JB Hunt Transport Services Inc (JBHT)
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 | 759,516 | 934,887 | 1,281,370 | 999,772 | 666,025 |
| Revenue | US$ in thousands | 12,087,200 | 12,829,700 | 14,814,000 | 12,168,300 | 9,636,570 |
| Pretax margin | 6.28% | 7.29% | 8.65% | 8.22% | 6.91% |
December 31, 2024 calculation
Pretax margin = EBT ÷ Revenue
= $759,516K ÷ $12,087,200K
= 6.28%
JB Hunt Transport Services Inc's pretax margin has shown a fluctuating trend over the past five years. The pretax margin increased from 6.91% in December 31, 2020, to 8.22% in December 31, 2021, indicating improved profitability. Subsequently, the margin continued to rise to 8.65% by December 31, 2022, reflecting further growth in the company's profitability.
However, in the following year, by December 31, 2023, the pretax margin decreased to 7.29%, suggesting a slight decrease in profitability compared to the previous year. This may be attributed to various factors such as increased costs or changes in revenue streams impacting the company's overall profitability.
By December 31, 2024, JB Hunt Transport Services Inc's pretax margin saw a further decline to 6.28%, signaling a notable decrease in profitability compared to the previous year. This decline could be a cause for concern and may require further investigation into the factors contributing to this decrease in pretax margin.
Overall, while JB Hunt Transport Services Inc has shown fluctuations in pretax margin over the past five years, it is essential for the company to closely monitor and address any factors affecting profitability to ensure sustainable financial performance in the future.
Peer comparison
Dec 31, 2024