Louisiana-Pacific Corporation (LPX)
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 | 560,000 | 252,000 | 1,360,000 | 1,779,000 | 620,000 |
| Revenue | US$ in thousands | 2,941,000 | 2,581,000 | 3,854,000 | 3,915,000 | 2,399,000 |
| Pretax margin | 19.04% | 9.76% | 35.29% | 45.44% | 25.84% |
December 31, 2024 calculation
Pretax margin = EBT ÷ Revenue
= $560,000K ÷ $2,941,000K
= 19.04%
The pretax margin of Louisiana-Pacific Corporation has shown fluctuations over the analyzed period. It increased from 25.84% in December 2020 to 45.44% in December 2021, indicating a significant improvement in profitability. However, there was a decline in the pretax margin to 35.29% in December 2022, followed by a sharper decrease to 9.76% in December 2023. The company experienced a slight recovery in profitability with a pretax margin of 19.04% in December 2024.
These fluctuations in the pretax margin suggest that Louisiana-Pacific Corporation may have faced challenges in maintaining consistent profitability during the period under review. Further analysis of the factors contributing to these changes, such as changes in revenue, expenses, or operational efficiency, would provide valuable insights into the company's financial performance and strategic decision-making.
Peer comparison
Dec 31, 2024