NetScout Systems Inc (NTCT)
Pretax margin
| Mar 31, 2025 | Mar 31, 2024 | Mar 31, 2023 | Mar 31, 2022 | Mar 31, 2021 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings before tax but after interest (EBT) | US$ in thousands | -365,794 | -144,510 | 68,415 | 42,892 | 22,304 |
| Revenue | US$ in thousands | 822,679 | 829,455 | 914,530 | 855,575 | 831,282 |
| Pretax margin | -44.46% | -17.42% | 7.48% | 5.01% | 2.68% |
March 31, 2025 calculation
Pretax margin = EBT ÷ Revenue
= $-365,794K ÷ $822,679K
= -44.46%
NetScout Systems Inc's pretax margin has fluctuated over the years based on the provided data. In March 2021, the pretax margin was 2.68%, indicating that for every dollar of revenue generated, the company's pre-tax profit was 2.68 cents. This margin increased to 5.01% in March 2022, showing an improvement in the company's profitability.
In March 2023, NetScout Systems Inc's pretax margin continued to increase to 7.48%, reflecting a positive trend in the company's ability to generate profit before taxes. However, there was a significant downturn in March 2024, where the pretax margin fell to -17.42%, indicating that the company incurred losses at a pre-tax level.
The financial performance deteriorated further in March 2025, with the pretax margin plummeting to -44.46%. This steep decline may raise concerns about the company's operational efficiency and financial health during that period.
Overall, the analysis of NetScout Systems Inc's pretax margin showcases both positive and negative fluctuations in profitability over the years, highlighting the company's financial performance challenges and strengths.
Peer comparison
Mar 31, 2025