
International Distributions Services PLC
LSE:IDS

Net Margin
International Distributions Services PLC
Net Margin measures how much net income is generated as a percentage of revenues received. It helps investors assess if a company's management is generating enough profit from its sales and whether operating costs and overhead costs are being contained.
Net Margin Across Competitors
Country | Company | Market Cap |
Net Margin |
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UK |
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International Distributions Services PLC
LSE:IDS
|
3.4B GBP |
2%
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US |
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United Parcel Service Inc
NYSE:UPS
|
87.7B USD |
6%
|
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DE |
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Deutsche Post AG
XETRA:DPW
|
53.3B EUR |
6%
|
|
US |
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FedEx Corp
NYSE:FDX
|
58.3B USD |
5%
|
|
DK |
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DSV A/S
CSE:DSV
|
366.2B DKK |
6%
|
|
CN |
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S.F. Holding Co Ltd
SZSE:002352
|
238.1B CNY |
4%
|
|
CN |
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ZTO Express (Cayman) Inc
HKEX:2057
|
128.4B HKD |
21%
|
|
US |
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Expeditors International of Washington Inc
NYSE:EXPD
|
16B USD |
8%
|
|
US |
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CH Robinson Worldwide Inc
NASDAQ:CHRW
|
12.2B USD |
3%
|
|
CN |
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JD Logistics Inc
HKEX:2618
|
94.6B HKD |
3%
|
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KR |
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Hyundai Glovis Co Ltd
KRX:086280
|
11.1T KRW |
4%
|
International Distributions Services PLC
Glance View
International Distributions Services PLC, often known as Royal Mail Group, has long served as a linchpin in the UK's communications and logistics sectors. Its roots trace back to the early 16th century, woven deeply into the fabric of British history. This legacy company operates primarily through two key divisions: Royal Mail and General Logistics Systems (GLS). Royal Mail focuses on delivering letters and parcels across the UK, maintaining a vast network of post offices and delivery services that reach millions of households daily. Meanwhile, GLS extends the company’s reach beyond Britain, offering parcel logistics services across Europe and North America. The company navigates the complexities of an increasingly digital world with a dual focus on traditional and modern approaches, transforming an iconic postal service into a diverse logistics powerhouse. Revenue streams for International Distributions Services PLC are multifaceted, stemming from traditional mail, parcels, and international logistics services. Domestically, the company earns by fulfilling its universal service obligation, ensuring delivery of letters and parcels to every UK address. However, as digital communication reduces the demand for traditional mail, the parcel delivery business has become increasingly crucial. This shift is propelled by the burgeoning e-commerce sector, which boosts demand for effective and reliable parcel logistics. Internationally, GLS contributes significant revenue by capitalizing on cross-border e-commerce and trade flows across its international networks. Thus, the company balances the heritage of traditional mail with innovative logistic strategies, striving to remain competitive in a rapidly changing market.

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Net Margin measures how much net income is generated as a percentage of revenues received. It helps investors assess if a company's management is generating enough profit from its sales and whether operating costs and overhead costs are being contained.
Based on International Distributions Services PLC's most recent financial statements, the company has Net Margin of 1.9%.