Protagonist Therapeutics Inc (PTGX)

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 279,408 -78,955 -127,393 -125,551 -64,845
Revenue US$ in thousands 434,433 60,000 26,581 27,357 28,628
Pretax margin 64.32% -131.59% -479.26% -458.94% -226.51%

December 31, 2024 calculation

Pretax margin = EBT ÷ Revenue
= $279,408K ÷ $434,433K
= 64.32%

Protagonist Therapeutics Inc's pretax margin has exhibited significant fluctuations over the past five years. The company's pretax margin was severely negative in 2020 at -226.51%, further deteriorating to -458.94% in 2021, and dropping even lower to -479.26% in 2022. This trend suggests that the company was experiencing substantial losses relative to its revenue during these periods.

However, there seems to have been a notable turnaround in 2023, as the pretax margin improved to -131.59%, indicating some stabilization in the company's financial performance. Notably, in 2024, Protagonist Therapeutics Inc achieved a positive pretax margin of 64.32%, signaling a significant improvement in profitability.

Overall, the company has shown a mix of challenges and successes in managing its operating expenses relative to its revenue over the years. It is important for stakeholders to closely monitor future financial reports to assess the sustainability of this positive trend in profitability.