Best Buy Co., Inc.
BBY
Rank in Stocks
#1183
Best Buy Co., Inc. operates as a prominent technology retailer across the... Best Buy Co., Inc. operates as a prominent technology retailer across the United States and Canada. Its business structure is segmented into Domestic and International operations. The company's extensive product selection includes a wide array of computing devices such as desktops, notebooks, and associated peripherals, alongside mobile phones (which generate commissions from network carriers), networking equipment, and tablets (including e-readers). Customers can also find smartwatches and various consumer electronics, encompassing digital imaging devices, health and fitness gadgets, home theater systems, portable audio solutions (like headphones and speakers), and smart home products. Beyond electronics, Best Buy also supplies household appliances such as dishwashers, laundry machines, ovens, refrigerators, blenders, coffee makers, and vacuum cleaners. For entertainment, their offerings range from drones, movies, music, and toys to gaming hardware and software, including virtual reality products. Additionally, the company stocks miscellaneous items like baby products, food and beverages, luggage, outdoor living essentials, and sporting goods. In terms of services, Best Buy provides consultation, delivery, design assistance, health-related programs, installation, membership benefits, repair work, product setup, technical support, and warranty services. Products are distributed through both physical stores and online platforms, operating under various brand names including Best Buy, Best Buy Ads, Best Buy Business, Best Buy Health, CST, Current Health, Geek Squad, Lively, Magnolia, Best Buy Mobile, Pacific Kitchen, Home, and Yardbird. Their primary online presence is via bestbuy.com, currenthealth.com, lively.com, yardbird.com, and bestbuy.ca. As of January 30, 2022, the company maintained a network of 1,144 retail locations. Originally established in 1966 as Sound of Music, Inc., the corporation is headquartered in Richfield, Minnesota.
Share Price
$92.94
Last synced: 2026-10-16
Market Cap
$19.49B
Change (1 day)
-1.39%
Change (1 year)
16.60%
Country
US
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Category
Consumer Cyclical
Operating Margin for Best Buy Co., Inc. (BBY)
Operating Margin as of October 2026 TTM: 4.36%
According to Best Buy Co., Inc. latest financial reports and stock price the company's current Operating Margin (TTM) is 4.36%. At the end of 2024 the company had an Operating Margin of 3.62%.
Operating Margin history for Best Buy Co., Inc. from 2000 to 2026
Operating Margin at the end of each year
| Year | Operating Margin | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 (TTM) | 4.36% | 5.31% |
| 2025 | 4.14% | 14.36% |
| 2024 | 3.62% | -6.70% |
| 2023 | 3.88% | -32.99% |
| 2022 | 5.79% | 14.43% |
| 2021 | 5.06% | 10.00% |
| 2020 | 4.60% | 3.84% |
| 2019 | 4.43% | 1.37% |
| 2018 | 4.37% | -7.22% |
| 2017 | 4.71% | 35.34% |
| 2016 | 3.48% | -3.06% |
| 2015 | 3.59% | 27.30% |
| 2014 | 2.82% | -7.54% |
| 2013 | 3.05% | -36.98% |
| 2012 | 4.84% | 2.54% |
| 2011 | 4.72% | -1.05% |
| 2010 | 4.77% | 14.94% |
| 2009 | 4.15% | -23.15% |
| 2008 | 5.40% | -2.88% |
| 2007 | 5.56% | 4.32% |
| 2006 | 5.33% | 1.33% |
| 2005 | 5.26% | -0.94% |
| 2004 | 5.31% | 10.17% |
| 2003 | 4.82% | -6.04% |
| 2002 | 5.13% | 27.61% |
| 2001 | 4.02% | -6.94% |
| 2000 | 4.32% | 0.00% |
Operating Margin for similar companies or competitors
| Company | Operating Margin | Operating Margin Difference | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12.08% | -97.23% |
US
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| 4.21% | -99.03% |
CN
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| 21.86% | -94.99% |
IE
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| 8.26% | -98.11% |
UY
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| 19.56% | -95.51% |
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.