Block, Inc. (SQ) Operating Margin: 4.93%
Is Block, Inc.’s operating margin high or low?
Block, Inc.'s operating margin of 4.93% is 205% above its 5-year average of 1.62%, near the high end of its 5-year range (-3.56%–7.06%).
As of Wednesday, June 17, 2026. 8.36% below its 12-month average of 5.38%.
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SQ Operating Margin Metrics
OPERATING MARGIN
4.93%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG TTM
5.38%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG 3Y
1.48%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG 5Y
1.62%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG 10Y
-1.55%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG 15Y
N/A
OPERATING MARGIN AVG 20Y
N/A
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-8.36%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+232.55%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+204.63%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+418.25%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
N/A
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
N/A
SQ Competitors' Operating Margin
| NAME | MARKET CAP | OPERATING MARGIN | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Block, Inc. (SQ) | $51.73B | 4.93% | 5.38% | 1.48% | 1.62% |
| Microchip Technology Incorporated (MCHP)vs › | $51.84B | 10.40% | 8.57% | 21.94% | 22.20% |
| ON Semiconductor Corporation (ON)vs › | $46.34B | 10.84% | 18.71% | 24.13% | 20.38% |
| Garmin Ltd. (GRMN)vs › | $45.31B | 26.46% | 25.60% | 23.31% | 23.81% |
| Block, Inc. (XYZ)vs › | $44.57B | 11.74% | 9.79% | 5.29% | 3.65% |
| GLOBALFOUNDRIES Inc. (GFS)vs › | $43.83B | 12.08% | 4.29% | 9.56% | 0.53% |
| Keysight Technologies, Inc. (KEYS)vs › | $59.86B | 18.17% | 17.19% | 20.96% | 20.64% |
| Autodesk, Inc. (ADSK)vs › | $42.52B | 26.60% | 23.61% | 21.88% | 19.70% |
| Astera Labs, Inc. Common Stock (ALAB)vs › | $62.00B | 22.36% | -4.47% | -27.45% | -27.45% |
| Teradyne, Inc. (TER)vs › | $64.08B | 26.92% | 21.40% | 21.97% | 25.01% |
Operating Efficiency
Gross Margin
44.9%
Operating Margin
4.9%
Block, 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
Block, Inc. Operating Margin FAQ
- What is the operating margin for Block, Inc. (SQ)?
- The operating margin for SQ stock is 4.93%.
- Is Block, Inc.'s operating margin high or low?
- Block, Inc.'s operating margin of 4.93% is 205% above its 5-year average of 1.62%, near the high end of its 5-year range (-3.56%–7.06%).
- What is the TTM average operating margin for Block, Inc. (SQ)?
- The TTM average operating margin for SQ stock is 5.38%.
- What is the 3Y average operating margin for Block, Inc. (SQ)?
- The 3Y average operating margin for SQ stock is 1.48%.
- What is the 5Y average operating margin for Block, Inc. (SQ)?
- The 5Y average operating margin for SQ stock is 1.62%.
- What is the 10Y average operating margin for Block, Inc. (SQ)?
- The 10Y average operating margin for SQ stock is -1.55%.
Block, Inc. Operating Margin History
| DATE | OPERATING MARGIN |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 7.06% |
| 2024-12-31 | 3.70% |
| 2023-12-31 | -1.27% |
| 2022-12-31 | -3.56% |
| 2021-12-31 | 0.91% |
| 2020-12-31 | 2.87% |
| 2019-12-31 | 0.56% |
| 2018-12-31 | -1.11% |
| 2017-12-31 | -2.45% |
| 2016-12-31 | -9.98% |
| 2015-12-31 | -13.77% |
| 2014-12-31 | -17.70% |
| 2013-12-31 | -19.00% |
| 2012-12-31 | -41.96% |
About Block, Inc.
Block, Inc., a company founded in 2009 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, (previously known as Square, Inc. until its rebranding in December 2021), develops a wide array of financial technology tools. Primarily, it equips businesses with solutions to process card payments efficiently, offering robust reporting and analytics, coupled with rapid next-day settlement services. Their hardware offerings cover various transaction needs: from the basic Magstripe reader for swiped cards, to the Contactless and chip reader compatible with EMV chip cards and Near Field Communication (NFC) payments. They also provide the Square Stand, which converts an iPad into a complete payment terminal; the integrated Square Register, combining hardware, point-of-sale software, and payment processing; and the versatile Square Terminal, a modern device that replaces traditional keypad terminals with its tap, dip, and swipe capabilities and built-in receipt printer. The company's extensive software suite addresses diverse business requirements, including Square Point of Sale, Square Appointments for scheduling, specialized platforms like Square for Retail and Square for Restaurants, and online commerce solutions via Square Online and Square Online Checkout. Additional tools encompass Square Invoices, Square Virtual Terminal, Square Team Management, Square Contracts, and comprehensive loyalty, marketing, and gift card programs, all managed through the Square Dashboard. Moreover, Block, Inc. supports the developer community with a platform featuring application programming interfaces (APIs) and software development kits (SDKs). Beyond its core merchant services, the company also offers the popular Cash App for individual money management (sending, spending, and storing funds) and Weebly, which provides website hosting and domain name registration solutions. Block, Inc. maintains a global presence, serving customers across the United States, Canada, Japan, Australia, Ireland, France, Spain, and the United Kingdom.
- Sector
- Technology
- Industry
- Software - Infrastructure
- CEO
- Jack Dorsey