
Contact Energy Ltd
NZX:CEN

Operating Margin
Contact Energy Ltd
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 Across Competitors
Country | Company | Market Cap |
Operating Margin |
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NZ |
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Contact Energy Ltd
NZX:CEN
|
7.1B NZD |
15%
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US |
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Nextera Energy Inc
NYSE:NEE
|
145B USD |
29%
|
|
ES |
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Iberdrola SA
MAD:IBE
|
95B EUR |
25%
|
|
US |
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Southern Co
NYSE:SO
|
100.3B USD |
26%
|
|
US |
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Duke Energy Corp
NYSE:DUK
|
93.4B USD |
26%
|
|
IT |
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Enel SpA
MIL:ENEL
|
77B EUR |
20%
|
|
US |
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Constellation Energy Corp
NASDAQ:CEG
|
67.1B USD |
18%
|
|
US |
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American Electric Power Company Inc
NASDAQ:AEP
|
57.4B USD |
23%
|
|
FR |
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Electricite de France SA
PAR:EDF
|
46.6B EUR |
-12%
|
|
US |
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Exelon Corp
NASDAQ:EXC
|
46.2B USD |
19%
|
|
US |
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Xcel Energy Inc
NASDAQ:XEL
|
40.7B USD |
18%
|
Contact Energy Ltd
Glance View
Contact Energy Ltd., a cornerstone in New Zealand's energy sector, has been dynamically navigating the renewable energy landscape since its establishment in 1996. With its roots deeply embedded in generating electricity through geothermal and hydro resources, Contact Energy has remained steadfast in leveraging New Zealand's rich natural assets. Headquartered in Wellington, the company is responsible for a significant portion of the country's electricity supply, catering to residential, commercial, and industrial consumers. The narrative of Contact Energy is not merely about power generation; it's about harnessing nature responsibly, driving the shift towards sustainability while maintaining a balance with market demands. At its core, Contact Energy's business model is a sophisticated blend of electricity generation, trading, and retail. The company operates a suite of power stations across New Zealand, producing electricity that is sold through both spot markets and long-term sale agreements. The trading and hedging strategies employed are crafted to mitigate risks associated with fluctuating energy prices, ensuring stable cash flows and profitability. By offering retail services that include electricity and natural gas, Contact Energy expands its revenue streams while embedding itself more deeply into the fabric of everyday life in New Zealand. It's this integration of generation, trading, and retail that outlines the financial lifeblood of Contact Energy, underscoring its role as a pivotal player in New Zealand's journey towards a sustainable energy future.

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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.
Based on Contact Energy Ltd's most recent financial statements, the company has Operating Margin of 15%.