
Manchester United PLC
NYSE:MANU

Operating Margin
Manchester United 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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UK |
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Manchester United PLC
NYSE:MANU
|
3.1B USD |
-7%
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|
US |
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Netflix Inc
NASDAQ:NFLX
|
500.8B USD |
30%
|
|
US |
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Walt Disney Co
NYSE:DIS
|
225.8B USD |
15%
|
|
LU |
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Spotify Technology SA
NYSE:SPOT
|
138.3B USD |
11%
|
|
NL |
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Universal Music Group NV
AEX:UMG
|
51.2B EUR |
15%
|
|
US |
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Live Nation Entertainment Inc
NYSE:LYV
|
35.6B USD |
5%
|
|
CN |
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Tencent Music Entertainment Group
NYSE:TME
|
33.2B USD |
27%
|
|
US |
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TKO Group Holdings Inc
NYSE:TKO
|
33.2B USD |
20%
|
|
US |
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Warner Bros Discovery Inc
NASDAQ:WBD
|
32.9B USD |
2%
|
|
FR |
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Bollore SE
PAR:BOL
|
15.2B EUR |
-9%
|
|
US |
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Warner Music Group Corp
NASDAQ:WMG
|
16.5B USD |
13%
|
Manchester United PLC
Glance View
Manchester United PLC, a name synonymous with a storied legacy in the world of football, operates at the fascinating intersection of sports and business. Founded in 1878 and headquartered in Old Trafford, Greater Manchester, this publicly traded company has grown far beyond its early days on the pitch to become a global sports entity. The heart of the company is, of course, its renowned football team—Manchester United Football Club—one of the most successful and popular sports teams in the world. Its matches in the English Premier League and international competitions attract millions of fans, both in stadium seats and through broadcasts around the globe. The company’s revenue engine is as diversified as it is robust. Matchday revenues form a significant portion, derived from ticket sales, hospitality suites, and concessions during home games. Beyond the matchday experience, Manchester United PLC skillfully navigates media and commercial avenues—the media and broadcasting rights to their games are immensely lucrative, generating substantial fees from global networks and streaming platforms. Meanwhile, the commercial segment flourishes through strategic partnerships, sponsorship deals, and brand merchandising. Licensed apparel and products bearing the club's emblem are in high demand, further enhancing its profitability. This blend of nostalgia-infused brand equity and strategic business acumen propels Manchester United PLC into the pantheon of sports business success.

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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 Manchester United PLC's most recent financial statements, the company has Operating Margin of -7.4%.