Discontinued — last reported Q4 '15
Business Segments · Operating Margins
Fluids — Operating Margins
Analysis
StatementSegment
CategoryProfitability
SignalHigher is better
VolatilityStable
First reportedQ1 2013
Last reportedQ4 2015
How to read this metric
Higher margins suggest superior cost control, pricing power, or a favorable product mix, while lower margins may signal operational inefficiencies or competitive pricing pressure.
Detailed definition
This metric measures the profitability of the Fluids segment by calculating operating income as a percentage of segment...
Peer comparison
Standard metric across all industrial manufacturing peers, typically compared against segment-specific benchmarks in fluid handling and process equipment sectors.
Metric ID:
dov_segment_fluids_operating_marginsSimilar Metrics at Other Companies
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does fluids — operating margins mean?
- The percentage of revenue the Fluids segment retains as operating profit after covering direct and indirect operating expenses.