Keysight Technologies Inc (KEYS)

Pretax margin

Oct 31, 2023 Oct 31, 2022 Oct 31, 2021 Oct 31, 2020 Oct 31, 2019
Earnings before tax but after interest (EBT) US$ in thousands 1,357,000 1,285,000 1,010,000 761,000 715,000
Revenue US$ in thousands 5,464,000 5,420,000 4,941,000 4,221,000 4,303,000
Pretax margin 24.84% 23.71% 20.44% 18.03% 16.62%

October 31, 2023 calculation

Pretax margin = EBT ÷ Revenue
= $1,357,000K ÷ $5,464,000K
= 24.84%

The pretax margin of Keysight Technologies Inc has shown a consistent upward trend over the past five years, indicating an improvement in the company's ability to generate profits before accounting for taxes. The pretax margin increased from 16.62% in 2019 to 24.84% in 2023. This suggests that the company has been effectively managing its operating expenses and generating higher revenues relative to its total sales. The progressive expansion of the pretax margin demonstrates the company's strong operational efficiency and effective cost management strategies, which ultimately contribute to its overall financial performance. Keysight Technologies Inc's consistent improvement in pretax margin reflects positively on its ability to generate profits from its core business activities.


Peer comparison

Oct 31, 2023