Vestis Corporation (VSTS)

Pretax margin

Sep 30, 2023 Sep 30, 2022 Sep 30, 2021 Sep 30, 2020
Earnings before tax but after interest (EBT) US$ in thousands 269,730 189,959 97,359 149,514
Revenue US$ in thousands 2,825,290 2,687,000 2,456,580 2,562,000
Pretax margin 9.55% 7.07% 3.96% 5.84%

September 30, 2023 calculation

Pretax margin = EBT ÷ Revenue
= $269,730K ÷ $2,825,290K
= 9.55%

The pretax margin of Vestis Corporation has been showing a positive trend over the past four years, increasing from 5.84% in 2020 to 9.55% in 2023. This indicates that the company is becoming more efficient in controlling its operating expenses and generating profits before accounting for taxes. The steady improvement in pretax margin reflects management's effectiveness in managing costs and enhancing operational efficiency, which is a positive sign for the company's financial performance. Overall, Vestis Corporation's increasing pretax margin suggests a growing profitability and financial health over the analyzed period.


Peer comparison

Sep 30, 2023

Company name
Symbol
Pretax margin
Vestis Corporation
VSTS
9.55%
Central Garden & Pet Company
CENT
4.89%
Central Garden & Pet Company A
CENTA
4.89%