The Navigator Company, S.A.
NVG
Rank in Stocks
#5302
The Navigator Company, S.A. is a prominent producer and global distributor of... The Navigator Company, S.A. is a prominent producer and global distributor of various pulp and paper goods. The company's operations are segmented into Market Pulp, UWF Paper, Tissue Paper, and Energy. Its extensive product range includes bleached eucalyptus kraft pulp, fine uncoated papers for writing and printing, and paper products for domestic use, all marketed under recognized brands like Navigator, Multioffice, Discovery, explorer, Inacopia, Target, Pioneer, SOPORSET, INASET, and target plus, serving both commercial and household consumers. Beyond its primary paper business, the company also operates cogeneration facilities and two independent thermoelectric power plants. With a substantial international reach, it conducts business in roughly 130 countries worldwide. Founded in 1953, the entity was previously known as Portucel, S.A. before rebranding as The Navigator Company, S.A. in February 2016. Headquartered in Setúbal, Portugal, it functions as a subsidiary of Semapa - Sociedade de Investimento e Gestão, SGPS, S.A.
Share Price
$3.41
Last synced: 2026-11-09
Market Cap
$2.43B
Change (1 day)
0.67%
Change (1 year)
-3.75%
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Category
Basic Materials
Operating Margin for The Navigator Company, S.A. (NVG)
Operating Margin as of November 2026 TTM: -5.82%
According to The Navigator Company, S.A.'s latest financial reports, its current operating margin (TTM) is -5.82%. At the end of 2025 the company had an operating margin of 8.94%.
Operating Margin history for The Navigator Company, S.A. from 2002 to 2026
Operating Margin at the end of each year
| Year | Operating Margin | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 (TTM) | -5.82% | -165.10% |
| 2025 | 8.94% | -50.72% |
| 2024 | 18.14% | -3.30% |
| 2023 | 18.76% | -19.38% |
| 2022 | 23.27% | 61.71% |
| 2021 | 14.39% | 41.91% |
| 2020 | 10.14% | -26.73% |
| 2019 | 13.84% | -22.77% |
| 2018 | 17.92% | 15.02% |
| 2017 | 15.58% | 6.71% |
| 2016 | 14.60% | -15.95% |
| 2015 | 17.37% | 22.76% |
| 2014 | 14.15% | -7.33% |
| 2013 | 15.27% | -19.88% |
| 2012 | 19.06% | 6.54% |
| 2011 | 17.89% | -10.77% |
| 2010 | 20.05% | 66.25% |
| 2009 | 12.06% | -24.63% |
| 2008 | 16.00% | -29.48% |
| 2007 | 22.69% | 17.14% |
| 2006 | 19.37% | 49.58% |
| 2005 | 12.95% | 35.04% |
| 2004 | 9.59% | -13.53% |
| 2003 | 11.09% | -37.20% |
| 2002 | 17.66% | 0.00% |
Operating Margin for similar companies or competitors
| Company | Operating Margin | Operating Margin Difference | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| -14.31% | -97.54% |
US
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| 6.26% | -101.08% |
FI
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| 18.40% | -103.16% |
BR
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| 3.74% | -100.64% |
SE
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| 10.50% | -101.80% |
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 The Navigator Company, S.A.'s operating margin
What is The Navigator Company, S.A.'s operating margin?
The Navigator Company, S.A.'s operating margin is -5.82%, as of Nov 2026.
What was The Navigator Company, S.A.'s operating margin in 2025?
In 2025, The Navigator Company, S.A.'s operating margin was 8.94%, compared with 18.14% in 2024.
How has The Navigator Company, S.A.'s operating margin changed since 2020?
From 2020 to 2025, The Navigator Company, S.A.'s operating margin was highest in 2022 (23.27%) and lowest in 2025 (8.94%).
How does The Navigator Company, S.A.'s operating margin compare with similar companies?
The Navigator Company, S.A.'s operating margin (-5.82%) is higher than that of 1 of the 5 similar companies listed above. The highest among them is Suzano S.A., with 18.40%.