A10 Network (ATEN)

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 58,099 43,795 52,716 31,642 19,139
Revenue US$ in thousands 261,696 251,700 280,338 250,042 225,526
Pretax margin 22.20% 17.40% 18.80% 12.65% 8.49%

December 31, 2024 calculation

Pretax margin = EBT ÷ Revenue
= $58,099K ÷ $261,696K
= 22.20%

The pretax margin of A10 Networks has shown a gradual increase over the past five years, reflecting improving profitability before taxes. As of December 31, 2020, the company's pretax margin stood at 8.49%, indicating that for every dollar of revenue generated, 8.49 cents were retained as pre-tax profit. The margin then increased to 12.65% by December 31, 2021, reflecting a positive trend in the company's operational efficiency.

Subsequently, there was a significant jump in the pretax margin to 18.80% by December 31, 2022, suggesting enhanced cost management or revenue growth strategies. However, by December 31, 2023, the pretax margin decreased slightly to 17.40%, potentially indicating changes in business operations or economic conditions impacting profitability.

Most recently, by December 31, 2024, A10 Network's pretax margin reached 22.20%, indicating a robust level of profitability before taxes. Overall, the company has shown a positive trend in its pretax margin, demonstrating efficient cost control and revenue generation capabilities, which are crucial for sustainable financial performance.