Sterling Tools Limited
STERTOOLS
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Sterling Tools Limited is a key player in the manufacturing and distribution of... Sterling Tools Limited is a key player in the manufacturing and distribution of high-tensile, cold-forged fasteners, primarily supplying original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) throughout India. The company offers an extensive range of fasteners, including standard, specialized, chassis, and engine types, which are utilized across various applications such as passenger and commercial vehicles, two-wheelers, farm and construction equipment, and off-road machinery. In addition to its core fastener business, Sterling Tools also engages in the leasing of immovable property and the production and trading of motor control units for the automotive industry. The company boasts a significant international presence, exporting its products to markets in Europe, the United States, South America, and the Middle East. Founded in 1979, Sterling Tools Limited is headquartered in Faridabad, India.
Share Price
$2.30
Last synced: 2026-11-09
Market Cap
$83.49M
Change (1 day)
-1.50%
Change (1 year)
-33.05%
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Operating Margin for Sterling Tools Limited (STERTOOLS)
Operating Margin as of November 2026 TTM: 3.66%
According to Sterling Tools Limited's latest financial reports, its current operating margin (TTM) is 3.66%. At the end of 2025 the company had an operating margin of 7.29%.
Operating Margin history for Sterling Tools Limited from 2006 to 2026
Operating Margin at the end of each year
| Year | Operating Margin | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 (TTM) | 3.66% | -49.79% |
| 2025 | 7.29% | -9.22% |
| 2024 | 8.03% | -5.42% |
| 2023 | 8.49% | 8.43% |
| 2022 | 7.83% | -24.57% |
| 2021 | 10.38% | -5.21% |
| 2020 | 10.95% | -17.30% |
| 2019 | 13.24% | -21.42% |
| 2018 | 16.85% | 4.53% |
| 2017 | 16.12% | 43.29% |
| 2016 | 11.25% | 40.10% |
| 2015 | 8.03% | 1.65% |
| 2014 | 7.90% | 32.33% |
| 2013 | 5.97% | -15.56% |
| 2012 | 7.07% | -42.57% |
| 2011 | 12.31% | -8.54% |
| 2010 | 13.46% | 102.41% |
| 2009 | 6.65% | -42.82% |
| 2008 | 11.63% | 5.44% |
| 2007 | 11.03% | 21.88% |
| 2006 | 9.05% | 0.00% |
Operating Margin for similar companies or competitors
| Company | Operating Margin | Operating Margin Difference | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6.51% | -98.22% |
HK
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| 23.21% | -93.66% |
US
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| 8.34% | -97.72% |
US
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| 24.44% | -93.32% |
US
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| 17.57% | -95.20% |
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 Sterling Tools Limited's operating margin
What is Sterling Tools Limited's operating margin?
Sterling Tools Limited's operating margin is 3.66%, as of Nov 2026.
What was Sterling Tools Limited's operating margin in 2025?
In 2025, Sterling Tools Limited's operating margin was 7.29%, compared with 8.03% in 2024.
How has Sterling Tools Limited's operating margin changed since 2020?
From 2020 to 2025, Sterling Tools Limited's operating margin was highest in 2020 (10.95%) and lowest in 2025 (7.29%).
How does Sterling Tools Limited's operating margin compare with similar companies?
Sterling Tools Limited's operating margin (3.66%) is lower than that of all 5 similar companies listed above. The highest among them is RBC Bearings Incorporated, with 24.44%.