International Distributions Services PLC
LSE:IDS

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International Distributions Services PLC
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Price: 362.6 GBX Market Closed
Market Cap: 3.5B GBX
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Operating Margin
International Distributions Services PLC

0.6%
Current
3%
Average
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
0.6%
=
Operating Profit
72m
/
Revenue
12.7B

Operating Margin Across Competitors

Country UK
Market Cap 3.5B GBP
Operating Margin
1%
Country US
Market Cap 107.1B USD
Operating Margin
9%
Country US
Market Cap 67.4B USD
Operating Margin
7%
Country DE
Market Cap 53.3B EUR
Operating Margin
9%
Country DK
Market Cap 360.3B DKK
Operating Margin
10%
Country CN
Market Cap 195.4B CNY
Operating Margin
5%
Country CN
Market Cap 123.4B HKD
Operating Margin
26%
Country US
Market Cap 15.6B USD
Operating Margin
9%
Country US
Market Cap 12.2B USD
Operating Margin
4%
Country CN
Market Cap 86.8B HKD
Operating Margin
4%
Country LU
Market Cap 8.2B EUR
Operating Margin
18%
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International Distributions Services PLC
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Market Cap
3.5B GBX
Industry
Logistics & Transportation

International Distributions Services PLC, often known as Royal Mail Group, has long served as a linchpin in the UK's communications and logistics sectors. Its roots trace back to the early 16th century, woven deeply into the fabric of British history. This legacy company operates primarily through two key divisions: Royal Mail and General Logistics Systems (GLS). Royal Mail focuses on delivering letters and parcels across the UK, maintaining a vast network of post offices and delivery services that reach millions of households daily. Meanwhile, GLS extends the company’s reach beyond Britain, offering parcel logistics services across Europe and North America. The company navigates the complexities of an increasingly digital world with a dual focus on traditional and modern approaches, transforming an iconic postal service into a diverse logistics powerhouse. Revenue streams for International Distributions Services PLC are multifaceted, stemming from traditional mail, parcels, and international logistics services. Domestically, the company earns by fulfilling its universal service obligation, ensuring delivery of letters and parcels to every UK address. However, as digital communication reduces the demand for traditional mail, the parcel delivery business has become increasingly crucial. This shift is propelled by the burgeoning e-commerce sector, which boosts demand for effective and reliable parcel logistics. Internationally, GLS contributes significant revenue by capitalizing on cross-border e-commerce and trade flows across its international networks. Thus, the company balances the heritage of traditional mail with innovative logistic strategies, striving to remain competitive in a rapidly changing market.

IDS Intrinsic Value
610.41 GBX
Undervaluation 41%
Intrinsic Value
Price

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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
0.6%
=
Operating Profit
72m
/
Revenue
12.7B
What is the Operating Margin of International Distributions Services PLC?

Based on International Distributions Services PLC's most recent financial statements, the company has Operating Margin of 0.6%.