Operating Margin - GB Group PLC (LSE:GBG)

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Price: 249.5 GBX 0.4%

Market Cap: 597.4m GBX

9.7%

Current

Average

3.3%

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

9.7%

Operating Profit

27.2m

Revenue

281.4m

Operating Margin Across Competitors

Country		Company	Market Cap	Operating Margin
UK		GB Group PLC LSE:GBG	612.9m GBP	10%
US		Ezenia! Inc OTC:EZEN	567B USD	-132%
US		Palantir Technologies Inc NYSE:PLTR	435.5B USD	22%
DE		SAP SE XETRA:SAP	245.3B EUR	27%
US		Salesforce Inc NYSE:CRM	247B USD	22%
US		Applovin Corp NASDAQ:APP	227B USD	60%
US		Intuit Inc NASDAQ:INTU	186.9B USD	27%
US		Adobe Inc NASDAQ:ADBE	151.2B USD	36%
US	N	NCR Corp LSE:0K45	134B USD	5%
US		Cadence Design Systems Inc NASDAQ:CDNS	88.1B USD	32%
US		Synopsys Inc NASDAQ:SNPS	84B USD	17%

GB Group PLC
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Market Cap

612.9m GBX

Industry

Technology

In the bustling world of identity management and digital solutions, GB Group PLC (or GBG) has carved out a prominent niche, thriving at the intersection of technology, data, and security. With its roots firmly planted in the UK, GB Group has extended its reach globally, addressing the burgeoning need for digital identity verification in an increasingly connected world. The company crafts innovative solutions that help businesses and governments across the globe verify identities, combat fraud, and comply with regulatory requirements. The core competencies of GBG lie in its ability to blend vast data resources with cutting-edge technology, offering products that cater to various sectors including financial services, retail, telecommunications, and transportation. Their suite of solutions ranges from identity verification and location intelligence, to fraud detection and prevention, creating a comprehensive toolkit that enables seamless and secure digital interactions. GBG's revenue engine is fueled by subscriptions and licenses for its software-as-a-service (SaaS) offerings, complemented by consultancy services that ensure clients maximize the utility of its solutions. The company capitalizes on the increasing need for secure customer onboarding and transaction validation, as businesses globalise and transactions become predominantly digital. A key aspect of GBG’s business model is its ability to update and expand its data sources and algorithms, allowing for dynamic adaptability in an ever-evolving regulatory landscape. This continual evolution ensures client loyalty and attracts new customers, thereby sustaining its growth trajectory. In navigating the complex waters of digital identity and fraud prevention, GBG has positioned itself as not just a service provider, but a crucial ally in safeguarding the integrity and privacy of digital and real-world identities.

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GBG Intrinsic Value

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Network Effect: We analyze whether the value of a company’s product or service grows as its user base expands. Platforms like payment systems or marketplaces benefit from this self-reinforcing.

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Efficient scale: Occurs when a market is optimally served by one or a few players, making it unprofitable for new entrants to compete. This typically happens in industries with high fixed costs or geographic constraints, such as utilities or pipelines.

Cost Advantage: Companies with structural cost advantages can produce goods or services at a lower cost than their competitors, enabling them to offer competitive pricing or maintain higher margins. These advantages often arise from economies of scale, superior supply chain management, or proprietary technology. Firms like Walmart leverage their massive scale to negotiate better terms with suppliers, allowing them to undercut competitors on price.

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