Smurfit Westrock Plc (SW) EBITDA Margin: 13.95%
Is Smurfit Westrock Plc’s EBITDA margin high or low?
Smurfit Westrock Plc's EBITDA margin of 13.95% is in line with its 5-year average of 15.28%, near the low end of its 5-year range (13.46%–16.91%).
As of Monday, June 15, 2026. 1.79% above its 12-month average of 13.71%.
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SW Average EBITDA Margin Chart
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SW EBITDA Margin Metrics
EBITDA MARGIN
13.95%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG TTM
13.71%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 3Y
15.18%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 5Y
15.28%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 10Y
13.92%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 15Y
14.21%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 20Y
12.97%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+1.79%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-8.07%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-8.73%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+0.19%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-1.85%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+7.58%
SW Competitors' EBITDA Margin
| NAME | MARKET CAP | EBITDA MARGIN | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smurfit Westrock Plc (SW) | $22.72B | 13.95% | 13.71% | 15.18% | 15.28% |
| Rivian Automotive, Inc. (RIVN)vs › | $21.06B | -47.56% | -57.91% | -143.41% | -1737.28% |
| Ralph Lauren Corporation (RL)vs › | $24.64B | 14.51% | 15.83% | 15.56% | 15.79% |
| Ulta Beauty, Inc. (ULTA)vs › | $20.11B | 14.80% | 15.58% | 16.73% | 15.62% |
| Flutter Entertainment plc (FLUT)vs › | $19.19B | 12.11% | 11.76% | 9.84% | 11.15% |
| International Paper Company (IP)vs › | $19.14B | -0.55% | 4.78% | 8.88% | 10.15% |
| Best Buy Co., Inc. (BBY)vs › | $16.55B | 5.47% | 5.40% | 5.59% | 6.05% |
| Tractor Supply Company (TSCO)vs › | $16.39B | 12.63% | 12.75% | 12.72% | 12.45% |
| Ball Corporation (BALL)vs › | $15.17B | 15.89% | 14.13% | 13.80% | 13.86% |
| DraftKings Inc. (DKNG)vs › | $14.39B | 5.01% | -0.85% | -18.61% | -51.11% |
Margin Comparison
Gross Margin
18.4%
EBITDA Margin
13.9%
Operating Margin
6.2%
Net Margin
1.2%
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
Smurfit Westrock Plc 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
Smurfit Westrock Plc EBITDA Margin FAQ
- What is the EBITDA margin for Smurfit Westrock Plc (SW)?
- The EBITDA margin for SW stock is 13.95%.
- Is Smurfit Westrock Plc's EBITDA margin high or low?
- Smurfit Westrock Plc's EBITDA margin of 13.95% is in line with its 5-year average of 15.28%, near the low end of its 5-year range (13.46%–16.91%).
- What is the TTM average EBITDA margin for Smurfit Westrock Plc (SW)?
- The TTM average EBITDA margin for SW stock is 13.71%.
- What is the 3Y average EBITDA margin for Smurfit Westrock Plc (SW)?
- The 3Y average EBITDA margin for SW stock is 15.18%.
- What is the 5Y average EBITDA margin for Smurfit Westrock Plc (SW)?
- The 5Y average EBITDA margin for SW stock is 15.28%.
- What is the 10Y average EBITDA margin for Smurfit Westrock Plc (SW)?
- The 10Y average EBITDA margin for SW stock is 13.92%.
- What is the 15Y average EBITDA margin for Smurfit Westrock Plc (SW)?
- The 15Y average EBITDA margin for SW stock is 14.21%.
- What is the 20Y average EBITDA margin for Smurfit Westrock Plc (SW)?
- The 20Y average EBITDA margin for SW stock is 12.97%.
Smurfit Westrock Plc EBITDA Margin History
| DATE | EBITDA MARGIN |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 13.95% |
| 2024-12-31 | 13.46% |
| 2023-12-31 | 16.38% |
| 2022-12-31 | 16.91% |
| 2021-12-31 | 14.98% |
| 2020-12-31 | 16.03% |
| 2019-12-31 | 16.42% |
| 2018-12-31 | 2.20% |
| 2017-12-31 | 13.70% |
| 2016-12-31 | 15.16% |
| 2015-12-31 | 13.97% |
| 2014-12-31 | 11.43% |
| 2013-12-31 | 11.42% |
| 2012-12-31 | 13.10% |
| 2011-12-31 | 14.22% |
| 2010-12-31 | 12.07% |
| 2009-12-31 | 10.52% |
| 2008-12-31 | 9.76% |
| 2007-12-31 | 8.57% |
| 2006-12-31 | 9.27% |
| 2005-12-31 | 8.02% |
| 2004-12-31 | 12.32% |
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About Smurfit Westrock Plc
Smurfit Westrock Plc, operating through its various group entities, is dedicated to the creation, supply, and sale of a wide array of paper-based packaging solutions across Ireland and globally. The company primarily produces containerboard, which it either transforms into corrugated containers for its own use or distributes to other businesses. Its extensive product range also features diverse paper types, including board for consumer packaging, sack paper, graphic paper, and both solid and graphic board. Beyond these materials, Smurfit Westrock offers a comprehensive selection of paper-based packaging items, such as consumer packaging, robust solid board packaging, paper sacks, and unique options like bag-in-box systems. The firm further manufactures linerboard, corrugated medium, various grades of paperboard, and non-packaging paper. Additionally, it develops converted products like folding cartons and corrugated boxes, alongside other goods. A key aspect of their operations involves creating packaging from recycled paper, and they also provide packaging machinery. Smurfit Westrock primarily caters to a broad clientele across sectors such as food and beverage, online retail, general commerce, consumer products, industrial applications, and the foodservice industry. The company was established in 1934 and is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland.
- Sector
- Consumer Cyclical
- Industry
- Packaging & Containers
- CEO
- Anthony Paul J. Smurfit