Tractor Supply Company (TSCO)

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 1,412,940 1,432,400 1,404,310 1,280,090 968,147
Revenue US$ in thousands 14,883,200 14,555,700 14,204,700 12,731,100 10,620,400
Pretax margin 9.49% 9.84% 9.89% 10.05% 9.12%

December 31, 2024 calculation

Pretax margin = EBT ÷ Revenue
= $1,412,940K ÷ $14,883,200K
= 9.49%

Tractor Supply Company's pretax margin has shown a slight fluctuation over the past five years. It increased from 9.12% as of December 31, 2020, to 10.05% by December 31, 2021, indicating improved profitability. However, in the following years, the pretax margin slightly decreased to 9.89% by December 31, 2022, 9.84% by December 31, 2023, and further to 9.49% by December 31, 2024.

While the pretax margin is still relatively healthy, the downward trend in recent years may suggest potential challenges in controlling costs or optimizing revenue streams. It is essential for the company to evaluate its operational efficiency and cost management strategies to maintain or improve profitability levels in the future.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Pretax margin
Tractor Supply Company
TSCO
9.49%
Fastenal Company
FAST
19.98%
Sherwin-Williams Co
SHW
14.94%