Smurfit Westrock Plc (SW) Operating Margin: 6.24%
Is Smurfit Westrock Plc’s operating margin high or low?
Smurfit Westrock Plc's operating margin of 6.24% is 33% below its 5-year average of 9.29%, near the low end of its 5-year range (4.77%–11.53%).
As of Monday, June 15, 2026. 4.87% above its 12-month average of 5.95%.
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SW Operating Margin Metrics
OPERATING MARGIN
6.24%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG TTM
5.95%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG 3Y
8.70%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG 5Y
9.29%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG 10Y
9.35%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG 15Y
8.87%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG 20Y
7.95%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+4.87%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-28.23%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-32.86%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-33.27%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-29.62%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-21.56%
SW Competitors' Operating Margin
| NAME | MARKET CAP | OPERATING MARGIN | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smurfit Westrock Plc (SW) | $22.72B | 6.24% | 5.95% | 8.70% | 9.29% |
| Rivian Automotive, Inc. (RIVN)vs › | $21.06B | -68.94% | -80.45% | -175.96% | -1396.10% |
| Ralph Lauren Corporation (RL)vs › | $24.64B | 14.53% | 13.85% | 12.51% | 12.58% |
| Ulta Beauty, Inc. (ULTA)vs › | $20.11B | 12.54% | 13.24% | 14.42% | 12.88% |
| Flutter Entertainment plc (FLUT)vs › | $19.19B | 2.40% | 4.79% | 1.00% | 0.15% |
| International Paper Company (IP)vs › | $19.14B | -10.46% | -4.38% | 1.45% | 3.56% |
| Best Buy Co., Inc. (BBY)vs › | $16.55B | 3.40% | 3.73% | 3.70% | 4.15% |
| Tractor Supply Company (TSCO)vs › | $16.39B | 9.28% | 9.65% | 9.89% | 9.87% |
| Ball Corporation (BALL)vs › | $15.17B | 9.17% | 9.48% | 8.85% | 9.22% |
| DraftKings Inc. (DKNG)vs › | $14.39B | 0.58% | -6.51% | -25.51% | -59.96% |
Operating Efficiency
Gross Margin
18.4%
Operating Margin
6.2%
Smurfit Westrock Plc 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
Smurfit Westrock Plc Operating Margin FAQ
- What is the operating margin for Smurfit Westrock Plc (SW)?
- The operating margin for SW stock is 6.24%.
- Is Smurfit Westrock Plc's operating margin high or low?
- Smurfit Westrock Plc's operating margin of 6.24% is 33% below its 5-year average of 9.29%, near the low end of its 5-year range (4.77%–11.53%).
- What is the TTM average operating margin for Smurfit Westrock Plc (SW)?
- The TTM average operating margin for SW stock is 5.95%.
- What is the 3Y average operating margin for Smurfit Westrock Plc (SW)?
- The 3Y average operating margin for SW stock is 8.70%.
- What is the 5Y average operating margin for Smurfit Westrock Plc (SW)?
- The 5Y average operating margin for SW stock is 9.29%.
- What is the 10Y average operating margin for Smurfit Westrock Plc (SW)?
- The 10Y average operating margin for SW stock is 9.35%.
- What is the 15Y average operating margin for Smurfit Westrock Plc (SW)?
- The 15Y average operating margin for SW stock is 8.87%.
- What is the 20Y average operating margin for Smurfit Westrock Plc (SW)?
- The 20Y average operating margin for SW stock is 7.95%.
Smurfit Westrock Plc Operating Margin History
| DATE | OPERATING MARGIN |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 7.13% |
| 2024-12-31 | 4.77% |
| 2023-12-31 | 11.35% |
| 2022-12-31 | 11.53% |
| 2021-12-31 | 10.53% |
| 2020-12-31 | 10.45% |
| 2019-12-31 | 9.77% |
| 2018-12-31 | 11.61% |
| 2017-12-31 | 7.71% |
| 2016-12-31 | 9.99% |
| 2015-12-31 | 8.02% |
| 2014-12-31 | 8.18% |
| 2013-12-31 | 8.08% |
| 2012-12-31 | 8.59% |
| 2011-12-31 | 8.02% |
| 2010-12-31 | 6.13% |
| 2009-12-31 | 4.41% |
| 2008-12-31 | 3.99% |
| 2007-12-31 | 7.73% |
| 2006-12-31 | 3.30% |
| 2005-12-31 | 5.76% |
| 2004-12-31 | 6.66% |
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