Profitability Ratios

Profitability ratios measure a firm’s ability to generate profits. There are a number of common profitability ratios, including:

  • Gross profit margin

  • Profit margin

  • Return on assets

  • Return on equity

  • Earnings per share

  • Price/earnings ratio

  • Payout ratio

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