Cost of Revenue Comparison: Ferguson plc vs Equifax Inc.

Cost of Revenue: A Tale of Two Giants

In the world of finance, understanding the cost of revenue is crucial for evaluating a company's efficiency. This chart compares the cost of revenue for Ferguson plc and Equifax Inc. from 2014 to 2023. Ferguson plc, a leader in the distribution of plumbing and heating products, consistently outpaces Equifax Inc., a global data analytics company, in terms of cost of revenue. Over the past decade, Ferguson's cost of revenue has been approximately 10 times higher than Equifax's, reflecting its expansive operations. Notably, Ferguson's cost of revenue peaked in 2023, reaching nearly 21 billion, while Equifax's highest was around 2.3 billion in the same year. The data for 2024 is incomplete, highlighting the dynamic nature of financial reporting. This comparison underscores the diverse operational scales and market strategies of these two industry titans.