
Glencore PLC
LSE:GLEN

Operating Margin
Glencore PLC
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 Across Competitors
Country | Company | Market Cap |
Operating Margin |
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CH |
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Glencore PLC
LSE:GLEN
|
34.8B GBP |
2%
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AU |
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BHP Group Ltd
ASX:BHP
|
180.8B AUD |
41%
|
|
AU |
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Rio Tinto Ltd
ASX:RIO
|
164.5B AUD |
29%
|
|
UK |
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Rio Tinto PLC
LSE:RIO
|
67.6B GBP |
29%
|
|
MX |
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Grupo Mexico SAB de CV
BMV:GMEXICOB
|
817.2B MXN |
44%
|
|
SA |
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Saudi Arabian Mining Company SJSC
SAU:1211
|
154.3B SAR |
17%
|
|
UK |
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Anglo American PLC
LSE:AAL
|
26.8B GBP |
18%
|
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ZA |
A
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African Rainbow Minerals Ltd
JSE:ARI
|
32.3B Zac |
-5%
|
|
CN |
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CMOC Group Ltd
SSE:603993
|
169.3B CNY |
16%
|
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IN |
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Hindustan Zinc Ltd
NSE:HINDZINC
|
1.9T INR |
40%
|
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RU |
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GMK Noril'skiy Nikel' PAO
MOEX:GMKN
|
1.6T RUB |
32%
|
Glencore PLC
Glance View
Glencore PLC, a colossus in the commodities universe, operates at the intersection of mining, metals production, and commodity trading. Founded in 1974 by Marc Rich as a small metal and oil merchant, the company has since expanded into a behemoth influencing global supply chains and market movements. Glencore's strategy is deeply entrenched in its vast global presence, encompassing over 150 mining and metallurgical sites. The company extracts a wide array of minerals and metals, from copper and cobalt to nickel and zinc, catering to the diverse needs of industries from technology to infrastructure. As a vertically integrated entity, Glencore’s business model extends beyond mere extraction; it involves refining and transporting these commodities, enabling it to capture value across the entire supply chain. What uniquely distinguishes Glencore is its robust trading capabilities. Operating as one of the world's largest commodity traders, the company leverages its in-depth market insight and logistical prowess to arbitrate market inefficiencies. By actively trading in oil, gas, coal, and agricultural products, it connects producers with consumers, while skillfully mitigating geopolitical and market risks. This division, fueled by information flow and strategic positioning, not only complements Glencore’s mining operations but also cushions its financial performance against the inherent volatility of raw material prices. Through this dual approach—mining for direct commodity revenues and trading for strategic margin enhancement—Glencore secures its standing as a formidable force in the global commodities landscape.

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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.
Based on Glencore PLC's most recent financial statements, the company has Operating Margin of 1.9%.