Allete Inc (ALE)

Pretax margin

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Earnings before tax but after interest (EBT) US$ in thousands 184,000 275,000 158,100 142,300 122,000
Revenue US$ in thousands 1,529,800 1,879,800 1,570,700 1,419,200 1,169,100
Pretax margin 12.03% 14.63% 10.07% 10.03% 10.44%

December 31, 2024 calculation

Pretax margin = EBT ÷ Revenue
= $184,000K ÷ $1,529,800K
= 12.03%

Based on the data provided, Allete Inc's pretax margin has shown some fluctuations over the years. The trend suggests stability, with the pretax margin ranging from 10.03% to 14.63% during the period from December 31, 2021, to December 31, 2024. The highest pretax margin of 14.63% was recorded on December 31, 2023, indicating a strong profitability before taxes during that year. However, there was a slight decrease in the pretax margin to 12.03% by the end of December 31, 2024. Overall, Allete Inc has maintained a healthy pretax margin above 10%, indicating efficient cost management and profitability in generating income before taxes.