Motorola Solutions Inc (MSI)
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 | 1,972,000 | 2,146,000 | 1,515,000 | 1,552,000 | 1,174,000 |
| Revenue | US$ in thousands | 10,817,000 | 9,978,000 | 9,112,000 | 8,171,000 | 7,414,000 |
| Pretax margin | 18.23% | 21.51% | 16.63% | 18.99% | 15.83% |
December 31, 2024 calculation
Pretax margin = EBT ÷ Revenue
= $1,972,000K ÷ $10,817,000K
= 18.23%
The pretax margin of Motorola Solutions Inc has shown a fluctuating trend over the past five years. In December 2020, the pretax margin stood at 15.83%, which indicated the company's ability to generate profits before accounting for taxes.
This margin improved significantly in December 2021, reaching 18.99%, showcasing a stronger operational efficiency. However, in December 2022, the pretax margin slightly decreased to 16.63%, possibly due to various internal or external factors impacting profitability.
The following year, in December 2023, Motorola Solutions Inc experienced a notable upsurge in pretax margin, reaching 21.51%. This significant increase suggests enhanced cost management or revenue generation strategies implemented by the company during that period.
Lastly, by December 2024, the pretax margin decreased to 18.23%, albeit still above the 2020 levels. This fluctuation in the pretax margin demonstrates the company's ability to adapt to changing market conditions and operational challenges, highlighting the importance of consistent performance evaluation and strategic decision-making.
Peer comparison
Dec 31, 2024