Clarke Inc.
CKI
Rank in Stocks
#16257
Established in 1997 and based in Halifax, Canada, Clarke Inc. functions as a... Established in 1997 and based in Halifax, Canada, Clarke Inc. functions as a private equity and venture capital firm. It targets a diverse range of investment opportunities, including middle-market enterprises, turnaround situations, PIPEs, bridge financing, recapitalizations, and buyouts. The firm primarily seeks out undervalued or underperforming businesses that possess significant tangible assets. Its investment scope extends to both public and private entities, encompassing companies, various securities, and other asset classes like real estate. Clarke Inc. deploys capital primarily through equity, debt, and other securities. Its sector focus includes industries rich in physical assets, such as manufacturing, industrial, energy, materials, and real estate. Within the oil and gas industry, it invests in both debt and equity securities, showing a clear preference for well-priced equity over debt, and for oil service firms rather than exploration and production (E&P) companies. The firm's geographical emphasis is primarily on Canada and the United States. Clarke Inc. actively seeks involvement in the governance and/or management of its portfolio companies, often through board participation. All its investments are made directly from the company's balance sheet.
Share Price
$16.90
Last synced: 2026-11-09
Market Cap
$219.12M
Change (1 day)
-0.62%
Change (1 year)
-1.01%
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Category
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Operating Margin for Clarke Inc. (CKI)
Operating Margin as of November 2026 TTM: 23.59%
According to Clarke Inc.'s latest financial reports, its current operating margin (TTM) is 23.59%. At the end of 2025 the company had an operating margin of 15.27%.
Operating Margin history for Clarke Inc. from 2001 to 2026
Operating Margin at the end of each year
| Year | Operating Margin | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 (TTM) | 23.59% | 54.49% |
| 2025 | 15.27% | -41.98% |
| 2024 | 26.32% | -30.39% |
| 2023 | 37.81% | 91.73% |
| 2022 | 19.72% | -40.01% |
| 2021 | 32.87% | -129.43% |
| 2020 | -111.70% | -489.06% |
| 2019 | 28.71% | 2,440.71% |
| 2018 | 1.13% | -97.51% |
| 2017 | 45.31% | -40.19% |
| 2016 | 75.76% | -103.75% |
| 2015 | -2,022.09% | -2,719.29% |
| 2014 | 77.20% | 89.59% |
| 2013 | 40.72% | 933.50% |
| 2012 | 3.94% | -241.22% |
| 2011 | -2.79% | -125.74% |
| 2010 | 10.84% | 453.06% |
| 2009 | 1.96% | 460.00% |
| 2008 | 0.35% | -95.01% |
| 2007 | 7.01% | -52.76% |
| 2006 | 14.84% | 40.40% |
| 2005 | 10.57% | 61.87% |
| 2004 | 6.53% | 87.11% |
| 2003 | 3.49% | -49.13% |
| 2002 | 6.86% | -8.53% |
| 2001 | 7.50% | 0.00% |
Operating Margin for similar companies or competitors
| Company | Operating Margin | Operating Margin Difference | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15.80% | -99.33% |
US
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| 24.01% | -98.98% |
US
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| 30.72% | -98.70% |
GB
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| 8.50% | -99.64% |
US
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| 27.96% | -98.81% |
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 Clarke Inc.'s operating margin
What is Clarke Inc.'s operating margin?
Clarke Inc.'s operating margin is 23.59%, as of Nov 2026.
What was Clarke Inc.'s operating margin in 2025?
In 2025, Clarke Inc.'s operating margin was 15.27%, compared with 26.32% in 2024.
How has Clarke Inc.'s operating margin changed since 2020?
From 2020 to 2025, Clarke Inc.'s operating margin was highest in 2023 (37.81%) and lowest in 2020 (-111.70%).
How does Clarke Inc.'s operating margin compare with similar companies?
Clarke Inc.'s operating margin (23.59%) is higher than that of 2 of the 5 similar companies listed above. The highest among them is InterContinental Hotels Group PLC, with 30.72%.