LAPORTE : revenue, balance sheet and financial ratios

LAPORTE is a French company founded 23 years ago, specialized in the sector Autres activités de nettoyage des bâtiments et nettoyage industriel. Based in CLAIX (38640), this company of category PME shows in 2017 a revenue of 361 k€. 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 - LAPORTE (SIREN 443090048)
Indicator 2017 2016
Revenue 361 390 € 316 309 €
Net income 28 047 € 14 550 €
EBITDA 39 764 € 15 346 €
Net margin 7.8% 4.6%

Revenue and income statement

In 2017, LAPORTE achieves revenue of 361 k€. Vs 2016, growth of +14% (316 k€ -> 361 k€). After deducting consumption (5 k€), gross margin stands at 356 k€, i.e. a rate of 99%. This ratio measures the ability to generate value from commercial activity. EBITDA (= Gross margin - Personnel expenses - Taxes) reaches 40 k€, representing 11.0% of revenue. Positive scissor effect: EBITDA margin improves by +6.2 pts, sign of improved operational efficiency. This level of operating margin is satisfactory for the sector. Ultimately, net income (= EBIT +/- financial result +/- exceptional - corporate tax) amounts to 28 k€, i.e. 7.8% of revenue. This profit can be retained or distributed to shareholders.

Revenue (2017) ?
Revenue
Definition
Total amount of sales of goods and services made by the company.
Formula
Sales of goods + Sold production

361 390 €

Gross margin (2017) ?
Gross margin
Definition
Difference between revenue and cost of goods sold.
Formula
Revenue - Cost of goods consumed

355 978 €

EBITDA (2017) ?
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

39 764 €

EBIT (2017) ?
EBIT (Operating Income)
Definition
Operating income, including depreciation and provisions.
Formula
EBITDA - Depreciation and provisions + Reversals

32 547 €

Net income (2017) ?
Net income
Definition
Profit or loss after all expenses, including taxes and exceptional items.
Formula
Current income + Exceptional income - Income tax

28 047 €

EBITDA margin (2017) ?
EBITDA margin
Definition
Measures the company's operating profitability.
Formula
(EBE / CA) x 100
Interpretation
> 10% : Good profitability
5-10% : Average
< 5% : Low

11.0%

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Solvency and debt ratios

The debt ratio (= Financial debt / Equity x 100) stands at 1%. 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 76%. 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 0.1 years of cash flow to repay all financial debt. This short period demonstrates excellent debt sustainability. Cash flow represents 9.8% of revenue. Cash flow measures resources generated by operations, available for investment and debt repayment. Satisfactory level allowing partial financing of growth.

Debt ratio (2017) ?
Debt ratio
Definition
Measures the proportion of debt to equity.
Formula
(Financial debt / Equity) x 100
Interpretation
< 50% : Low
50-100% : Moderate
> 100% : High

1.427%

Financial autonomy (2017) ?
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

75.61%

Cash flow / Revenue (2017) ?
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

9.758%

Repayment capacity (2017) ?
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

0.077

Asset age ratio (2017) ?
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

4.4%

Solvency indicators evolution
LAPORTE

Sector positioning

Debt ratio
1.43 2017
2016
2017
Q1: 0.05
Med: 7.63
Q3: 38.12
Good

In 2017, the debt ratio of LAPORTE (1.43) ranks below the median of the sector. This ratio measures the weight of debt relative to equity. This controlled position reflects prudent management.

Financial autonomy
75.61% 2017
2016
2017
Q1: 5.94%
Med: 27.99%
Q3: 49.88%
Excellent

In 2017, the financial autonomy of LAPORTE (75.6%) ranks in the top 25% of the sector. This ratio represents the share of equity in total financing. High autonomy reflects financial independence and ability to absorb shocks.

Repayment capacity
0.08 years 2017
2016
2017
Q1: 0.0 years
Med: 0.01 years
Q3: 0.74 years
Average

In 2017, the repayment capacity of LAPORTE (0.08) ranks above the median of the sector. This ratio indicates the number of years needed to repay debt with cash flow. A reduction effort could improve financial strength.

Liquidity ratios

The liquidity ratio (= Current assets / Current liabilities) stands at 260.77. Concretely, the company has €2 of liquid assets for every €1 of short-term debt: no cash risk within 12 months.

Liquidity ratio (2017) ?
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

260.767

Interest coverage (2017) ?
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

0.0

Liquidity indicators evolution
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Sector positioning

Liquidity ratio
260.77 2017
2016
2017
Q1: 115.48
Med: 162.08
Q3: 237.84
Excellent +6 pts over 2 years

In 2017, the liquidity ratio of LAPORTE (260.77) ranks in the top 25% of the sector. This ratio measures the ability to cover short-term debt with current assets. A ratio above 1 ensures comfortable coverage of short-term maturities.

Interest coverage
0.0x 2017
2016
2017
Q1: 0.0x
Med: 0.07x
Q3: 2.09x
Average

In 2017, the interest coverage of LAPORTE (0.0x) 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: 46 days (formula: Customer receivables / Revenue incl. VAT x 360). Supplier term: 41 days. The company must finance 5 days of gap between collections and payments. Overall, WCR represents 21 days of revenue, i.e. 21 k€ to permanently finance.

Operating WCR (2017) ?
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

20 596 €

Customer credit (2017) ?
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

46 j

Supplier credit (2017) ?
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

41 j

Inventory turnover (2017) ?
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 (2017) ?
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

21 j

WCR and payment terms evolution
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Positioning of LAPORTE in its sector

Comparison with sector Autres activités de nettoyage des bâtiments et nettoyage industriel

Valuation estimate

Based on 53 transactions of similar company sales (all years), the value of LAPORTE is estimated at 107 741 € (range 43 722€ - 179 175€). With an EBITDA of 39 764€, the sector multiple of 2.6x is applied. The price/revenue ratio is 0.35x (conservative valuation). This multiples method compares the actual sale price of similar companies to their financial indicators (Revenue, EBITDA, Net Income). It provides a market-based indicative estimate.
Medium reliability: estimate to be confirmed with in-depth analysis.

Estimated enterprise value 2017
53 tx
43k€ 107k€ 179k€
107 741 € Range: 43 722€ - 179 175€
NAF 5 all-time

Valuation detail by method

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EBITDA Multiple 50%
39 764 € × 2.6x
Estimation 101 602 €
40 993€ - 156 189€
Revenue Multiple 30%
361 390 € × 0.35x
Estimation 127 373 €
52 904€ - 218 902€
Net Income Multiple 20%
28 047 € × 3.3x
Estimation 93 643 €
36 772€ - 177 049€

Valuation evolution

How is this estimate calculated?

This estimate is based on the analysis of 53 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 LAPORTE

What is the revenue of LAPORTE ?

The revenue of LAPORTE in 2017 is 361 k€.

Is LAPORTE profitable?

Yes, LAPORTE generated a net profit of 28 k€ in 2017.

Where is the headquarters of LAPORTE ?

The headquarters of LAPORTE is located in CLAIX (38640), in the department Isere.

Where to find the tax return of LAPORTE ?

The tax return of LAPORTE 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 LAPORTE operate?

LAPORTE operates in the sector Autres activités de nettoyage des bâtiments et nettoyage industriel (NAF code 81.22Z). See the 'Sector positioning' section above to compare the company with its competitors.