Teleflex Incorporated (TFX)

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 75,478 434,012 445,919 559,468 357,732
Revenue US$ in thousands 3,047,320 2,974,490 2,791,040 2,809,560 2,537,160
Pretax margin 2.48% 14.59% 15.98% 19.91% 14.10%

December 31, 2024 calculation

Pretax margin = EBT ÷ Revenue
= $75,478K ÷ $3,047,320K
= 2.48%

The pretax margin of Teleflex Incorporated has shown fluctuations over the past five years. In 2021, the company experienced a significant increase in pretax margin to 19.91%, indicating improved profitability before taxes. However, in 2022 and 2023, the pretax margin slightly decreased to 15.98% and 14.59% respectively, potentially due to changes in operating costs or revenue streams.

The most notable change occurred in 2024, where the pretax margin drastically dropped to 2.48%. This sharp decline may suggest challenges in controlling costs, declining revenue, or other operational inefficiencies. It is essential for Teleflex to closely monitor its expenses and revenue generation strategies to sustain and enhance profitability levels in the upcoming periods.