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Apple International Co (TSE:2788) 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.
Apple International Co Operating Margin % Related Terms
Apple International Co Operating Margin % Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Apple International Co's Operating Margin % can be seen below:
* 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.
TSE:2788 vs CVNA, PAG, ALTB: Operating Margin % Comparison
For the Auto & Truck Dealerships subindustry, Apple International Co'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.
Apple International Co Operating Margin % vs Vehicles & Parts Industry
For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Apple International Co's Operating Margin % distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Apple International Co's Operating Margin % falls into.
Apple International Co 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.
Apple International Co'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.
Apple International Co (TSE:2788) has a Operating Margin % of 0.00% as of Dec. 2025. Operating margin is the ratio of total operating income to net sales. View historical data on Apple International Co and its competitors. Over the past decade, Apple International Co's Operating Margin % has ranged from 0.93 to 4.99. According to the industry distribution chart, Apple International Co ranks #953 out of 1320 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 72.2%.
Is Apple International Co's Operating Margin % too high?
Apple International Co's current Operating Margin % is 0.00%. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.93 to a high of 4.99. Based on the distribution chart, Apple International Co ranks #953 out of 1320 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Apple International Co has a GF Score™ of 72/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Apple International Co's Operating Margin % compare to CVNA and PAG?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, Apple International Co ranks #953 out of 1320 companies for Operating Margin %. This places Apple International Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Operating Margin % is 4.88. Historically, Apple International Co's own Operating Margin % has ranged from 0.93 to 4.99 over the past decade. 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 Vehicles & Parts company?
The median Operating Margin % among Vehicles & Parts companies is 4.88, based on 1,320 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. 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 Apple International Co and its competitors. For the Vehicles & Parts industry, the median Operating Margin % is 4.88 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Apple International Co's current Operating Margin % is 0.00%. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Apple International Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Apple International Co (TSE:2788) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円489.30, compared to a current price of 円382.00 — trading 21.9% below its estimated fair value. The current Operating Margin % is 0.00%. Apple International Co's overall GF Score™ is 72/100 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 Apple International Co (TSE:2788), the current Operating Margin % is 0.00% as of Dec. 2025. 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 Apple International Co (TSE:2788) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Apple International Co stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of 円382.00 is trading 21.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of 円489.30.
GuruFocus considers Apple International Co to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for TSE:2788:
Operating Margin %: 0.00%
GF Value™: 円489.30 vs. price of 円382.00 (21.9% below fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:2788 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Apple International Co Ltd is a second-hand car exporter. Its purchase and sales used cars. It exports used cars and related auto-parts to South-Eastern countries.
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