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Kansas City Southern
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Price: 290.48 USD -2.79% Market Closed
Market Cap: 4.2B USD
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Operating Margin
Kansas City Southern

38.9%
Current
37.5%
Average
6.4%
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
38.9%
=
Operating Profit
1.1B
/
Revenue
2.9B

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Kansas City Southern
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Market Cap
4.2B USD
Industry
Road & Rail

Kansas City Southern (KCS) represents a storied chapter in North American rail transport, tracing its origins back to 1887 when its first line snaked through the heart of the Midwest. From its humble beginnings, KCS gradually expanded its operations, strategically positioning itself as a vital artery enabling economic connectivity between key regions. The company primarily operates a crucial freight transportation network across the central United States and Mexico, effectively serving as a lifeline for industries heavily reliant on efficient and reliable rail services. Through its main subsidiary, Kansas City Southern de México (KCSM), it plays an instrumental role in the interchange of goods across the U.S.-Mexico border, enhancing trade flows between the two countries. KCS’s revenue stream primarily hinges on the transportation of diverse commodities, leveraging its extensive rail network. The company hauls everything from industrial products such as chemicals and petroleum to agricultural goods and automotive vehicles, adjusting to varying seasons and market demands. Furthermore, KCS has invested in technological advancements and infrastructure improvements to heighten the efficiency of its operations, reducing transit times and promoting sustainability across its supply chains. By navigating complex logistics and fostering cross-border trade, KCS not only sustains its profitability but also impacts broader economic trends, underscoring its critical position within the region's socioeconomic infrastructure.

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What is Operating Margin?

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
38.9%
=
Operating Profit
1.1B
/
Revenue
2.9B
What is the Operating Margin of Kansas City Southern?

Based on Kansas City Southern's most recent financial statements, the company has Operating Margin of 38.9%.

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