Avanos Medical Inc (AVNS)

Pretax margin

Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019
Earnings before tax but after interest (EBT) US$ in thousands -59,800 65,200 7,300 -62,900 -64,000
Revenue US$ in thousands 587,500 810,000 741,300 699,300 682,600
Pretax margin -10.18% 8.05% 0.98% -8.99% -9.38%

December 31, 2023 calculation

Pretax margin = EBT ÷ Revenue
= $-59,800K ÷ $587,500K
= -10.18%

The pretax margin of Avanos Medical Inc has fluctuated over the past five years, with negative values recorded in 2020 at -8.46% and in 2019 at -9.17%. The margin improved significantly in 2022, reaching 7.95%, indicating a period of stronger profitability. However, this positive trend did not continue in 2023 as the pretax margin decreased to -1.17%. This decline suggests a reduction in the company's profitability before accounting for taxes in the most recent fiscal year. Overall, the company's pretax margin performance has been volatile, emphasizing the importance of closely monitoring and addressing factors affecting profitability.


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Dec 31, 2023