Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc Profit Margin
Data as of August 04, 2026
Profit Margin (TTM)
15.0%
Revenue (TTM)
$46.41B
Sector
Life Sciences Tools & Services
Ticker
TMO
How It's Calculated
What This Means
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc's profit margin of 15.0% is solid for many industries, though norms vary widely in Life Sciences Tools & Services.
About Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc (TMO) operates in the Life Sciences Tools & Services sector, specifically in Life Sciences Tools & Services. With a market capitalization of about $213.42B, it ranks as a mega-cap stock — one of the largest publicly traded companies.
Shares recently traded near $574.03, within a 52-week range of $435.27 to $643.99 (-10.9% from the high, +31.9% from the low). Beta of 0.85 is broadly in line with typical market sensitivity.
Trailing profit margin is about 15.0%, signaling a solid profit margin for its industry.
Understanding This Metric
Profit margin connects income-statement quality to valuation. For Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc, trailing margin summarizes how much revenue converts to net profit after costs. In Life Sciences Tools & Services, margins differ by business model — software and services often run higher margins than capital-intensive industries. Track margin trends across quarters; a stable or improving margin can support earnings durability, while sharp declines may warrant deeper review of guidance and competition.
Using This Number in Practice
At about 15.0% trailing profit margin, Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc (TMO) is in a range often seen among mature operators in its industry. For large revenue bases, even a one-point margin move can shift earnings materially, so trend matters as much as the spot reading.
When comparing TMO to alternatives, combine margin with return on equity, revenue growth, and valuation. Use our margin calculator for scenario work, and browse the TMO metrics hub plus sector peers in the comparison section above.
Sector Comparison
Among Life Sciences Tools & Services names on our S&P 100 coverage, Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc's profit margin of 15.0% can be compared with peers such as DHR (16.0%). Sector context helps interpretation, but each company's growth profile and balance sheet differ — use multiple metrics before drawing conclusions. View all Life Sciences Tools & Services stocks.
Key Takeaways
- TMO is grouped in the Life Sciences Tools & Services sector for peer comparisons.
- Recent beta of 0.85 suggests lower-than-market price sensitivity.
- Trailing profit margin of 15.0% provides context for how much earnings support the headline multiple.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is TMO's profit margin?
Trailing profit margin measures net income as a percent of revenue. Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc's margin is about 15.0% on this snapshot — higher margins often support stronger valuation multiples in Life Sciences Tools & Services.
Is 15.0% strong for Life Sciences Tools & Services?
Peers in Life Sciences Tools & Services such as DHR (16.0%) help benchmark TMO's 15.0%. Margins vary by sub-industry and accounting cycle.
How often is profit margin updated?
Margins update after quarterly earnings; price-only fields refresh on trading days. Data as of August 04, 2026.
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