Sumitomo Bakelite Company Limited
4203
Rank in Stocks
#3504
Sumitomo Bakelite Company Limited, established in 1932 and headquartered in... Sumitomo Bakelite Company Limited, established in 1932 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, operates worldwide alongside its subsidiaries. The company is engaged in the research, development, manufacturing, and global distribution of a diverse product portfolio encompassing semiconductor materials, plastic items, and life-related solutions. For the semiconductor industry, their specialized materials include epoxy resin molding compounds for device encapsulation, liquid photosensitive coating resins, advanced liquid resins for semiconductor applications, and crucial substrate materials for semiconductor packages. Beyond electronics, Sumitomo Bakelite produces a wide array of advanced plastic and industrial materials. This range features phenolic molding compounds, various phenolic resins, custom molded parts, and synthetic resin adhesives. They also manufacture copper-clad laminates (both phenolic and epoxy resin types) and components for aircraft interiors. Their broader plastics offerings feature melamine resin decorative laminates and sheets, versatile vinyl resin sheets and multilayer options, films designed for freshness preservation, and plates made from polycarbonate and PVC resins. Within the life sciences and healthcare sectors, the company provides medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and various biotechnology-related products. Additionally, they offer design and contracting services for waterproofing projects and contribute to interior decoration solutions for commercial spaces. Sumitomo Bakelite's comprehensive product lineup supports a broad spectrum of industries, including automotive, railway, and aviation; electrical and electronic equipment manufacturing; construction and residential development; various industrial applications; medical and laboratory institutions; biotechnology; agriculture; and specialized functional packaging, as well as retail store interiors.
Share Price
$56.04
Last synced: 2026-10-16
Market Cap
$4.92B
Change (1 day)
1.21%
Change (1 year)
73.58%
Country
JP
Trade Sumitomo Bakelite Company Limited (4203)
Category
Basic Materials
Operating Margin for Sumitomo Bakelite Company Limited (4203)
Operating Margin as of October 2026 TTM: 11.48%
According to Sumitomo Bakelite Company Limited latest financial reports and stock price the company's current Operating Margin (TTM) is 11.48%. At the end of 2024 the company had an Operating Margin of 9.56%.
Operating Margin history for Sumitomo Bakelite Company Limited from 2005 to 2026
Operating Margin at the end of each year
| Year | Operating Margin | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 (TTM) | 11.48% | 13.44% |
| 2025 | 10.12% | 5.86% |
| 2024 | 9.56% | 7.05% |
| 2023 | 8.93% | -11.32% |
| 2022 | 10.07% | 24.01% |
| 2021 | 8.12% | 63.05% |
| 2020 | 4.98% | -21.94% |
| 2019 | 6.38% | -27.33% |
| 2018 | 8.78% | 3.05% |
| 2017 | 8.52% | 72.12% |
| 2016 | 4.95% | -4.81% |
| 2015 | 5.20% | 0.19% |
| 2014 | 5.19% | 19.59% |
| 2013 | 4.34% | 70.20% |
| 2012 | 2.55% | -56.41% |
| 2011 | 5.85% | 32.65% |
| 2010 | 4.41% | -672.73% |
| 2009 | -0.77% | -119.20% |
| 2008 | 4.01% | -64.51% |
| 2007 | 11.30% | 0.00% |
| 2006 | 11.30% | 28.41% |
| 2005 | 8.80% | 0.00% |
Operating Margin for similar companies or competitors
| Company | Operating Margin | Operating Margin Difference | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27.10% | -97.64% |
GB
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| 0.00% | - |
FR
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| 16.36% | -98.57% |
US
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| 17.37% | -98.49% |
US
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| -4.71% | -100.41% |
US
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What is a company's Operating Margin?
The operating margin is a key indicator to assess the profitability of a company. Higher operating margins are generaly better as they show that a company is able to sell its products or services for much more than their production costs. The operating margin is calculated by dividing a company's earnings by its revenue.