Dawson Geophysical Company
DWSN
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Dawson Geophysical Company (DWSN) specializes in the collection and... Dawson Geophysical Company (DWSN) specializes in the collection and interpretation of onshore seismic data, operating across both the United States and Canada. They are adept at capturing and analyzing various forms of seismic information—including 2D, 3D, and multi-component datasets—for a diverse clientele. This includes major and independent oil and gas firms, alongside entities that manage multi-client data repositories. Their field teams primarily furnish this geological data to businesses involved in locating and developing petroleum resources, encompassing operations on land and within transitional zones where land meets water. Additionally, Dawson extends its services to the potash mining sector. Established in 1952 and headquartered in Midland, Texas, Dawson Geophysical Company operates as a subsidiary under Wilks Brothers, LLC.
Share Price
$1.60
Last synced: 2026-11-09
Market Cap
$49.69M
Change (1 day)
-2.44%
Change (1 year)
-23.81%
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Operating Margin for Dawson Geophysical Company (DWSN)
Operating Margin as of November 2026 TTM: 5.25%
According to Dawson Geophysical Company's latest financial reports, its current operating margin (TTM) is 5.25%. At the end of 2025 the company had an operating margin of -2.20%.
Operating Margin history for Dawson Geophysical Company from 2000 to 2026
Operating Margin at the end of each year
| Year | Operating Margin | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 (TTM) | 5.25% | -338.64% |
| 2025 | -2.20% | -64.11% |
| 2024 | -6.13% | -54.59% |
| 2023 | -13.50% | -68.60% |
| 2022 | -43.00% | -63.67% |
| 2021 | -118.36% | 628.37% |
| 2020 | -16.25% | 45.87% |
| 2019 | -11.14% | -31.36% |
| 2018 | -16.23% | -31.86% |
| 2017 | -23.82% | -35.76% |
| 2016 | -37.08% | 113.96% |
| 2015 | -17.33% | 104.60% |
| 2014 | -8.47% | 54.56% |
| 2013 | -5.48% | -140.18% |
| 2012 | 13.64% | 13.38% |
| 2011 | 12.03% | 8,492.86% |
| 2010 | 0.14% | -97.42% |
| 2009 | 5.43% | -62.16% |
| 2008 | 14.35% | -2.78% |
| 2007 | 14.76% | -30.54% |
| 2006 | 21.25% | -10.79% |
| 2005 | 23.82% | 59.87% |
| 2004 | 14.90% | 115.01% |
| 2003 | 6.93% | -126.31% |
| 2002 | -26.34% | 131.66% |
| 2001 | -11.37% | -53.17% |
| 2000 | -24.28% | 0.00% |
Operating Margin for similar companies or competitors
| Company | Operating Margin | Operating Margin Difference | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12.58% | -97.60% |
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| 12.13% | -97.69% |
US
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| 18.71% | -96.44% |
LU
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| 12.58% | -97.60% |
US
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| 15.69% | -97.01% |
GB
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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 Dawson Geophysical Company's operating margin
What is Dawson Geophysical Company's operating margin?
Dawson Geophysical Company's operating margin is 5.25%, as of Nov 2026.
What was Dawson Geophysical Company's operating margin in 2025?
In 2025, Dawson Geophysical Company's operating margin was -2.20%, compared with -6.13% in 2024.
How has Dawson Geophysical Company's operating margin changed since 2020?
From 2020 to 2025, Dawson Geophysical Company's operating margin was highest in 2025 (-2.20%) and lowest in 2021 (-118.36%).
How does Dawson Geophysical Company's operating margin compare with similar companies?
Dawson Geophysical Company's operating margin (5.25%) is lower than that of all 5 similar companies listed above. The highest among them is Tenaris S.A., with 18.71%.