Mettler-Toledo International Inc. (MTD) Operating Margin: 27.78%
Is Mettler-Toledo International Inc.’s operating margin high or low?
Mettler-Toledo International Inc.'s operating margin of 27.78% is in line with its 5-year average of 27.71%, around the middle of its 5-year range (25.41%–29.11%).
The operating margin for Mettler-Toledo International Inc. (MTD) is 27.78% as of Tuesday, June 9, 2026. It is below its 12-month average by 2.34% (28.45%).
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MTD Operating Margin Metrics
OPERATING MARGIN
27.78%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG TTM
28.45%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG 3Y
28.53%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG 5Y
27.71%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG 10Y
25.38%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG 15Y
23.05%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG 20Y
21.03%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-2.34%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-2.63%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+0.23%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+9.48%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+20.50%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+32.08%
MTD Competitors' Operating Margin
| NAME | MARKET CAP | OPERATING MARGIN | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mettler-Toledo International Inc. (MTD) | — | 27.78% | 28.45% | 28.53% | 27.71% |
| Waters Corporation (WAT) | $24.19B | 28.22% | 28.07% | 28.30% | 28.33% |
| BioNTech SE (BNTX) | $21.87B | -22.63% | -35.20% | 5.18% | 14.03% |
| Veeva Systems Inc. (VEEV) | $27.37B | 28.68% | 26.93% | 23.33% | 24.40% |
| Moderna, Inc. (MRNA) | $18.94B | -158.13% | -140.72% | -73.36% | -52.24% |
| Biogen Inc. (BIIB) | $29.39B | 19.14% | 22.44% | 23.65% | 25.70% |
| Hologic, Inc. (HOLX) | $16.97B | 17.42% | 19.66% | 22.41% | 27.16% |
| DexCom, Inc. (DXCM) | $30.17B | 19.56% | 17.22% | 16.09% | 15.13% |
| IQVIA Holdings Inc. (IQV) | $31.09B | 14.02% | 14.15% | 13.50% | 11.74% |
| Centene Corporation (CNC) | $32.69B | -3.91% | -0.98% | 0.21% | 0.84% |
Operating Efficiency
Gross Margin
57.5%
Operating Margin
27.8%
Mettler-Toledo International Inc. Operating Margin Formula & Definition
Operating Margin = Operating Income / Revenue
Operating margin is the percentage of revenue remaining after operating expenses, reflecting operating efficiency.
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Mettler-Toledo International Inc. Operating Margin FAQ
- What is the operating margin for Mettler-Toledo International Inc. (MTD)?
- The operating margin for MTD stock is 27.78%.
- Is Mettler-Toledo International Inc.'s operating margin high or low?
- Mettler-Toledo International Inc.'s operating margin of 27.78% is in line with its 5-year average of 27.71%, around the middle of its 5-year range (25.41%–29.11%).
- What is the TTM average operating margin for Mettler-Toledo International Inc. (MTD)?
- The TTM average operating margin for MTD stock is 28.45%.
- What is the 3Y average operating margin for Mettler-Toledo International Inc. (MTD)?
- The 3Y average operating margin for MTD stock is 28.53%.
- What is the 5Y average operating margin for Mettler-Toledo International Inc. (MTD)?
- The 5Y average operating margin for MTD stock is 27.71%.
- What is the 10Y average operating margin for Mettler-Toledo International Inc. (MTD)?
- The 10Y average operating margin for MTD stock is 25.38%.
- What is the 15Y average operating margin for Mettler-Toledo International Inc. (MTD)?
- The 15Y average operating margin for MTD stock is 23.05%.
- What is the 20Y average operating margin for Mettler-Toledo International Inc. (MTD)?
- The 20Y average operating margin for MTD stock is 21.03%.
Mettler-Toledo International Inc. Operating Margin History
| DATE | OPERATING MARGIN |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 27.78% |
| 2024-12-31 | 29.11% |
| 2023-12-31 | 28.50% |
| 2022-12-31 | 28.73% |
| 2021-12-31 | 26.76% |
| 2020-12-31 | 25.41% |
| 2019-12-31 | 24.21% |
| 2018-12-31 | 23.27% |
| 2017-12-31 | 22.38% |
| 2016-12-31 | 21.54% |
| 2015-12-31 | 21.44% |
| 2014-12-31 | 19.18% |
| 2013-12-31 | 18.93% |
| 2012-12-31 | 18.08% |
| 2011-12-31 | 16.49% |
| 2010-12-31 | 17.05% |
| 2009-12-31 | 16.35% |
| 2008-12-31 | 15.22% |
| 2007-12-31 | 14.66% |
| 2006-12-31 | 13.44% |
| 2005-12-31 | 13.17% |
| 2004-12-31 | 11.90% |
| 2003-12-31 | 11.93% |
| 2002-12-31 | 12.84% |
| 2001-12-31 | 10.32% |
| 2000-12-31 | 11.98% |
| 1999-12-31 | 10.54% |
| 1998-12-31 | 9.98% |
| 1997-12-31 | 8.05% |
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About Mettler-Toledo International Inc.
Mettler-Toledo International Inc. (MTD) is a global enterprise dedicated to the production and provision of precision instruments and related services. The company's operations are strategically organized across five geographical divisions: its domestic U.S. market, Swiss operations, Western European activities, Chinese operations, and an 'Other' segment covering remaining territories. Their extensive product portfolio serves diverse scientific and industrial needs. Within the laboratory sphere, Mettler-Toledo supplies a comprehensive array of equipment, including high-precision balances, advanced liquid handling systems (such as pipetting solutions), automated laboratory reactors, titrators, pH meters, sensors and analyzers for process analytics, instruments for evaluating physical properties, thermal analysis systems, and various other analytical tools. These hardware offerings are complemented by LabX, their proprietary software platform designed for managing and analyzing instrument-generated data. For industrial applications, the company offers robust weighing instruments with associated terminals, automated systems for dimensional measurement and data capture, heavy-duty vehicle scales, specialized industrial software, and a full suite of product inspection technologies. This includes metal detectors, X-ray inspection systems, checkweighers, camera-based imaging equipment, and solutions for track-and-trace. Additionally, Mettler-Toledo provides sophisticated retail weighing solutions, encompassing networked scales and accompanying software, standalone scales, and automated packaging and labeling systems specifically tailored for fresh food items. The company caters to a wide spectrum of clients, including the life sciences sector, independent research organizations, testing laboratories, food and beverage manufacturers, food retailers, chemical, specialty chemical, and cosmetics companies, transportation and logistics firms, metals and electronics industries, and the academic community. Sales and support are conducted through both a direct sales force and an established network of indirect distribution channels. Mettler-Toledo International Inc. was founded in 1991 and is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio.
- Sector
- Healthcare
- Industry
- Medical - Diagnostics & Research
- CEO
- Patrick K. Kaltenbach