Operating Margin - Pandox AB (STO:PNDX B)

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Price: 200 SEK -0.74%

Market Cap: 36.8B SEK

51.7%

Current

51%

Average

25.4%

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

51.7%

Operating Profit

3.8B

Revenue

7.3B

Operating Margin Across Competitors

Country		Company	Market Cap	Operating Margin
SE		Pandox AB STO:PNDX B	38.9B SEK	52%
DE		Vonovia SE XETRA:VNA	21.5B EUR	39%
BM		Hongkong Land Holdings Ltd SGX:H78	16.9B USD	39%
HK	S	Swire Properties Ltd HKEX:1972	123.3B HKD	50%
IL		Azrieli Group Ltd TASE:AZRG	48.9B ILS	59%
CN		China Resources Mixc Lifestyle Services Ltd HKEX:1209	106.1B HKD	27%
CN		Zhejiang China Commodities City Group Co Ltd SSE:600415	90.4B CNY	28%
CH		Swiss Prime Site AG SIX:SPSN	10.1B CHF	66%
PH	S	SM Prime Holdings Inc XPHS:SMPH	667.8B PHP	50%
SG		Capitaland Investment Ltd SGX:9CI	14.4B SGD	24%
SE	S	Sagax AB STO:SAGA A	93.4B SEK	80%

Pandox AB
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Market Cap

38.9B SEK

Industry

Real Estate

Pandox AB is a prominent player in the hospitality property sector, originating from Sweden and expanding its footprint across Europe. Established in 1995, Pandox has adeptly navigated the hospitality industry by focusing on owning, managing, and leasing hotel properties, primarily under long-term agreements with reputable hotel operators. The company's portfolio boasts a diverse range of hotels, strategically located in both major city centers and attractive leisure destinations. This diversity and geographic spread allow Pandox to mitigate market risks associated with economic downturns or tourism flux in any single location. The firm’s strategy emphasizes acquiring properties with potential for active asset management, ensuring that these assets continually appreciate in value through renovations and operational improvements. Pandox generates revenue through two main business segments: Property Management and Operator Activities. In the Property Management segment, the company leases out its hotels to third-party operators, securing stable and predictable rental income over long contractual periods. This model offers a steady cash flow, alleviating the need to navigate the day-to-day operational challenges inherent in hotel management. Meanwhile, the Operator Activities segment involves Pandox directly managing hotel operations for a portion of its properties. This hands-on approach can yield higher returns on investment, albeit with increased exposure to the operational risks of the hospitality sector. By striking a balance between these two approaches, Pandox succeeds in optimizing its revenue streams while strategically investing in hotel properties that enhance its portfolio’s overall value.

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Pandox AB
STO:PNDX B