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LSE:GSK

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LSE:GSK
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Price: 2 161 GBX 0.93% Market Closed
Market Cap: £88.1B

Operating Margin

27.5%
Current
Improving
by 1.4%
vs 3-y average of 26.1%

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
27.5%
=
Operating Income
£9B
/
Revenue
£32.7B

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
27.5%
=
Operating Income
GBX9B
/
Revenue
£32.7B

Peer Comparison

Country Company Market Cap Operating
Margin
UK
GlaxoSmithKline PLC
LSE:GSK
88.2B GBP
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US
Johnson & Johnson
NYSE:JNJ
586.1B USD
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US
Merck & Co Inc
NYSE:MRK
301.2B USD
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US
Eli Lilly and Co
NYSE:LLY
986.4B USD
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CH
Roche Holding AG
SIX:ROG
286.3B CHF
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UK
AstraZeneca PLC
LSE:AZN
235.3B GBP
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CH
Novartis AG
SIX:NOVN
239B CHF
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DK
Novo Nordisk A/S
CSE:NOVO B
1.4T DKK
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IE
Endo International PLC
LSE:0Y5F
218B USD
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US
Pfizer Inc
NYSE:PFE
157.3B USD
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US
Bristol-Myers Squibb Co
NYSE:BMY
123.4B USD
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Market Distribution

Higher than 99% of companies in United Kingdom
Percentile
99th
Based on 3 579 companies
99th percentile
27.5%
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%

GlaxoSmithKline PLC
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Once upon a time, in the bustling world of pharmaceuticals, GlaxoSmithKline PLC established itself as a formidable player. Born out of mergers and continuous evolution, GSK, as it is commonly known, carved its place in the competitive landscape through strategic research and pioneering innovations. The company operates at the intersection of pharmaceuticals, vaccines, and consumer healthcare, leveraging its breadth to tackle some of the world's most pressing health challenges. From its bustling laboratories to clinical trials, and finally to market, GSK is driven by a mission to improve the quality of human life. Its intricate network of research facilities and production plants stretch across the globe, working tirelessly to develop essential medications and vaccines that span a variety of therapeutic areas including respiratory, HIV, oncology, and immunology. GSK’s revenue streams flow from a well-diversified portfolio. The pharmaceutical division, representing the lion’s share, innovates and produces transformative medicines. Its vaccines division stands strong, leading with essential inoculations that prevent childhood and adult diseases, while the consumer healthcare segment provides everyday wellness products ranging from pain relief to vitamins and skincare. This triad not only underscores GSK’s dynamic adaptability to market needs but also highlights its resilience in weathering the cyclical nature of the healthcare industry. With a keen eye on long-term value and sustained investment in research and development, GSK continues to create a bridge between scientific advancements and societal well-being, defining its role as both a scientific leader and a profit-driven enterprise.

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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
27.5%
=
Operating Income
£9B
/
Revenue
£32.7B
What is GlaxoSmithKline PLC's current Operating Margin?

The current Operating Margin for GlaxoSmithKline PLC is 27.5%, which is above its 3-year median of 26.1%.

How has Operating Margin changed over time?

Over the last 3 years, GlaxoSmithKline PLC’s Operating Margin has decreased from 28.6% to 27.5%. During this period, it reached a low of 25% on Mar 31, 2025 and a high of 28.6% on Dec 31, 2022.

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