Operating Margin - Elkem ASA (OSE:ELK)

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Price: 29.26 NOK 0.55%

Market Cap: 18.7B NOK

8.1%

Current

11%

Average

5.9%

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

8.1%

Operating Profit

1.4B

Revenue

16.9B

Operating Margin Across Competitors

Country		Company	Market Cap	Operating Margin
NO		Elkem ASA OSE:ELK	18.6B NOK	8%
US		Sherwin-Williams Co NYSE:SHW	79.5B USD	16%
US		Ecolab Inc NYSE:ECL	74.6B USD	18%
JP		Shin-Etsu Chemical Co Ltd TSE:4063	9T JPY	25%
CH		Givaudan SA SIX:GIVN	29B CHF	19%
CN		Wanhua Chemical Group Co Ltd SSE:600309	236.6B CNY	9%
IN		Asian Paints Ltd NSE:ASIANPAINT	2.7T INR	15%
DK		Novozymes A/S CSE:NZYM B	165.6B DKK	25%
CH		Sika AG F:SIKA	19.9B EUR	15%
US		PPG Industries Inc NYSE:PPG	23B USD	15%
CH	D	DSM-Firmenich AG AEX:DSFIR	18.3B EUR	4%

Elkem ASA
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Market Cap

18.6B NOK

Industry

Chemicals

Elkem ASA is a global leader in the production of advanced silicon-based materials, with a rich history that traces back to its founding in 1904 in Norway. As one of the world's foremost suppliers in its field, Elkem operates a diversified business model that revolves around a vertically integrated structure encompassing the entire value chain. The company’s operations are spread across several continents, predominantly in Europe, Asia, and the Americas. This global footprint allows Elkem to maintain close connections with its key markets while leveraging regional advantages in sourcing raw materials and accessing skilled talent. Its primary business segments are Silicones, Silicon Products, and Carbon Solutions. The Silicones division is its largest, contributing remarkably to the company's revenue through applications that span industries such as automotive, construction, electronics, and healthcare. These broad applications underline Elkem's strategic focus on innovation and sustainable solutions tailored to meet evolving industry demands. Revenue generation for Elkem is primarily driven by its ability to transform raw materials, such as quartz, coal, and wood chips, into high-value industrial products. The company's mastery lies in its efficient production processes and a well-tuned supply chain that maximizes output while minimizing waste. In the Silicon Products division, the company produces silicon metal and ferrosilicon which are vital for the production of aluminum alloys and the chemical industry. The Carbon Solutions segment provides carbon-based products for metallurgical processes, crucial for the aluminum and steel sectors. Elkem continues to invest in research and development, ensuring that its products not only meet existing standards but also set new benchmarks in sustainability and efficiency. This commitment not only cements Elkem's position as a market leader but also aligns with the growing global demand for environmentally responsible industrial practices.

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