Campbell Soup Company Common Stock (CPB)

Pretax margin

Jul 31, 2024 Jul 28, 2024 Jul 31, 2023 Jul 30, 2023 Jul 31, 2022
Earnings before tax but after interest (EBT) US$ in thousands 757,000 757,000 1,128,000 1,128,000 975,000
Revenue US$ in thousands 9,636,000 9,636,000 9,357,000 9,357,000 8,562,000
Pretax margin 7.86% 7.86% 12.06% 12.06% 11.39%

July 31, 2024 calculation

Pretax margin = EBT ÷ Revenue
= $757,000K ÷ $9,636,000K
= 7.86%

The pretax margin of Campbell Soup Company Common Stock has fluctuated over the past few years, indicating varying levels of profitability before taxes. In July 2022, the pretax margin was 11.39%, which then increased slightly to 12.06% in both July 2023 and July 30, 2023. However, there was a noticeable decline in profitability in July 28, 2024, as the pretax margin dropped to 7.86%. This decline was sustained in July 31, 2024, where the pretax margin remained at 7.86%. It is essential for investors to monitor this metric closely to assess the company's operational efficiency and financial health.