Williams-Sonoma Inc (WSM)
Pretax margin
| Jan 28, 2024 | Jan 29, 2023 | Jan 30, 2022 | Jan 31, 2021 | Feb 2, 2020 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings before tax but after interest (EBT) | US$ in thousands | 1,273,360 | 1,500,680 | 1,451,250 | 894,466 | 457,021 |
| Revenue | US$ in thousands | 7,750,650 | 8,674,420 | 8,245,940 | 6,788,970 | 5,905,720 |
| Pretax margin | 16.43% | 17.30% | 17.60% | 13.18% | 7.74% |
January 28, 2024 calculation
Pretax margin = EBT ÷ Revenue
= $1,273,360K ÷ $7,750,650K
= 16.43%
The pretax margin of Williams-Sonoma Inc has experienced fluctuations over the past five years. In the most recent fiscal year ending on January 28, 2024, the pretax margin was 16.43%, showing a slight decrease from the previous year's 17.30%. However, the company has generally maintained a healthy pretax margin above 10% over the period analyzed, indicating efficient cost management and profitability. The highest pretax margin of 17.60% was achieved on January 30, 2022, while the lowest margin of 7.74% was recorded on February 2, 2020. Overall, the pretax margin trend suggests that Williams-Sonoma Inc has been able to manage its operating expenses effectively, but there may be room for further improvement to sustain or enhance profitability in the future.