Boston Beer Company Inc (SAM)

Gross profit margin

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Gross profit US$ in thousands 893,732 852,369 861,986 797,792 814,452
Revenue US$ in thousands 2,012,930 2,008,620 2,090,330 2,057,620 1,736,430
Gross profit margin 44.40% 42.44% 41.24% 38.77% 46.90%

December 31, 2024 calculation

Gross profit margin = Gross profit ÷ Revenue
= $893,732K ÷ $2,012,930K
= 44.40%

Boston Beer Company Inc's gross profit margin has displayed fluctuations over the past five years. In 2020, the gross profit margin stood at 46.90%, indicating that for every dollar of revenue generated, the company retained $0.469 as gross profit. However, there was a notable decrease in this metric in 2021, falling to 38.77%. This decline suggests a decrease in profitability and efficiency in managing production costs.

Subsequently, there was an improvement in the gross profit margin in 2022, reaching 41.24%, signifying a positive trend in the company's ability to generate profits from its core operations. The margin further increased in 2023 to 42.44%, indicating continued progress in cost management and revenue generation.

By the end of 2024, Boston Beer Company Inc's gross profit margin had reached 44.40%, reflecting a strong performance in maintaining a healthy margin between revenue and production costs. Overall, the company has shown fluctuations in its gross profit margin over the years, with a recent trend of improvement, suggesting a potential for sustained profitability and operational efficiency.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Gross profit margin
Boston Beer Company Inc
SAM
44.40%
Molson Coors Brewing Co Class B
TAP
17.23%