Matson Inc (MATX)

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 599,400 373,000 1,352,300 1,171,300 259,000
Revenue US$ in thousands 3,421,800 3,094,600 4,343,000 3,925,300 2,383,300
Pretax margin 17.52% 12.05% 31.14% 29.84% 10.87%

December 31, 2024 calculation

Pretax margin = EBT ÷ Revenue
= $599,400K ÷ $3,421,800K
= 17.52%

The pretax margin of Matson Inc has shown fluctuations over the past five years. In December 2021, the pretax margin significantly increased to 29.84%, indicating improved profitability before considering taxes. This positive trend continued in December 2022, with the pretax margin further increasing to 31.14%. However, there was a notable decline in December 2023, where the pretax margin dropped to 12.05%. In December 2024, there was a slight recovery as the pretax margin rose to 17.52%. Overall, while there have been fluctuations in the pretax margin, Matson Inc has demonstrated a strong performance in terms of generating profits before tax expenses over the analyzed period.