Name: Gross Profit Margin

Definition: Gross profit margin shows how much profit the company keeps from each dollar of sales after covering the direct cost of making its products or delivering services. High margins suggest strong pricing power or efficient production. Shrinking margins might mean rising costs or tougher competition eating into profits.

Interpretation:
• In '2021', ASTE's gross profit margin was 22.8%, showing profitability after production and operational costs. Industry average for Construction/Ag Equipment/Trucks in '2021' stood at 19.6%.
• In '2022', ASTE's gross profit margin was 20.7%, showing profitability after production and operational costs. The decline from '2021' may indicate some operational or financial challenges. Industry average for Construction/Ag Equipment/Trucks in '2022' stood at -4.2%. Industry average declined by 23.8% from previous year.
• In '2023', ASTE's gross profit margin was 24.7%, showing profitability after production and operational costs. The increase since '2022' reflects strengthening financial performance. Industry average for Construction/Ag Equipment/Trucks in '2023' stood at 10.6%. Industry average increased by 14.8% compared to previous year.
• In '2024', ASTE's gross profit margin was 25.1%, showing profitability after production and operational costs. The increase since '2023' reflects strengthening financial performance. Industry average for Construction/Ag Equipment/Trucks in '2024' stood at 22.9%. Industry average increased by 12.4% compared to previous year.
Overall, ASTE's gross profit margin has steadily improved over the past 4 years.

Formula: Gross Profit Margin = (Revenue - COGS) / Revenue

Good Range: Often 20%-60% depending on industry.