Armanino Foods of DistinctionAMNF -0.15%78 Operating Margin % is 33.26% as of Mar. 2026, which is 84% above its 10-year median of 18.04. GuruFocus rates AMNF with a GF Score™ of 78/100 and a GF Value™ of $8.72 (Modestly Overvalued). Among 1,951 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Armanino Foods of Distinction ranks better than 98% on this metric.
Armanino Foods of Distinction (OTCPK:AMNF) Operating Margin % Explanation
Just like Gross Margin %, it is important to see a company maintains its operating margin over time. Among the same industry, a company with higher operating margin is more efficient in its operation. It is also more stable during industry slowdown or recessions. Peter Lynch prefers those with higher margins than those with lower margins.
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Operating Margin % can be manipulated by adjusting the rate of depreciation, depletion and amortization (DDA).
If a company is facing competition, its Operating Margin % may decline. Often the Operating Margin % declines well before the company's Revenue or even profit decline. Therefore, Operating Margin % is a very important indicator of whether the company is facing problems.
For instance, by 2012, Nokia (NOK)'s problems were well known and its stock had lost more than 90% of its market value since 2007. But Nokias Operating Margin % had already been in decline since 2002, although its Earnings per Share (Diluted) were still rising. Investors who paid attention to Operating Margin % would have avoided this huge loss. The same can be said for Research-in-Motion (RIMM).
Therefore, Operating Margin % is a very important screening filter for GuruFocus. GuruFocus's Buffett-Munger screener requires that the profit margin is either consistent or expanding. The Model Portfolio of the Buffett-Munger screener has outperformed the market every year since inception in 2009.
Armanino Foods of Distinction Operating Margin % Related Terms
Armanino Foods of Distinction Operating Margin % Historical Data
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Armanino Foods of Distinction Operating Margin % Chart
AMNF vs BGS, USNA, LWAY: Operating Margin % Comparison
For the Packaged Foods subindustry, Armanino Foods of Distinction's Operating Margin %, along with its competitors' market caps and Operating Margin % data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
Armanino Foods of Distinction Operating Margin % vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry
For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Armanino Foods of Distinction's Operating Margin % distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Armanino Foods of Distinction's Operating Margin % falls into.
Armanino Foods of Distinction Operating Margin % Calculation
Operating Margin % - also known as operating income margin, operating profit margin and return on sales (ROS) - is the ratio of Operating Income divided by net sales or Revenue, usually presented in percent.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Armanino Foods of Distinction (AMNF) has a Operating Margin % of 33.26% as of Mar. 2026. Operating margin is the ratio of total operating income to net sales. View historical data on Armanino Foods of Distinction and its competitors. This is 84% above median its historical median of 18.04. Over the past decade, Armanino Foods of Distinction's Operating Margin % has ranged from 7.22 to 32.16. According to the industry distribution chart, Armanino Foods of Distinction ranks #39 out of 1951 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 2%.
Is Armanino Foods of Distinction's Operating Margin % too high?
Armanino Foods of Distinction's current Operating Margin % of 33.26% is 84% above median its 10-year median of 18.04. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.22 to a high of 32.16. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median Operating Margin % is 5.26. Armanino Foods of Distinction's value of 33.26% is 532.3% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Armanino Foods of Distinction ranks #39 out of 1951 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Armanino Foods of Distinction has a GF Score™ of 78/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Armanino Foods of Distinction's Operating Margin % compare to BGS and USNA?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Armanino Foods of Distinction ranks #39 out of 1951 companies for Operating Margin %. This places Armanino Foods of Distinction in the top 2% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Operating Margin % is 5.26. Armanino Foods of Distinction's value of 33.26% is 532.3% above this benchmark. Historically, Armanino Foods of Distinction's own Operating Margin % has ranged from 7.22 to 32.16 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 18.04 vs. the industry median of 5.26, Armanino Foods of Distinction has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Operating Margin % for a Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median Operating Margin % among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 5.26, based on 1,951 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Operating Margin % significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Operating Margin % should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Armanino Foods of Distinction's current Operating Margin % of 33.26% is 532.3% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Operating Margin % mean?
A high Operating Margin % can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Operating margin is the ratio of total operating income to net sales. View historical data on Armanino Foods of Distinction and its competitors. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median Operating Margin % is 5.26 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Armanino Foods of Distinction's current Operating Margin % is 33.26%, which is 84% above median its own 10-year median of 18.04. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Armanino Foods of Distinction stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Armanino Foods of Distinction (AMNF) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $8.72, compared to a current price of $10.18 — trading 16.7% above its estimated fair value. The current Operating Margin % is 33.26%, which is 84% above median its 10-year median of 18.04 and 532.3% above the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 5.26. Armanino Foods of Distinction's overall GF Score™ is 78/100. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Operating Margin % calculated?
Operating Margin % is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Armanino Foods of Distinction (AMNF), the current Operating Margin % is 33.26% as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is Armanino Foods of Distinction (AMNF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Armanino Foods of Distinction stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $10.18 is trading 16.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of $8.72.
GuruFocus considers Armanino Foods of Distinction to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for AMNF:
Operating Margin %: 33.26% (84% above median its 10-year median of 18.04)
GF Value™: $8.72 vs. price of $10.18 (16.7% above fair value)
Industry Position: 532.3% above the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#39 of 1951)
No single metric tells the full story. See the AMNF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Armanino Foods of Distinction Business Description
Armanino Foods of Distinction Inc is engaged in the production and marketing of upscale frozen and refrigerated food products, including pesto and other sauces, stuffed pasta products and cooked meat products. The company's line of frozen products includes a wide variety of sauces, stuffed pastas and pasta sheets, as well as value-added specialty Italian pastas and cooked meat products. It produces a variety of premium, globally-inspired pesto and sauces including Basil Pesto, Roasted Red Bell Pepper Pesto, Southwest Chipotle Pesto, Roasted Garlic Pesto and Chimichurri sauce, all of which are packaged under the Armanino label.
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