REX American Resources Corporation (REX)

Pretax margin

Jan 31, 2025 Jan 31, 2024 Jan 31, 2023 Jan 31, 2022 Jan 31, 2021
Earnings before tax but after interest (EBT) US$ in thousands 92,872 98,484 47,479 75,838 4,212
Revenue US$ in thousands 642,491 833,384 855,000 774,802 372,664
Pretax margin 14.45% 11.82% 5.55% 9.79% 1.13%

January 31, 2025 calculation

Pretax margin = EBT ÷ Revenue
= $92,872K ÷ $642,491K
= 14.45%

The pretax margin of REX American Resources Corporation has exhibited fluctuations over the past five years. Starting at 1.13% on January 31, 2021, the pretax margin increased to 9.79% by January 31, 2022, indicating a significant improvement in the company's profitability. However, there was a slight decrease to 5.55% on January 31, 2023, before a notable upturn to 11.82% by January 31, 2024. The most recent data point shows a further increase to 14.45% as of January 31, 2025.

These fluctuations in the pretax margin suggest that the company may have experienced changes in its cost structure, revenue-generating ability, or overall operational efficiency during this period. It is important for stakeholders to closely monitor these trends to assess the company's financial health and sustainability.