IFCO SYSTEMS FRANCE : revenue, balance sheet and financial ratios

IFCO SYSTEMS FRANCE is a French company founded 31 years ago, specialized in the sector Location et location-bail d'autres machines, équipements et biens matériels n.c.a. . Based in SAINT-PRIEST (69800), this company of category ETI shows in 2024 a revenue of 128.4 M€. Find below the complete financial statements, solvency ratios, working capital requirements and sector comparison.

Data updated on 2026-05-09

Sources : INPI & INSEE SIRENE - Processing : Ministry of Economy

Financial history - IFCO SYSTEMS FRANCE (SIREN 398334862)
Indicator 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017
Revenue 128 373 815 € 121 737 527 € 115 649 487 € 107 407 887 € 108 619 528 € 97 736 238 € 90 589 442 € 89 086 385 €
Net income 7 646 130 € 8 202 151 € 7 196 642 € 6 902 358 € 3 923 487 € 5 312 563 € 2 238 500 € 2 083 790 €
EBITDA -108 086 563 € -107 177 233 € -103 994 306 € -99 683 913 € -18 974 709 € -15 620 913 € -18 170 724 € -18 016 548 €
Net margin 6.0% 6.7% 6.2% 6.4% 3.6% 5.4% 2.5% 2.3%

Revenue and income statement

In 2024, IFCO SYSTEMS FRANCE achieves revenue of 128.4 M€. Over the period 2017-2024, the company shows strong growth with a CAGR (compound annual growth rate) of +5.4%. Vs 2023: +5%. After deducting consumption (234.0 M€), gross margin stands at -105.6 M€, i.e. a rate of -82%. This ratio measures the ability to generate value from commercial activity. EBITDA (= Gross margin - Personnel expenses - Taxes) reaches -108.1 M€, representing -84.2% of revenue. Positive scissor effect: EBITDA margin improves by +3.8 pts, sign of improved operational efficiency. Negative EBITDA means operations do not cover current expenses: concerning situation. Ultimately, net income (= EBIT +/- financial result +/- exceptional - corporate tax) amounts to 7.6 M€, i.e. 6.0% of revenue. This profit can be retained or distributed to shareholders.

Revenue (2024) ?
Revenue
Definition
Total amount of sales of goods and services made by the company.
Formula
Sales of goods + Sold production

128 373 815 €

Gross margin (2024) ?
Gross margin
Definition
Difference between revenue and cost of goods sold.
Formula
Revenue - Cost of goods consumed

-105 610 919 €

EBITDA (2024) ?
Gross Operating Surplus (EBITDA)
Definition
Resources generated by current operations, before depreciation and financial expenses.
Formula
Value added - Personnel expenses - Taxes
Interpretation
Positive = profitable activity

-108 086 563 €

EBIT (2024) ?
EBIT (Operating Income)
Definition
Operating income, including depreciation and provisions.
Formula
EBITDA - Depreciation and provisions + Reversals

9 176 104 €

Net income (2024) ?
Net income
Definition
Profit or loss after all expenses, including taxes and exceptional items.
Formula
Current income + Exceptional income - Income tax

7 646 130 €

EBITDA margin (2024) ?
EBITDA margin
Definition
Measures the company's operating profitability.
Formula
(EBE / CA) x 100
Interpretation
> 10% : Good profitability
5-10% : Average
< 5% : Low

-84.2%

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Solvency and debt ratios

The debt ratio (= Financial debt / Equity x 100) stands at 16%. This very low level reflects a solid financial structure, offering significant room for future investments or acquisitions. Financial autonomy (= Equity / Total assets x 100) reaches 47%. This high autonomy means the company finances most of its assets through equity, a sign of strength. Debt repayment capacity (= Financial debt / Cash flow) indicates it would take 1.0 years of cash flow to repay all financial debt. This short period demonstrates excellent debt sustainability. Cash flow represents 6.4% of revenue. Cash flow measures resources generated by operations, available for investment and debt repayment. Satisfactory level allowing partial financing of growth.

Debt ratio (2024) ?
Debt ratio
Definition
Measures the proportion of debt to equity.
Formula
(Financial debt / Equity) x 100
Interpretation
< 50% : Low
50-100% : Moderate
> 100% : High

16.134%

Financial autonomy (2024) ?
Financial autonomy
Definition
Share of equity in the company's total financing.
Formula
(Equity / Total assets) x 100
Interpretation
> 30% : Good autonomy
20-30% : Average
< 20% : Low

47.391%

Cash flow / Revenue (2024) ?
Cash flow / Revenue
Definition
Self-financing capacity relative to revenue.
Formula
(CAF / CA) x 100
Interpretation
The higher the ratio, the more cash the company generates

6.374%

Repayment capacity (2024) ?
Repayment capacity
Definition
Number of years needed to repay debts with cash flow.
Formula
Financial debt / Cash flow
Interpretation
< 3 years : Excellent
3-5 years : Fair
> 5 years : Warning

1.027

Asset age ratio (2024) ?
Asset age ratio
Definition
Measures the degree of wear of tangible assets.
Formula
Accumulated depreciation / Gross fixed assets x 100
Interpretation
< 50% : Recent assets
50-70% : Normal wear
> 70% : Aging assets

37.0%

Solvency indicators evolution
IFCO SYSTEMS FRANCE

Sector positioning

Debt ratio
16.13 2024
2022
2023
2024
Q1: -100.0
Med: 0.62
Q3: 139.19
Average -22 pts over 3 years

In 2024, the debt ratio of IFCO SYSTEMS FRANCE (16.13) ranks above the median of the sector. This ratio measures the weight of debt relative to equity. A reduction effort could improve financial strength.

Financial autonomy
47.39% 2024
2022
2023
2024
Q1: 0.13%
Med: 27.57%
Q3: 56.96%
Good +15 pts over 3 years

In 2024, the financial autonomy of IFCO SYSTEMS FRANCE (47.4%) ranks above the median of the sector. This ratio represents the share of equity in total financing. This comfortable position offers an appreciable safety margin.

Repayment capacity
1.03 years 2024
2022
2023
2024
Q1: 0.0 years
Med: 1.47 years
Q3: 3.36 years
Good -32 pts over 3 years

In 2024, the repayment capacity of IFCO SYSTEMS FRANCE (1.03) ranks below the median of the sector. This ratio indicates the number of years needed to repay debt with cash flow. This controlled position reflects prudent management.

Liquidity ratios

The liquidity ratio (= Current assets / Current liabilities) stands at 214.71. Concretely, the company has €2 of liquid assets for every €1 of short-term debt: no cash risk within 12 months.

Liquidity ratio (2024) ?
Liquidity ratio
Definition
Ability to meet short-term debts with current assets.
Formula
Current assets / Current liabilities
Interpretation
> 1.5 : Very good
1-1.5 : Fair
< 1 : Liquidity risk

214.709

Interest coverage (2024) ?
Interest coverage
Definition
Ability to cover interest charges with operating income.
Formula
EBIT / Interest expenses
Interpretation
> 3 : Comfortable
1.5-3 : Acceptable
< 1.5 : Risk

-0.053

Liquidity indicators evolution
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Sector positioning

Liquidity ratio
214.71 2024
2022
2023
2024
Q1: 5.87
Med: 109.24
Q3: 284.94
Good -8 pts over 3 years

In 2024, the liquidity ratio of IFCO SYSTEMS FRANCE (214.71) ranks above the median of the sector. This ratio measures the ability to cover short-term debt with current assets. This comfortable position offers an appreciable safety margin.

Interest coverage
-0.05x 2024
2022
2023
2024
Q1: 0.0x
Med: 0.31x
Q3: 3.91x
Average

In 2024, the interest coverage of IFCO SYSTEMS FRANCE (-0.1x) ranks below the median of the sector. This ratio indicates how many times operating income covers interest expenses. An improvement would strengthen the competitive position.

Working capital requirement (WCR) and payment terms

Working capital requirement (WCR) measures the cash timing gap between customer collections and supplier/inventory payments. Average customer payment term: 177 days (formula: Customer receivables / Revenue incl. VAT x 360). Supplier term: 43 days. The gap of 134 days means the company finances its customers for over a month before being paid relative to supplier payments. This weighs on cash flow. Overall, WCR represents 246 days of revenue, i.e. 87.7 M€ to permanently finance. Over 2017-2024, WCR increased by +145%, requiring additional financing.

Operating WCR (2024) ?
Operating WCR
Definition
Financing requirement generated by the operating cycle (inventory + receivables - trade payables).
Formula
Inventory + Customer receivables - Trade payables
Interpretation
Negative = cash released
Positive = financing needed

87 690 869 €

Customer credit (2024) ?
Customer credit (days)
Definition
Average payment term granted to customers.
Formula
(Customer receivables / Revenue incl. VAT) x 360
Interpretation
< 45j : Good
45-60j : Average
> 60j : Long

177 j

Supplier credit (2024) ?
Supplier credit (days)
Definition
Average payment term obtained from suppliers.
Formula
(Trade payables / Purchases incl. VAT) x 360
Interpretation
The longer the term, the better for cash flow

43 j

Inventory turnover (2024) ?
Inventory turnover (days)
Definition
Average storage duration for goods or materials.
Formula
(Inventory / Cost of goods) x 360
Interpretation
The lower the ratio, the faster the turnover

0 j

WCR in days of revenue (2024) ?
WCR in days of revenue
Definition
Expresses working capital requirement in days of revenue.
Formula
(Operating WCR / Revenue) x 360
Interpretation
The fewer days, the better the working capital management

246 j

WCR and payment terms evolution
IFCO SYSTEMS FRANCE

Positioning of IFCO SYSTEMS FRANCE in its sector

Comparison with sector Location et location-bail d'autres machines, équipements et biens matériels n.c.a.

Valuation estimate

Indicative estimate only : the number of comparable transactions in this sector is limited (38 transactions). This range of 46 566 921€ to 80 361 270€ is provided for information purposes only and requires in-depth analysis to be confirmed.

Estimated enterprise value 2024
Indicative
46566k€ 47255k€ 80361k€
47 255 730 € Range: 46 566 921€ - 80 361 270€
NAF 5 all-time

Valuation evolution

How is this estimate calculated?

This estimate is based on the analysis of 38 actual transactions of similar company sales (same NAF code) registered with BODACC between 2016 and 2025.

  • EBITDA Multiple: Preferred method for profitable SMEs. EBITDA reflects the ability to generate cash.
  • Revenue Multiple: Used for growing companies or those with low profitability. Reflects commercial potential.
  • Net Income Multiple: Relevant for mature companies with stable results.

This estimate is provided for information purposes only. A precise valuation requires in-depth analysis (assets, liabilities, prospects, market...).

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Frequently asked questions about IFCO SYSTEMS FRANCE

What is the revenue of IFCO SYSTEMS FRANCE ?

The revenue of IFCO SYSTEMS FRANCE in 2024 is 128.4 M€.

Is IFCO SYSTEMS FRANCE profitable?

Yes, IFCO SYSTEMS FRANCE generated a net profit of 7.6 M€ in 2024.

Where is the headquarters of IFCO SYSTEMS FRANCE ?

The headquarters of IFCO SYSTEMS FRANCE is located in SAINT-PRIEST (69800), in the department Rhone.

Where to find the tax return of IFCO SYSTEMS FRANCE ?

The tax return of IFCO SYSTEMS FRANCE is available on this page. Click on a year in the 'Data by year' section to view the account details (assets, liabilities, income statement). Data comes from INPI (National Institute of Industrial Property).

In which sector does IFCO SYSTEMS FRANCE operate?

IFCO SYSTEMS FRANCE operates in the sector Location et location-bail d'autres machines, équipements et biens matériels n.c.a. (NAF code 77.39Z). See the 'Sector positioning' section above to compare the company with its competitors.