The Chefs Warehouse Inc (CHEF)

Gross profit margin

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Gross profit US$ in thousands 914,147 814,474 618,636 390,485 248,151
Revenue US$ in thousands 3,794,690 3,390,260 2,556,590 1,728,410 1,090,630
Gross profit margin 24.09% 24.02% 24.20% 22.59% 22.75%

December 31, 2024 calculation

Gross profit margin = Gross profit ÷ Revenue
= $914,147K ÷ $3,794,690K
= 24.09%

The gross profit margin of The Chefs Warehouse Inc has shown a gradual improvement over the years, increasing from 22.75% as of December 31, 2020, to 24.09% as of December 31, 2024. Despite some fluctuations, the trend indicates a positive trajectory in the company's ability to generate profits from its core operations. This suggests that the company has been effectively managing its costs and pricing strategies to enhance profitability. A higher gross profit margin can indicate improved efficiency in production and better control over costs, which are positive signals for investors and stakeholders. Overall, the consistent improvement in gross profit margin reflects positively on The Chefs Warehouse Inc's financial performance and operational effectiveness.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Gross profit margin
The Chefs Warehouse Inc
CHEF
24.09%
Performance Food Group Co
PFGC
10.97%
SpartanNash Co
SPTN
15.27%
United Natural Foods Inc
UNFI
13.56%