Bristol-Myers Squibb Company (BMY)

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 -8,394,000 8,425,000 7,695,000 8,078,000 -6,891,000
Revenue US$ in thousands 48,300,000 45,006,000 46,159,000 46,385,000 42,518,000
Pretax margin -17.38% 18.72% 16.67% 17.42% -16.21%

December 31, 2024 calculation

Pretax margin = EBT ÷ Revenue
= $-8,394,000K ÷ $48,300,000K
= -17.38%

The pretax margin of Bristol-Myers Squibb Company has exhibited fluctuating trends over the years, based on the data provided.

As of December 31, 2020, the company reported a negative pretax margin of -16.21%, indicating that expenses exceeded its gross revenue before accounting for taxes. However, there was a significant improvement in performance by December 31, 2021, with the pretax margin increasing to 17.42%, reflecting better cost management and potentially higher revenue generation.

In the following years, Bristol-Myers Squibb maintained relatively strong pretax margins, with values of 16.67% as of December 31, 2022, and 18.72% as of December 31, 2023. These consistent margins suggest efficient operations and solid financial health.

However, by December 31, 2024, the pretax margin dipped back into negative territory at -17.38%, potentially indicating challenges or increased expenses impacting profitability in that period.

Overall, Bristol-Myers Squibb's pretax margin has shown a mix of positive and negative performance, highlighting the importance of closely monitoring cost structures and revenue streams to sustain profitability in the dynamic pharmaceutical industry.