Global Ferronickel HoldingsPHS:FNI +0.51%70 Operating Margin % is 35.29% as of Mar. 2026, which is 34% above its 10-year median of 26.24. GuruFocus rates PHS:FNI with a GF Score™ of 70/100 and a GF Value™ of ₱1.73 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 841 Metals & Mining companies, Global Ferronickel Holdings ranks better than 75.39% on this metric.
Global Ferronickel Holdings (PHS:FNI) 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.
Global Ferronickel Holdings Operating Margin % Related Terms
Global Ferronickel Holdings 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.
Global Ferronickel Holdings Operating Margin % Chart
Global Ferronickel Holdings Operating Margin % Competitor Comparison
For the Other Industrial Metals & Mining subindustry, Global Ferronickel Holdings'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.
Global Ferronickel Holdings Operating Margin % vs Metals & Mining Industry
For the Metals & Mining industry and Basic Materials sector, Global Ferronickel Holdings's Operating Margin % distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Global Ferronickel Holdings's Operating Margin % falls into.
Global Ferronickel Holdings 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.
Global Ferronickel Holdings's Operating Margin % for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as
* 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.
Global Ferronickel Holdings (PHS:FNI) has a Operating Margin % of 35.29% as of Mar. 2026. Operating margin is the ratio of total operating income to net sales. View historical data on Global Ferronickel Holdings and its competitors. This is 34% above median its historical median of 26.24. Over the past decade, Global Ferronickel Holdings' Operating Margin % has ranged from 5.70 to 41.41. According to the industry distribution chart, Global Ferronickel Holdings ranks #207 out of 841 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, placing it in the top 24.6%.
Is Global Ferronickel Holdings' Operating Margin % too high?
Global Ferronickel Holdings' current Operating Margin % of 35.29% is 34% above median its 10-year median of 26.24. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 5.70 to a high of 41.41. The Metals & Mining industry median Operating Margin % is 5.72. Global Ferronickel Holdings' value of 35.29% is 517% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Global Ferronickel Holdings ranks #207 out of 841 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Global Ferronickel Holdings has a GF Score™ of 70/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Global Ferronickel Holdings' Operating Margin % compare to competitors?
According to the Metals & Mining industry distribution chart, Global Ferronickel Holdings ranks #207 out of 841 companies for Operating Margin %. This places Global Ferronickel Holdings in the top 25% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Operating Margin % is 5.72. Global Ferronickel Holdings' value of 35.29% is 517% above this benchmark. Historically, Global Ferronickel Holdings' own Operating Margin % has ranged from 5.70 to 41.41 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 26.24 vs. the industry median of 5.72, Global Ferronickel Holdings 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 Metals & Mining company?
The median Operating Margin % among Metals & Mining companies is 5.72, based on 841 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. Global Ferronickel Holdings's current Operating Margin % of 35.29% is 517% 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 Global Ferronickel Holdings and its competitors. For the Metals & Mining industry, the median Operating Margin % is 5.72 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Global Ferronickel Holdings's current Operating Margin % is 35.29%, which is 34% above median its own 10-year median of 26.24. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Global Ferronickel Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Global Ferronickel Holdings (PHS:FNI) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₱1.73, compared to a current price of ₱1.99 — trading 15% above its estimated fair value. The current Operating Margin % is 35.29%, which is 34% above median its 10-year median of 26.24 and 517% above the Metals & Mining industry median of 5.72. Global Ferronickel Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 70/100 with 4 warning signs to review. 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 Global Ferronickel Holdings (PHS:FNI), the current Operating Margin % is 35.29% 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 Global Ferronickel Holdings (PHS:FNI) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Global Ferronickel Holdings stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of ₱1.99 is trading 15% above its estimated GF Value™ of ₱1.73.
GuruFocus considers Global Ferronickel Holdings to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for PHS:FNI:
Operating Margin %: 35.29% (34% above median its 10-year median of 26.24)
GF Value™: ₱1.73 vs. price of ₱1.99 (15% above fair value)
Industry Position: 517% above the Metals & Mining median (#207 of 841)
No single metric tells the full story. See the PHS:FNI stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Global Ferronickel Holdings Inc is a nickel producer in the Philippines and a supplier of nickel ore. The company has an extensive portfolio of exploration sites and exploration programs. Its operating segment includes Mining; Manufacturing, and Services. The company generates maximum revenue from the Mining segment. The mining segment is engaged in the mining and exploration of nickel saprolite and limonite ore. Geographically, it operates in the Philippines and Hong Kong.
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