Shifa International HospitalsKAR:SHFA +2.14%85 Operating Margin % is 12.86% as of Mar. 2026, which is 39% above its 10-year median of 9.23. GuruFocus rates KAR:SHFA with a GF Score™ of 85/100 and a GF Value™ of ₨453.79 (Modestly Overvalued). Among 668 Healthcare Providers & Services companies, Shifa International Hospitals ranks better than 81.74% on this metric.
Shifa International Hospitals Ltd operating margin is expanding. Margin expansion is usually a good sign.
The historical rank and industry rank for Shifa International Hospitals's Operating Margin % or its related term are showing as below:
KAR:SHFA'
s Operating Margin % Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4.89 Med: 9.23 Max: 14.97
Current: 14.97
KAR:SHFA's Operating Margin % is ranked better than 81.74% of 668
companies
in the Healthcare Providers & Services industry
Industry Median: 4.845
vs KAR:SHFA: 14.97
Shifa International Hospitals (KAR:SHFA) 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.
Be Aware
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.
Shifa International Hospitals Operating Margin % Related Terms
Shifa International Hospitals 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.
Shifa International Hospitals Operating Margin % Chart
KAR:SHFA vs HCA, THC, DVA: Operating Margin % Comparison
For the Medical Care Facilities subindustry, Shifa International Hospitals'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.
Shifa International Hospitals Operating Margin % vs Healthcare Providers & Services Industry
For the Healthcare Providers & Services industry and Healthcare sector, Shifa International Hospitals's Operating Margin % distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Shifa International Hospitals's Operating Margin % falls into.
Shifa International Hospitals 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.
Shifa International Hospitals (KAR:SHFA) has a Operating Margin % of 12.86% as of Mar. 2026. Operating margin is the ratio of total operating income to net sales. View historical data on Shifa International Hospitals and its competitors. This is 39% above median its historical median of 9.23. Over the past decade, Shifa International Hospitals' Operating Margin % has ranged from 4.89 to 14.97. According to the industry distribution chart, Shifa International Hospitals ranks #122 out of 668 companies in the Healthcare Providers & Services industry, placing it in the top 18.3%.
Is Shifa International Hospitals' Operating Margin % too high?
Shifa International Hospitals' current Operating Margin % of 12.86% is 39% above median its 10-year median of 9.23. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.89 to a high of 14.97. The Healthcare Providers & Services industry median Operating Margin % is 4.85. Shifa International Hospitals' value of 12.86% is 165.4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Shifa International Hospitals ranks #122 out of 668 companies in the Healthcare Providers & Services industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Shifa International Hospitals has a GF Score™ of 85/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Shifa International Hospitals' Operating Margin % compare to HCA and THC?
According to the Healthcare Providers & Services industry distribution chart, Shifa International Hospitals ranks #122 out of 668 companies for Operating Margin %. This places Shifa International Hospitals in the top 18% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Operating Margin % is 4.85. Shifa International Hospitals' value of 12.86% is 165.4% above this benchmark. Historically, Shifa International Hospitals' own Operating Margin % has ranged from 4.89 to 14.97 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 9.23 vs. the industry median of 4.85, Shifa International Hospitals 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 Healthcare Providers & Services company?
The median Operating Margin % among Healthcare Providers & Services companies is 4.85, based on 668 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. Shifa International Hospitals's current Operating Margin % of 12.86% is 165.4% 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 Shifa International Hospitals and its competitors. For the Healthcare Providers & Services industry, the median Operating Margin % is 4.85 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Shifa International Hospitals's current Operating Margin % is 12.86%, which is 39% above median its own 10-year median of 9.23. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Shifa International Hospitals stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Shifa International Hospitals (KAR:SHFA) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₨453.79, compared to a current price of ₨520.98 — trading 14.8% above its estimated fair value. The current Operating Margin % is 12.86%, which is 39% above median its 10-year median of 9.23 and 165.4% above the Healthcare Providers & Services industry median of 4.85. Shifa International Hospitals' overall GF Score™ is 85/100. 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 Shifa International Hospitals (KAR:SHFA), the current Operating Margin % is 12.86% 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 Shifa International Hospitals (KAR:SHFA) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Shifa International Hospitals stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of ₨520.98 is trading 14.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of ₨453.79.
GuruFocus considers Shifa International Hospitals to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for KAR:SHFA:
Operating Margin %: 12.86% (39% above median its 10-year median of 9.23)
GF Value™: ₨453.79 vs. price of ₨520.98 (14.8% above fair value)
Industry Position: 165.4% above the Healthcare Providers & Services median (#122 of 668)
No single metric tells the full story. See the KAR:SHFA stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Shifa International Hospitals Business Description
Shifa International Hospitals Ltd operates a network of medical centers and hospitals in Pakistan, providing a wide range of medical and surgical services across various specialties. The company offers organ transplant services, including liver, kidney, bone marrow, and corneal transplants. It generates revenue through patient care services, diagnostics, pharmacy operations, and support services such as emergency care and outpatient clinics. Shifa also operates lab collection points, day care surgeries, and diagnostic centers. The company has a presence in multiple cities through hospitals, medical centers, and subsidiaries that support healthcare services and infrastructure development.
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