Compagnie d'Entreprises CFE S.A.
CFEB
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#14791
Compagnie d'Entreprises CFE S.A. is a diversified Belgian enterprise engaged in... Compagnie d'Entreprises CFE S.A. is a diversified Belgian enterprise engaged in marine engineering, environmental solutions, general contracting, and property development. Its Dredging, Environment, Offshore and Infra (DEME) division performs crucial tasks such as capital and maintenance dredging, the installation of offshore wind farms, the deployment of submarine power cables, and the protection of marine pipelines. DEME further specializes in treating contaminated sludge and sediments, executing various marine civil engineering projects, and supplying essential marine aggregates. The Contracting segment encompasses the construction and refurbishment of a wide array of structures, including office complexes, residential properties, hotels, academic institutions, parking facilities, commercial and leisure hubs, hospitals, and industrial buildings. Additionally, this division delivers a broad spectrum of specialized technical services, ranging from tertiary electricity and HVAC systems to electromechanical installations, telecommunications networks, and industrial automation for sectors like automotive, pharmaceutical, and agri-food. Its expertise extends to automated building management, electromechanical works for transportation infrastructure (roads and railways), long-term technical maintenance, energy efficiency improvements, railway signaling, energy transmission, and public lighting initiatives. CFE's Real Estate Development arm is dedicated to conceptualizing and executing property ventures. The Holding and Non-Transferred Activities segment oversees port leasing, along with comprehensive design, build, finance, and maintain (DBFM) contracts. It also manages general building and diverse civil engineering projects. Established in Brussels, Belgium, in 1880, CFE maintains a global footprint, conducting operations throughout Belgium, the rest of Europe, the Middle East, Asia, Oceania, Africa, and the Americas. It operates as a subsidiary of Ackermans & van Haaren NV.
Share Price
$12.18
Last synced: 2026-11-09
Market Cap
$300.60M
Change (1 day)
0.21%
Change (1 year)
17.83%
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Operating Margin for Compagnie d'Entreprises CFE S.A. (CFEB)
Operating Margin as of November 2026 TTM: -0.67%
According to Compagnie d'Entreprises CFE S.A.'s latest financial reports, its current operating margin (TTM) is -0.67%. At the end of 2025 the company had an operating margin of -1.47%.
Operating Margin history for Compagnie d'Entreprises CFE S.A. from 2004 to 2026
Operating Margin at the end of each year
| Year | Operating Margin | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 (TTM) | -0.67% | -54.42% |
| 2025 | -1.47% | -154.24% |
| 2024 | 2.71% | 2.26% |
| 2023 | 2.65% | -39.36% |
| 2022 | 4.37% | -15.15% |
| 2021 | 5.15% | 38.81% |
| 2020 | 3.71% | 114.45% |
| 2019 | 1.73% | -69.22% |
| 2018 | 5.62% | -22.05% |
| 2017 | 7.21% | -9.76% |
| 2016 | 7.99% | 20.15% |
| 2015 | 6.65% | 9.20% |
| 2014 | 6.09% | -583.33% |
| 2013 | -1.26% | -129.37% |
| 2012 | 4.29% | -5.71% |
| 2011 | 4.55% | -18.46% |
| 2010 | 5.58% | 0.90% |
| 2009 | 5.53% | -14.92% |
| 2008 | 6.50% | -3.70% |
| 2007 | 6.75% | 19.26% |
| 2006 | 5.66% | 5.79% |
| 2005 | 5.35% | 445.92% |
| 2004 | 0.98% | 0.00% |
Operating Margin for similar companies or competitors
| Company | Operating Margin | Operating Margin Difference | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6.81% | -110.16% |
US
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| 12.24% | -118.27% |
FR
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| 8.20% | -112.24% |
IN
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| 10.42% | -115.55% |
NL
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| 16.70% | -124.93% |
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.
Questions about Compagnie d'Entreprises CFE S.A.'s operating margin
What is Compagnie d'Entreprises CFE S.A.'s operating margin?
Compagnie d'Entreprises CFE S.A.'s operating margin is -0.67%, as of Nov 2026.
What was Compagnie d'Entreprises CFE S.A.'s operating margin in 2025?
In 2025, Compagnie d'Entreprises CFE S.A.'s operating margin was -1.47%, compared with 2.71% in 2024.
How has Compagnie d'Entreprises CFE S.A.'s operating margin changed since 2020?
From 2020 to 2025, Compagnie d'Entreprises CFE S.A.'s operating margin was highest in 2021 (5.15%) and lowest in 2025 (-1.47%).
How does Compagnie d'Entreprises CFE S.A.'s operating margin compare with similar companies?
Compagnie d'Entreprises CFE S.A.'s operating margin (-0.67%) is lower than that of all 5 similar companies listed above. The highest among them is Comfort Systems USA, Inc., with 16.70%.