MP Materials Corp (MP)

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 -93,347 33,075 341,152 160,195 -39,461
Revenue US$ in thousands 203,855 253,445 527,510 331,952 134,310
Pretax margin -45.79% 13.05% 64.67% 48.26% -29.38%

December 31, 2024 calculation

Pretax margin = EBT ÷ Revenue
= $-93,347K ÷ $203,855K
= -45.79%

The pretax margin for MP Materials Corp has exhibited significant fluctuations over the years based on the provided data.

- In December 31, 2020, the pretax margin was reported at -29.38%, indicating that the company incurred a loss before tax.
- Subsequently, the pretax margin experienced a sharp turnaround by December 31, 2021, reaching 48.26%, reflecting a substantial increase in profitability.
- The trend continued in December 31, 2022, with the pretax margin further improving to 64.67%, demonstrating strong operational performance.
- However, by December 31, 2023, there was a notable decrease in the pretax margin to 13.05%, suggesting a potential dip in profitability.
- The downward trend intensified by December 31, 2024, as the pretax margin plummeted to -45.79%, indicating a significant loss before tax.

Overall, the pretax margin of MP Materials Corp has exhibited volatility and fluctuations over the years, with periods of profitability followed by declines, underscoring the company's changing financial performance.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Pretax margin
MP Materials Corp
MP
-45.79%
Cleveland-Cliffs Inc
CLF
-5.16%
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc
FCX
27.13%