Chuy's Holdings Inc (CHUY)

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 36,920 23,208 34,258 -8,801 3,314
Revenue US$ in thousands 461,310 422,215 396,467 320,952 426,357
Pretax margin 8.00% 5.50% 8.64% -2.74% 0.78%

December 31, 2023 calculation

Pretax margin = EBT ÷ Revenue
= $36,920K ÷ $461,310K
= 8.00%

Chuy`s Holdings Inc's pretax margin has shown fluctuations over the past five years. In 2023, the pretax margin improved to 8.00% from 5.50% in 2022, indicating the company's ability to generate more profit before taxes relative to its revenue. This may suggest improved cost management or increased revenue streams.

Comparing 2023 to 2021, the pretax margin decreased from 8.64% to 8.00%, although it still remained at a relatively healthy level. This slight decrease could be a result of changes in expenses or revenue during the year.

In 2020, Chuy`s reported a negative pretax margin of -2.74%, indicating that the company incurred more expenses than it generated in revenue before taxes. This could be a concerning sign for investors and creditors as it may indicate financial difficulties or inefficiencies in operations during that period.

Finally, in 2019, the pretax margin was 0.78%, which suggests a marginal profitability level. Understanding the trend in pretax margin over the years can provide insights into the company's operational efficiency and overall financial health.


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Dec 31, 2023