PerformanceRiskValuationProfitabilityCashflowLiquidityESGRevenue & Geographic ExposureForecastFinancial GrowthIncome GrowthCashflow GrowthBalance Sheet Growth
CRH plc (CRH)
114.271.68 (1.49%)
111.48 - 114.40
76.75 - 114.39
5.09M / 4.21M (Avg.)
23.96 | 4.77
Profitability reveals how effectively the business turns revenues into profits. Higher and improving margins or returns on capital suggest a durable competitive advantage, supporting a stronger intrinsic valuation.
4.11%
ROE under 5% – Weak returns. Howard Marks would worry about capital misallocation. Further due diligence is essential.
1.81%
ROA below 2% – Very poor asset returns. Warren Buffett would demand radical management or strategic shifts.
-79.41%
Negative ROCE suggests negative EBIT or an inflated capital base. Benjamin Graham would check if the firm is structurally unprofitable.
100.00%
Gross margin above 50% – Exceptional. Benjamin Graham would verify if cost advantages or brand power drive this.
-281.87%
Negative operating margin means operating expenses exceed gross profit – a classic Benjamin Graham red flag. Investigate cost structure or revenue viability.
8.02%
Net margin 5-10% – Decent but leaves room for improvement. Philip Fisher would check if expansion plans can enhance margins.