Jacobs Solutions Inc. (J)

Pretax margin

Sep 30, 2023 Sep 30, 2022 Sep 30, 2021 Sep 30, 2020 Sep 30, 2019
Earnings before tax but after interest (EBT) US$ in thousands 861,958 804,942 751,811 547,165 884,933
Revenue US$ in thousands 16,377,400 15,085,600 14,240,900 13,518,700 12,737,900
Pretax margin 5.26% 5.34% 5.28% 4.05% 6.95%

September 30, 2023 calculation

Pretax margin = EBT ÷ Revenue
= $861,958K ÷ $16,377,400K
= 5.26%

Over the past five years, Jacobs Solutions Inc.'s pretax margin has shown some fluctuations. In 2023, the pretax margin was 5.26%, slightly lower than the previous year's 5.34%. Despite this slight decrease, the company has managed to maintain a relatively stable pretax margin above 5% for the past three years.

The pretax margin in 2020 was notably lower at 4.05%, indicating a dip in profitability that year. However, Jacobs Solutions Inc. was able to improve its performance in 2021 with a pretax margin of 5.28%. The highest pretax margin observed was in 2019 at 6.95%, indicating a strong performance that year.

Overall, Jacobs Solutions Inc. has demonstrated a consistent ability to generate profits before taxes over the years, with fluctuations reflecting changes in the company's financial performance and efficiency in managing its expenses.


Peer comparison

Sep 30, 2023