Akamai Technologies, Inc. (AKAM) EBITDA Margin: 31.88%
Is Akamai Technologies, Inc.’s EBITDA margin high or low?
Akamai Technologies, Inc.'s EBITDA margin of 31.88% is in line with its 5-year average of 34.40%, near the low end of its 5-year range (31.63%–39.04%).
The EBITDA margin for Akamai Technologies, Inc. (AKAM) is 31.88% as of Wednesday, June 10, 2026. It is above its 12-month average by 0.39% (31.75%).
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AKAM EBITDA Margin Metrics
EBITDA MARGIN
31.88%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG TTM
31.75%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 3Y
32.74%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 5Y
34.40%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 10Y
33.68%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 15Y
35.28%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 20Y
35.58%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+0.39%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-2.63%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-7.32%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-5.34%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-9.65%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-10.40%
AKAM Competitors' EBITDA Margin
| NAME | MARKET CAP | EBITDA MARGIN | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Akamai Technologies, Inc. (AKAM) | $18.90B | 31.88% | 31.75% | 32.74% | 34.40% |
| Okta, Inc. (OKTA) | $19.09B | 8.53% | 4.93% | -9.33% | -17.68% |
| Fidelity National Information Services, Inc. (FIS) | $20.14B | 27.16% | 30.30% | 29.93% | 31.72% |
| Zscaler, Inc. (ZS) | $20.17B | 4.21% | 3.60% | -3.59% | -6.87% |
| PTC Inc. (PTC) | $15.70B | 41.35% | 36.55% | 32.84% | 30.88% |
| HP Inc. (HPQ) | $22.88B | 7.40% | 8.11% | 8.30% | 9.04% |
| Atlassian Corporation (TEAM) | $24.05B | 0.46% | 0.55% | -4.66% | -8.50% |
| Juniper Networks, Inc. (JNPR) | $13.36B | 10.57% | 10.89% | 12.17% | 12.88% |
| Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation (CTSH) | $24.92B | 19.77% | 18.84% | 18.43% | 18.04% |
| Trimble Inc. (TRMB) | $11.97B | 21.29% | 42.25% | 34.91% | 29.50% |
Margin Comparison
Gross Margin
57.2%
EBITDA Margin
31.9%
Operating Margin
13.7%
Net Margin
10.2%
Formula: EBITDA Margin = (EBITDA / Revenue) × 100
Why EBITDA Margin matters:
- Removes effects of depreciation policies (D&A)
- Capital structure neutral (ignores interest)
- Tax neutral (ignores tax differences)
- Good proxy for operating cash generation
Akamai Technologies, Inc. EBITDA Margin Formula & Definition
EBITDA Margin = EBITDA / Revenue
EBITDA margin measures operating profitability before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization as a percentage of revenue.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Akamai Technologies, Inc. EBITDA Margin FAQ
- What is the EBITDA margin for Akamai Technologies, Inc. (AKAM)?
- The EBITDA margin for AKAM stock is 31.88%.
- Is Akamai Technologies, Inc.'s EBITDA margin high or low?
- Akamai Technologies, Inc.'s EBITDA margin of 31.88% is in line with its 5-year average of 34.40%, near the low end of its 5-year range (31.63%–39.04%).
- What is the TTM average EBITDA margin for Akamai Technologies, Inc. (AKAM)?
- The TTM average EBITDA margin for AKAM stock is 31.75%.
- What is the 3Y average EBITDA margin for Akamai Technologies, Inc. (AKAM)?
- The 3Y average EBITDA margin for AKAM stock is 32.74%.
- What is the 5Y average EBITDA margin for Akamai Technologies, Inc. (AKAM)?
- The 5Y average EBITDA margin for AKAM stock is 34.40%.
- What is the 10Y average EBITDA margin for Akamai Technologies, Inc. (AKAM)?
- The 10Y average EBITDA margin for AKAM stock is 33.68%.
- What is the 15Y average EBITDA margin for Akamai Technologies, Inc. (AKAM)?
- The 15Y average EBITDA margin for AKAM stock is 35.28%.
- What is the 20Y average EBITDA margin for Akamai Technologies, Inc. (AKAM)?
- The 20Y average EBITDA margin for AKAM stock is 35.58%.
Akamai Technologies, Inc. EBITDA Margin History
| DATE | EBITDA MARGIN |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 31.88% |
| 2024-12-31 | 31.63% |
| 2023-12-31 | 32.56% |
| 2022-12-31 | 34.89% |
| 2021-12-31 | 39.04% |
| 2020-12-31 | 36.38% |
| 2019-12-31 | 35.34% |
| 2018-12-31 | 30.24% |
| 2017-12-31 | 28.34% |
| 2016-12-31 | 34.89% |
| 2015-12-31 | 35.26% |
| 2014-12-31 | 37.82% |
| 2013-12-31 | 38.16% |
| 2012-12-31 | 38.27% |
| 2011-12-31 | 40.05% |
| 2010-12-31 | 39.79% |
| 2009-12-31 | 42.17% |
| 2008-12-31 | 42.41% |
| 2007-12-31 | 34.17% |
| 2006-12-31 | 29.05% |
| 2005-12-31 | 34.81% |
| 2004-12-31 | 32.94% |
| 2003-12-31 | 19.53% |
| 2002-12-31 | -27.09% |
| 2001-12-31 | -1247.91% |
| 2000-12-31 | -198.98% |
| 1999-12-31 | -1316.16% |
| 1998-12-31 | -59900.00% |
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About Akamai Technologies, Inc.
Akamai Technologies, Inc. (AKAM) is a leading global provider of cloud services, specializing in the secure delivery, optimization, and protection of online content and business applications across the internet. The company's primary focus involves offering sophisticated cloud-based solutions designed to shield digital infrastructure, websites, applications (including APIs), and end-users from a wide array of cyberattacks and online threats, all while simultaneously enhancing performance. Akamai further excels in accelerating web and mobile experiences, facilitating dynamic and highly responsive websites and applications. Its extensive media delivery offerings encompass seamless video streaming and player services, efficient game and software distribution, robust broadcast operations, authoritative Domain Name System (DNS) resolution, and comprehensive data analytics. Additionally, Akamai provides cutting-edge edge compute solutions, empowering developers to deploy and run their code directly at the network's edge for improved efficiency and reduced latency. The company also extends its expertise to telecommunications carriers, offering specialized services such as advanced cybersecurity protection, parental controls, resilient DNS infrastructure, and content delivery solutions. To ensure client success, Akamai offers a full suite of support services to assist with the seamless integration, configuration, optimization, and ongoing management of its diverse product portfolio. Akamai distributes its solutions through both its dedicated direct sales and service organizations and an extensive network of channel partners. Founded in 1998, Akamai Technologies, Inc. is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
- Sector
- Technology
- Industry
- Software - Infrastructure
- CEO
- F. Thomson Leighton