MasterBrand Inc. (MBC)
Pretax margin
| Dec 31, 2024 | Sep 30, 2024 | Jun 30, 2024 | Mar 31, 2024 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings before tax but after interest (EBT) (ttm) | US$ in thousands | 168,300 | 191,700 | 230,200 | 239,800 |
| Revenue (ttm) | US$ in thousands | 2,700,400 | 2,709,800 | 2,669,000 | 2,687,600 |
| Pretax margin | 6.23% | 7.07% | 8.62% | 8.92% |
December 31, 2024 calculation
Pretax margin = EBT (ttm) ÷ Revenue (ttm)
= $168,300K ÷ $2,700,400K
= 6.23%
To analyze MasterBrand Inc.'s pretax margin, we can observe that it has been fluctuating over the course of the year 2024. In March 31, 2024, the pretax margin was 8.92%, indicating that for each dollar of revenue generated, the company retained 8.92 cents before tax expenses. However, this margin experienced a slight decrease in June 30, 2024, dropping to 8.62%. The trend continued with a more substantial decline to 7.07% by September 30, 2024, and further to 6.23% by December 31, 2024.
The declining pretax margin highlights potential challenges MasterBrand Inc. may be facing in managing its operating expenses and maintaining profitability as a percentage of revenue generated. It is essential for the company to closely monitor and assess its cost structures, revenue streams, and efficiency in order to improve its pretax margin and overall financial health.
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Dec 31, 2024