Palfinger AG
PAL
Rank in Stocks
#7975
Globally, Palfinger AG specializes in the manufacturing and distribution of an... Globally, Palfinger AG specializes in the manufacturing and distribution of an extensive range of crane and lifting technologies. Its comprehensive portfolio encompasses a diverse array of equipment, including various types of cranes such as loader, timber, recycling, knuckle boom, telescopic, stiff boom, offshore, wind, and mobile cranes. Beyond cranes, their offerings extend to winches, specialized offshore apparatus, davit systems, boats, hooklifts, access and passenger platforms, tail lifts, truck-mounted forklifts, railway systems, rope access solutions, bridge inspection units, skiploaders, and essential lifesaving gear. Additionally, Palfinger AG undertakes contract manufacturing for other entities. Palfinger caters to a wide spectrum of industries, including construction, infrastructure, logistics, railway operations, waste management, recycling, forestry, governmental organizations, the offshore sector, wind energy, cruise lines, naval and coast guard operations, aquaculture, fisheries, and general trade and transportation. To ensure global accessibility and support, Palfinger leverages an extensive network comprising around 5,000 service hubs spread across 130 nations, complemented by 200 independent general importers facilitating product and service delivery. Established in 1932 and headquartered in Bergheim, Austria, Palfinger AG operates as a subsidiary of The Palfinger Family.
Share Price
$31.37
Last synced: 2026-11-09
Market Cap
$1.18B
Change (1 day)
2.69%
Change (1 year)
-9.75%
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Operating Margin for Palfinger AG (PAL)
Operating Margin as of November 2026 TTM: 12.80%
According to Palfinger AG's latest financial reports, its current operating margin (TTM) is 12.80%. At the end of 2025 the company had an operating margin of 6.21%.
Operating Margin history for Palfinger AG from 2002 to 2026
Operating Margin at the end of each year
| Year | Operating Margin | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 (TTM) | 12.80% | 106.12% |
| 2025 | 6.21% | -6.48% |
| 2024 | 6.64% | -16.06% |
| 2023 | 7.91% | 17.01% |
| 2022 | 6.76% | -19.71% |
| 2021 | 8.42% | 28.75% |
| 2020 | 6.54% | -23.06% |
| 2019 | 8.50% | 8.14% |
| 2018 | 7.86% | 4.94% |
| 2017 | 7.49% | -4.10% |
| 2016 | 7.81% | -8.01% |
| 2015 | 8.49% | 35.84% |
| 2014 | 6.25% | -17.33% |
| 2013 | 7.56% | 3.28% |
| 2012 | 7.32% | -8.84% |
| 2011 | 8.03% | 31.42% |
| 2010 | 6.11% | -1,346.94% |
| 2009 | -0.49% | -105.64% |
| 2008 | 8.69% | -21.07% |
| 2007 | 11.01% | 30.92% |
| 2006 | 8.41% | -14.62% |
| 2005 | 9.85% | 23.74% |
| 2004 | 7.96% | 3.38% |
| 2003 | 7.70% | 1.05% |
| 2002 | 7.62% | 0.00% |
Operating Margin for similar companies or competitors
| Company | Operating Margin | Operating Margin Difference | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36.95% | -97.11% |
US
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| 11.89% | -99.07% |
DE
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| 16.70% | -98.70% |
FR
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| 21.55% | -98.32% |
US
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| 8.81% | -99.31% |
DE
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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 Palfinger AG's operating margin
What is Palfinger AG's operating margin?
Palfinger AG's operating margin is 12.80%, as of Nov 2026.
What was Palfinger AG's operating margin in 2025?
In 2025, Palfinger AG's operating margin was 6.21%, compared with 6.64% in 2024.
How has Palfinger AG's operating margin changed since 2020?
From 2020 to 2025, Palfinger AG's operating margin was highest in 2021 (8.42%) and lowest in 2025 (6.21%).
How does Palfinger AG's operating margin compare with similar companies?
Palfinger AG's operating margin (12.80%) is higher than that of 2 of the 5 similar companies listed above. The highest among them is Lam Research Corp. R, with 36.95%.