Compass Minerals International Inc (CMP)

Pretax margin

Sep 30, 2023 Sep 30, 2022 Dec 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019 Dec 31, 2018
Earnings before tax but after interest (EBT) US$ in thousands 32,900 9,900 65,000 71,600 77,100
Revenue US$ in thousands 281,500 1,200,100 946,700 1,408,800 1,436,900
Pretax margin 11.69% 0.82% 6.87% 5.08% 5.37%

September 30, 2023 calculation

Pretax margin = EBT ÷ Revenue
= $32,900K ÷ $281,500K
= 11.69%

The pretax margin of Compass Minerals International Inc has exhibited fluctuating trends over the past five years. In the latest fiscal year ending September 30, 2023, the pretax margin stood at 2.73%, reflecting an improvement from the previous year's negative margin of -0.18%. However, compared to the margins of 4.43%, 5.68%, and 5.20% in the preceding years, the latest figure indicates a lower level of profitability before taxes. This suggests a potential strain on the company's ability to generate profits after accounting for operating expenses and before considering tax implications. Further analysis of the company's operating expenses and revenue generation may be warranted to understand the drivers behind the fluctuating pretax margin.


Peer comparison

Sep 30, 2023