sales into profit.
How is Operating Margin calculated?

Operating Margin is calculated by dividing the Operating Income by the Revenue.

Operating Margin
24.3%
=
Operating Income
$14.2B
/
Revenue
$58.1B
What is AstraZeneca PLC's current Operating Margin?

The current Operating Margin for AstraZeneca PLC is 24.3%, which is above its 3-year median of 21.6%.

How has Operating Margin changed over time?

Over the last 3 years, AstraZeneca PLC’s Operating Margin has increased from 16.9% to 24.3%. During this period, it reached a low of 16.9% on Sep 30, 2022 and a high of 24.4% on Jun 30, 2025.

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