XPO Logistics Inc (XPO)

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 473,000 257,000 740,000 347,000 56,000
Revenue US$ in thousands 8,112,000 7,744,000 7,718,000 7,202,000 6,168,000
Pretax margin 5.83% 3.32% 9.59% 4.82% 0.91%

December 31, 2024 calculation

Pretax margin = EBT ÷ Revenue
= $473,000K ÷ $8,112,000K
= 5.83%

The pretax margin of XPO Logistics Inc has shown fluctuations over the past five years. The trend indicates an increase from 0.91% in December 31, 2020 to a peak of 9.59% in December 31, 2022, showcasing a significant improvement in profitability during this period. However, there was a notable decrease in pretax margin to 3.32% in December 31, 2023, before recovering to 5.83% by December 31, 2024. Overall, the pretax margin performance of XPO Logistics Inc demonstrates both growth potential and some volatility within the timeframe analyzed.