Sto SE & Co. KGaA
STO3
Rank in Stocks
#10648
Sto SE & Co. KGaA, headquartered in Stühlingen, Germany, specializes in the... Sto SE & Co. KGaA, headquartered in Stühlingen, Germany, specializes in the global manufacture and distribution of a diverse range of building coatings and integrated systems. Operating across Europe, the Americas, and the Asia Pacific, the company provides solutions for both exterior and interior applications. Its product portfolio encompasses advanced facade systems, including external thermal insulation and rainscreen cladding, alongside various facade coatings like renders and paints. For internal spaces, Sto offers plaster and paint systems suitable for residential and commercial properties, a variety of decorative finishes, and unique surface design elements utilizing different materials, patterns, and textures. The company also develops acoustic systems, featuring specialized boards, sails, and plaster finishes designed to enhance sound management and aesthetics. Furthermore, Sto supplies robust floor coatings for a multitude of environments, from industrial facilities, commercial spaces, and public buildings to parking decks and cleanrooms. It also provides essential products for concrete repair and restoration. Complementing these core offerings are various construction materials such as insulation, carrier boards for acoustic systems, architectural elements, brick surfaces, outdoor ceramics, interior tiles, and specialized paints and lacquers. Sto delivers comprehensive, integrated solutions across its areas of expertise: facade insulation, interior design, acoustic management, floor coatings, and concrete restoration. The company serves a broad customer base, including professional applicators like painters, plasterers, and building contractors, as well as architects, planning offices, and the real estate sector, utilizing both direct and multi-stage distribution networks. Formerly known as Sto AG, the company adopted its current name in March 2014 and operates as a subsidiary of Stotmeister Beteiligungs GmbH.
Share Price
$117.61
Last synced: 2026-11-09
Market Cap
$667.28M
Change (1 day)
-1.40%
Change (1 year)
-10.79%
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Operating Margin for Sto SE & Co. KGaA (STO3)
Operating Margin as of November 2026 TTM: 4.68%
According to Sto SE & Co. KGaA's latest financial reports, its current operating margin (TTM) is 4.68%. At the end of 2025 the company had an operating margin of 5.03%.
Operating Margin history for Sto SE & Co. KGaA from 2008 to 2026
Operating Margin at the end of each year
| Year | Operating Margin | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 (TTM) | 4.68% | -6.96% |
| 2025 | 5.03% | 25.44% |
| 2024 | 4.01% | -49.62% |
| 2023 | 7.96% | -68.57% |
| 2022 | 25.33% | 181.44% |
| 2021 | 9.00% | -8.91% |
| 2020 | 9.88% | 32.97% |
| 2019 | 7.43% | 16.82% |
| 2018 | 6.36% | 1.44% |
| 2017 | 6.27% | 9.42% |
| 2016 | 5.73% | -14.86% |
| 2015 | 6.73% | -17.12% |
| 2014 | 8.12% | -3.91% |
| 2013 | 8.45% | 2.18% |
| 2012 | 8.27% | -12.39% |
| 2011 | 9.44% | 8.76% |
| 2010 | 8.68% | -2.58% |
| 2009 | 8.91% | 1.37% |
| 2008 | 8.79% | 0.00% |
Operating Margin for similar companies or competitors
| Company | Operating Margin | Operating Margin Difference | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7.22% | -98.46% |
PH
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| 14.39% | -96.93% |
IE
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| 19.15% | -95.91% |
IE
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| 15.90% | -96.60% |
CH
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| 10.25% | -97.81% |
FR
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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 Sto SE & Co. KGaA's operating margin
What is Sto SE & Co. KGaA's operating margin?
Sto SE & Co. KGaA's operating margin is 4.68%, as of Nov 2026.
What was Sto SE & Co. KGaA's operating margin in 2025?
In 2025, Sto SE & Co. KGaA's operating margin was 5.03%, compared with 4.01% in 2024.
How has Sto SE & Co. KGaA's operating margin changed since 2020?
From 2020 to 2025, Sto SE & Co. KGaA's operating margin was highest in 2022 (25.33%) and lowest in 2024 (4.01%).
How does Sto SE & Co. KGaA's operating margin compare with similar companies?
Sto SE & Co. KGaA's operating margin (4.68%) is lower than that of all 5 similar companies listed above. The highest among them is CRH plc, with 19.15%.