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Chart of the Day: S&P Net Profit

John Keefer, Trust Investment Associate Mar 26, 2026
Bar graph from Q1-21 to Q4 - 25, showing the S&P 500's quarterly net profit.

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Today’s Chart of the Day, sourced from FactSet, highlights five years of quarterly data on the S&P 500’s net profit margin.
 
The chart shows the S&P 500’s net profit margin steadily increasing from late 2022 and settling at a 5-year high of 13.2% by Q4 2025.
 
Profit margin measures how much of a company’s revenue turns into profit after expenses, making it a key indicator of efficiency and financial health. Rising margins suggest stronger operations and better cost control, which can boost earnings and support higher stock valuations—benefits that matter to investors.
 
This upward trend also signals a healthier economy overall, as improving profitability often reflects solid demand for goods and services.
Chart of the Day

About the Author

John Keefer, Trust Investment Associate
John Keefer, Trust Investment Associate

John joined Crews Bank & Trust as a Trust Investment Associate in September 2025. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus in Finance and Banking from the University of Missouri, along with an Investment Certificate. In his role, he supports portfolio maintenance and analysis while helping clients work toward their financial goals.

Investments are not a deposit or other obligation of, or guaranteed by, the bank, are not FDIC insured, not insured by any federal government agency, and are subject to investment risks, including possible loss of principal.

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