Operational Costs Compared: SG&A Analysis of Applied Materials, Inc. and FLEETCOR Technologies, Inc.

SG&A Trends: Applied Materials vs. FLEETCOR

__timestampApplied Materials, Inc.FLEETCOR Technologies, Inc.
Wednesday, January 1, 2014890000000377744000
Thursday, January 1, 2015897000000515047000
Friday, January 1, 2016819000000519413000
Sunday, January 1, 2017890000000671544000
Monday, January 1, 20181002000000571765000
Tuesday, January 1, 2019982000000612016000
Wednesday, January 1, 20201093000000567410000
Friday, January 1, 20211229000000747948000
Saturday, January 1, 20221438000000893217000
Sunday, January 1, 202316280000001034248000
Monday, January 1, 20241797000000997780000
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A Decade of SG&A: Applied Materials vs. FLEETCOR Technologies

In the ever-evolving landscape of operational costs, Selling, General, and Administrative (SG&A) expenses serve as a critical indicator of a company's efficiency and strategic focus. Over the past decade, Applied Materials, Inc. has consistently outpaced FLEETCOR Technologies, Inc. in SG&A spending, reflecting its expansive operational scale. From 2014 to 2023, Applied Materials saw a staggering 102% increase in SG&A expenses, peaking at $1.8 billion in 2023. In contrast, FLEETCOR's SG&A expenses grew by 174% over the same period, reaching $1.03 billion in 2023. This growth trajectory highlights FLEETCOR's aggressive expansion strategy. However, the absence of data for 2024 for FLEETCOR suggests a potential shift or reevaluation in their financial reporting. As these industry giants navigate the complexities of operational costs, their SG&A trends offer valuable insights into their strategic priorities and market positioning.

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Date published
28 Jan 2025