Consolidated Water Co. Ltd.
CWCO
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#12746
Consolidated Water Co. Ltd. (CWCO) is a specialist in providing comprehensive... Consolidated Water Co. Ltd. (CWCO) is a specialist in providing comprehensive water solutions, primarily engaged in developing, constructing, overseeing, and operating water production and treatment facilities. Its core operations are concentrated in the Cayman Islands, the Bahamas, and the United States. A key aspect of its business involves utilizing reverse osmosis technology to convert seawater into potable (drinkable) water. The purified water is then supplied to a diverse customer base, including individual homeowners, commercial businesses, government entities, and other government-owned distribution networks. CWCO organizes its activities into four distinct divisions: Retail, Bulk, Services, and Manufacturing. Beyond direct water supply, the company offers extensive professional services. These include the design, engineering, construction, procurement, and management of various desalination projects and water treatment plants. It also provides management and engineering expertise for municipal water distribution and treatment systems. Furthermore, CWCO manufactures and services a wide array of water-related equipment. This product line features reverse osmosis desalination units, membrane separation equipment, filtration systems, piping networks, specialized vessels, and custom-fabricated components. The associated services in this manufacturing sector encompass design, engineering, consulting, project management, inspection, training, and equipment maintenance, catering to commercial, municipal, and industrial needs across water production, supply, treatment, desalination, and wastewater treatment. Established in 1973, Consolidated Water Co. Ltd. has its corporate headquarters situated in Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands.
Share Price
$27.65
Last synced: 2026-11-09
Market Cap
$442.76M
Change (1 day)
1.58%
Change (1 year)
-25.71%
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Operating Margin for Consolidated Water Co. Ltd. (CWCO)
Operating Margin as of November 2026 TTM: 12.23%
According to Consolidated Water Co. Ltd.'s latest financial reports, its current operating margin (TTM) is 12.23%. At the end of 2025 the company had an operating margin of 13.83%.
Operating Margin history for Consolidated Water Co. Ltd. from 2000 to 2026
Operating Margin at the end of each year
| Year | Operating Margin | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 (TTM) | 12.23% | -11.57% |
| 2025 | 13.83% | 1.32% |
| 2024 | 13.65% | -33.80% |
| 2023 | 20.62% | 109.34% |
| 2022 | 9.85% | 227.24% |
| 2021 | 3.01% | -73.80% |
| 2020 | 11.49% | -32.53% |
| 2019 | 17.03% | 40.28% |
| 2018 | 12.14% | 232.60% |
| 2017 | 3.65% | -1.08% |
| 2016 | 3.69% | -75.02% |
| 2015 | 14.77% | 49.80% |
| 2014 | 9.86% | -17.83% |
| 2013 | 12.00% | 13.31% |
| 2012 | 10.59% | 8.73% |
| 2011 | 9.74% | -6.44% |
| 2010 | 10.41% | -53.17% |
| 2009 | 22.23% | 48.30% |
| 2008 | 14.99% | -19.97% |
| 2007 | 18.73% | -0.32% |
| 2006 | 18.79% | 16.06% |
| 2005 | 16.19% | -25.56% |
| 2004 | 21.75% | 2.64% |
| 2003 | 21.19% | -3.99% |
| 2002 | 22.07% | 5.00% |
| 2001 | 21.02% | 2.94% |
| 2000 | 20.42% | 0.00% |
Operating Margin for similar companies or competitors
| Company | Operating Margin | Operating Margin Difference | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| 37.04% | -96.97% |
US
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| 30.59% | -97.50% |
BR
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| 41.69% | -96.59% |
GB
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| 30.42% | -97.51% |
GB
|
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| 35.06% | -97.13% |
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 Consolidated Water Co. Ltd.'s operating margin
What is Consolidated Water Co. Ltd.'s operating margin?
Consolidated Water Co. Ltd.'s operating margin is 12.23%, as of Nov 2026.
What was Consolidated Water Co. Ltd.'s operating margin in 2025?
In 2025, Consolidated Water Co. Ltd.'s operating margin was 13.83%, compared with 13.65% in 2024.
How has Consolidated Water Co. Ltd.'s operating margin changed since 2020?
From 2020 to 2025, Consolidated Water Co. Ltd.'s operating margin was highest in 2023 (20.62%) and lowest in 2021 (3.01%).
How does Consolidated Water Co. Ltd.'s operating margin compare with similar companies?
Consolidated Water Co. Ltd.'s operating margin (12.23%) is lower than that of all 5 similar companies listed above. The highest among them is United Utilities Group PLC, with 41.69%.