Bowler Metcalf Limited
BCF
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#22286
Bowler Metcalf Limited, identified by the symbol BCF.JO, is a South African... Bowler Metcalf Limited, identified by the symbol BCF.JO, is a South African enterprise specializing in the manufacturing and distribution of rigid plastic containers. The company provides these durable packaging solutions for a broad spectrum of industries within South Africa, including personal care, beauty products, domestic goods, healthcare, and the food sector. Its business operations are segmented into two primary areas: the production of plastic packaging and real estate investments. Founded in 1972, Bowler Metcalf Limited's corporate headquarters are located in Cape Town, South Africa.
Share Price
$0.81067056
Last synced: 2026-11-10
Market Cap
$55.48M
Change (1 day)
-4.15%
Change (1 year)
7.46%
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Operating Margin for Bowler Metcalf Limited (BCF)
Operating Margin as of November 2026 TTM: 16.99%
According to Bowler Metcalf Limited's latest financial reports, its current operating margin (TTM) is 16.99%. At the end of 2025 the company had an operating margin of 15.07%.
Operating Margin history for Bowler Metcalf Limited from 2008 to 2026
Operating Margin at the end of each year
| Year | Operating Margin | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 (TTM) | 16.99% | 12.74% |
| 2025 | 15.07% | 7.34% |
| 2024 | 14.04% | 38.19% |
| 2023 | 10.16% | -31.67% |
| 2022 | 14.87% | -15.03% |
| 2021 | 17.50% | 8.76% |
| 2020 | 16.09% | 37.17% |
| 2019 | 11.73% | -29.29% |
| 2018 | 16.59% | -10.76% |
| 2017 | 18.59% | 17.07% |
| 2016 | 15.88% | -10.13% |
| 2015 | 17.67% | 12.62% |
| 2014 | 15.69% | 45.95% |
| 2013 | 10.75% | -11.30% |
| 2012 | 12.12% | -36.81% |
| 2011 | 19.18% | 1.80% |
| 2010 | 18.84% | -16.64% |
| 2009 | 22.60% | 26.26% |
| 2008 | 17.90% | 0.00% |
Operating Margin for similar companies or competitors
| Company | Operating Margin | Operating Margin Difference | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6.22% | -99.63% |
TW
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| 25.36% | -98.51% |
JP
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| 4.23% | -99.75% |
DE
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| 7.07% | -99.58% |
SA
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| 2.91% | -99.83% |
CN
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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.
Questions about Bowler Metcalf Limited's operating margin
What is Bowler Metcalf Limited's operating margin?
Bowler Metcalf Limited's operating margin is 16.99%, as of Nov 2026.
What was Bowler Metcalf Limited's operating margin in 2025?
In 2025, Bowler Metcalf Limited's operating margin was 15.07%, compared with 14.04% in 2024.
How has Bowler Metcalf Limited's operating margin changed since 2020?
From 2020 to 2025, Bowler Metcalf Limited's operating margin was highest in 2021 (17.50%) and lowest in 2023 (10.16%).
How does Bowler Metcalf Limited's operating margin compare with similar companies?
Bowler Metcalf Limited's operating margin (16.99%) is higher than that of 4 of the 5 similar companies listed above. The highest among them is Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd., with 25.36%.