Golden Entertainment Inc (GDEN)

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 72,794 331,963 82,867 162,212 -136,550
Revenue US$ in thousands 666,818 1,053,150 1,121,720 1,096,540 694,155
Pretax margin 10.92% 31.52% 7.39% 14.79% -19.67%

December 31, 2024 calculation

Pretax margin = EBT ÷ Revenue
= $72,794K ÷ $666,818K
= 10.92%

To analyze Golden Entertainment Inc's pretax margin over the past five years, we observe a varied trend.

In 2020, the pretax margin stood at -19.67%, indicating that the company had a negative profitability before taxes, potentially due to higher expenses surpassing revenue.

By the end of 2021, there was a significant improvement as the pretax margin surged to 14.79%, signifying a notable turnaround and a move towards profitability.

However, in 2022, the pretax margin slightly decreased to 7.39%, which could be a result of various factors such as cost management or changes in revenue streams.

The following year, 2023, witnessed a considerable increase in the pretax margin to 31.52%, demonstrating a robust financial performance and efficient cost control measures.

Lastly, in 2024, the pretax margin dipped to 10.92%, indicating a decrease compared to the previous year but still showcasing a positive profitability before taxes.

Overall, the analysis reveals fluctuations in Golden Entertainment Inc's pretax margin over the five-year period, emphasizing the company's efforts to enhance profitability and manage costs effectively.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024