Akamai Technologies, Inc. (AKAM) Operating Margin: 13.67%
Is Akamai Technologies, Inc.’s operating margin high or low?
Akamai Technologies, Inc.'s operating margin of 13.67% is 23% below its 5-year average of 17.82%, near the low end of its 5-year range (13.36%–22.63%).
As of Wednesday, June 17, 2026. 3.36% below its 12-month average of 14.14%.
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AKAM Operating Margin Metrics
OPERATING MARGIN
13.67%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG TTM
14.14%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG 3Y
15.93%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG 5Y
17.82%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG 10Y
17.54%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG 15Y
19.81%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG 20Y
20.85%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-3.36%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-14.17%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-23.30%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-22.07%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-30.99%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-34.44%
AKAM Competitors' Operating Margin
| NAME | MARKET CAP | OPERATING MARGIN | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Akamai Technologies, Inc. (AKAM) | $18.99B | 13.67% | 14.14% | 15.93% | 17.82% |
| Okta, Inc. (OKTA)vs › | $19.03B | 5.67% | 1.42% | -15.92% | -24.53% |
| Zscaler, Inc. (ZS)vs › | $20.40B | -4.73% | -5.26% | -13.46% | -17.77% |
| Fidelity National Information Services, Inc. (FIS)vs › | $20.79B | 17.90% | 16.67% | 18.42% | 16.86% |
| Fabrinet (FN)vs › | $21.07B | 9.78% | 9.56% | 9.55% | 9.14% |
| F5, Inc. (FFIV)vs › | $22.02B | 24.65% | 24.09% | 19.99% | 18.63% |
| HP Inc. (HPQ)vs › | $22.21B | 5.51% | 6.84% | 6.84% | 6.98% |
| Atlassian Corporation (TEAM)vs › | $22.64B | -3.71% | -2.59% | -3.11% | -1.39% |
| Verisk Analytics, Inc. (VRSK)vs › | $23.53B | 44.87% | 44.05% | 46.66% | 44.30% |
| Rambus Inc. (RMBS)vs › | $14.33B | 35.89% | 34.47% | 26.59% | 16.42% |
Operating Efficiency
Gross Margin
57.2%
Operating Margin
13.7%
Akamai Technologies, Inc. Operating Margin Formula & Definition
Operating Margin = Operating Income / Revenue
Operating margin is the percentage of revenue remaining after operating expenses, reflecting operating efficiency.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Akamai Technologies, Inc. Operating Margin FAQ
- What is the operating margin for Akamai Technologies, Inc. (AKAM)?
- The operating margin for AKAM stock is 13.67%.
- Is Akamai Technologies, Inc.'s operating margin high or low?
- Akamai Technologies, Inc.'s operating margin of 13.67% is 23% below its 5-year average of 17.82%, near the low end of its 5-year range (13.36%–22.63%).
- What is the TTM average operating margin for Akamai Technologies, Inc. (AKAM)?
- The TTM average operating margin for AKAM stock is 14.14%.
- What is the 3Y average operating margin for Akamai Technologies, Inc. (AKAM)?
- The 3Y average operating margin for AKAM stock is 15.93%.
- What is the 5Y average operating margin for Akamai Technologies, Inc. (AKAM)?
- The 5Y average operating margin for AKAM stock is 17.82%.
- What is the 10Y average operating margin for Akamai Technologies, Inc. (AKAM)?
- The 10Y average operating margin for AKAM stock is 17.54%.
- What is the 15Y average operating margin for Akamai Technologies, Inc. (AKAM)?
- The 15Y average operating margin for AKAM stock is 19.81%.
- What is the 20Y average operating margin for Akamai Technologies, Inc. (AKAM)?
- The 20Y average operating margin for AKAM stock is 20.85%.
Akamai Technologies, Inc. Operating Margin History
| DATE | OPERATING MARGIN |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 14.93% |
| 2024-12-31 | 13.36% |
| 2023-12-31 | 16.72% |
| 2022-12-31 | 18.70% |
| 2021-12-31 | 22.63% |
| 2020-12-31 | 20.59% |
| 2019-12-31 | 18.97% |
| 2018-12-31 | 13.35% |
| 2017-12-31 | 12.63% |
| 2016-12-31 | 19.87% |
| 2015-12-31 | 21.21% |
| 2014-12-31 | 24.93% |
| 2013-12-31 | 26.24% |
| 2012-12-31 | 22.89% |
| 2011-12-31 | 25.09% |
| 2010-12-31 | 24.84% |
| 2009-12-31 | 25.99% |
| 2008-12-31 | 26.84% |
| 2007-12-31 | 22.77% |
| 2006-12-31 | 19.39% |
| 2005-12-31 | 25.92% |
| 2004-12-31 | 23.32% |
| 2003-12-31 | -6.92% |
| 2002-12-31 | -125.91% |
| 2001-12-31 | -1478.98% |
| 2000-12-31 | -1002.14% |
| 1999-12-31 | -1415.91% |
| 1998-12-31 | -89900.00% |
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