O-I Glass Inc (OI)

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 20,000 49,000 762,000 316,000 338,000
Revenue US$ in thousands 6,531,000 7,105,000 6,615,000 6,138,000 6,097,000
Pretax margin 0.31% 0.69% 11.52% 5.15% 5.54%

December 31, 2024 calculation

Pretax margin = EBT ÷ Revenue
= $20,000K ÷ $6,531,000K
= 0.31%

The pretax margin of O-I Glass Inc has shown fluctuations over the years, as follows:
- In December 2020, the pretax margin was 5.54%, indicating that the company retained 5.54% of its total revenue before taxes.
- By December 2021, the pretax margin slightly decreased to 5.15%, potentially signaling some challenges in maintaining profitability.
- A significant increase was observed by December 2022, with the pretax margin soaring to 11.52%, suggesting improved cost management or revenue growth strategies.
- However, the pretax margin steeply declined to 0.69% by December 2023, which could indicate difficulties in controlling costs or a decrease in revenue relative to expenses.
- The trend continued in December 2024, as the pretax margin further declined to 0.31%, highlighting potential financial pressures on the company.

Overall, the fluctuations in O-I Glass Inc's pretax margin indicate varying degrees of financial performance and efficiency in managing expenses and generating profits over the years.