Operating Margin - IJM Corporation Bhd (KLSE:IJM)

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Price: 2.2 MYR 0.46%

Market Cap: 8B MYR

14.7%

Current

18%

Average

5.2%

Industry

Operating Margin represents how efficiently a company is able to generate profit through its core operations.

Higher ratios are generally better, illustrating the company is efficient in its operations and is good at turning sales into profits.

Operating Margin

14.7%

Operating Profit

990.8m

Revenue

6.7B

Operating Margin Across Competitors

Country		Company	Market Cap	Operating Margin
MY	I	IJM Corporation Bhd KLSE:IJM	7.7B MYR	15%
FR		Vinci SA PAR:DG	67.1B EUR	12%
US		Quanta Services Inc NYSE:PWR	65.4B USD	6%
IN		Larsen & Toubro Ltd NSE:LT	5.6T INR	9%
IN		Larsen and Toubro Ltd F:LTO	51.2B EUR	9%
ES		Ferrovial SA MAD:FER	41.3B EUR	10%
NL		Ferrovial SE AEX:FER	41.1B EUR	10%
US		Comfort Systems USA Inc NYSE:FIX	34.2B USD	13%
CN	C	China State Construction Engineering Corp Ltd SSE:601668	214.5B CNY	4%
DE	H	Hochtief AG XETRA:HOT	25B EUR	4%
US		EMCOR Group Inc NYSE:EME	28B USD	9%

IJM Corporation Bhd
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Market Cap

7.7B MYR

Industry

Construction

IJM Corporation Bhd, a stalwart in Malaysia's construction and property development sector, began its journey in 1983 when three local construction giants, IGB Construction, Jurutama, and Mudajaya Construction, forged a visionary merger. This strategic union equipped IJM with the prowess to undertake large-scale infrastructure projects, positioning it as a trusted partner in shaping Malaysia’s skylines and beyond. Its foundation in construction remains the backbone of its operations, delivering a steady stream of revenue through government contracts and private sector projects. Through adept project management and leveraging economies of scale, IJM efficiently conducts its construction business, which ranges from building highways and skyscrapers to major infrastructure, establishing its footprint in both local and international markets. While its roots are firmly entrenched in construction, IJM has diversified its interests into various sectors—property development, manufacturing, quarrying, infrastructure concessions, and plantations—all of which converge to create a robust revenue base. The property development arm capitalizes on the demand for residential, commercial, and industrial spaces, translating Malaysia’s rapid urbanization into profitable ventures. Additionally, IJM’s foray into infrastructure concessions provides long-term earnings through toll road operations and other public-private partnership projects. Its manufacturing and quarrying units support construction activities by supplying essential materials, fostering cost efficiency, and ensuring quality control. Meanwhile, the plantation division taps into the agricultural domain, contributing to revenues through palm oil production. This diverse portfolio not only mitigates risk but also ensures IJM remains agile and resilient in an ever-evolving economic landscape.

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IJM Corporation Bhd
KLSE:IJM