LE CAFE DU COL : revenue, balance sheet and financial ratios

LE CAFE DU COL is a French company founded 13 years ago, specialized in the sector Restauration traditionnelle. Based in CHATILLON-SUR-CLUSES (74300), this company of category PME shows in 2024 a revenue of 400 k€. Find below the complete financial statements, solvency ratios, working capital requirements and sector comparison.

Data updated on 2026-05-02

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

Financial history - LE CAFE DU COL (SIREN 790182554)
Indicator 2024 2021 2019 2018
Revenue 400 240 € 102 436 € 307 341 € 310 962 €
Net income 31 896 € 11 547 € 2 567 € 225 €
EBITDA 43 672 € 24 320 € 15 461 € 19 627 €
Net margin 8.0% 11.3% 0.8% 0.1%

Revenue and income statement

In 2024, LE CAFE DU COL achieves revenue of 400 k€. Revenue is growing positively over 4 years (CAGR: +4.3%). Vs 2021, growth of +291% (102 k€ -> 400 k€). After deducting consumption (131 k€), gross margin stands at 269 k€, i.e. a rate of 67%. This ratio measures the ability to generate value from commercial activity. EBITDA (= Gross margin - Personnel expenses - Taxes) reaches 44 k€, representing 10.9% of revenue. Warning negative scissor effect: despite revenue change (+291%), EBITDA varies by +80%, reducing margin by 12.8 pts. This reflects costs rising faster than revenue. This level of operating margin is satisfactory for the sector. Ultimately, net income (= EBIT +/- financial result +/- exceptional - corporate tax) amounts to 32 k€, i.e. 8.0% 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

400 240 €

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

268 970 €

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

43 672 €

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

32 365 €

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

31 896 €

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

10.9%

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Solvency and debt ratios

The debt ratio (= Financial debt / Equity x 100) stands at 24%. 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 57%. 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 0.5 years of cash flow to repay all financial debt. This short period demonstrates excellent debt sustainability. Cash flow represents 10.6% of revenue. Cash flow measures resources generated by operations, available for investment and debt repayment. This high level provides strong self-financing capacity.

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

23.789%

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

56.979%

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

10.632%

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

0.527

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

19.0%

Solvency indicators evolution
LE CAFE DU COL

Sector positioning

Debt ratio
23.79 2024
2019
2021
2024
Q1: 0.4
Med: 28.49
Q3: 113.46
Good -29 pts over 3 years

In 2024, the debt ratio of LE CAFE DU COL (23.79) 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
56.98% 2024
2019
2021
2024
Q1: 4.95%
Med: 29.52%
Q3: 55.07%
Excellent +46 pts over 3 years

In 2024, the financial autonomy of LE CAFE DU COL (57.0%) 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
0.53 years 2024
2019
2021
2024
Q1: 0.0 years
Med: 0.55 years
Q3: 2.88 years
Good -26 pts over 3 years

In 2024, the repayment capacity of LE CAFE DU COL (0.53) 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 205.13. Concretely, the company has €2 of liquid assets for every €1 of short-term debt: no cash risk within 12 months. The interest coverage ratio (= EBIT / Interest expenses) is 0.1x. Danger: operating income does not cover interest charges, unsustainable situation.

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

205.133

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

0.066

Liquidity indicators evolution
LE CAFE DU COL

Sector positioning

Liquidity ratio
205.13 2024
2019
2021
2024
Q1: 62.72
Med: 130.92
Q3: 251.33
Good

In 2024, the liquidity ratio of LE CAFE DU COL (205.13) 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
0.07x 2024
2019
2021
2024
Q1: 0.0x
Med: 0.65x
Q3: 5.46x
Average -39 pts over 3 years

In 2024, the interest coverage of LE CAFE DU COL (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: 4 days (formula: Customer receivables / Revenue incl. VAT x 360). Supplier term: 22 days. Favorable situation: supplier credit is longer than customer credit by 18 days. Inventory turnover is 7 days (= Average inventory / Cost of goods x 360). Fast turnover, sign of good inventory management. WCR is negative (-15 days): operations structurally generate cash. Notable WCR improvement over the period (-404%), freeing up cash.

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

-17 046 €

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

4 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

22 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

7 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

-15 j

WCR and payment terms evolution
LE CAFE DU COL

Positioning of LE CAFE DU COL in its sector

Comparison with sector Restauration traditionnelle

Valuation estimate

Based on 698 transactions of similar company sales in 2024, the value of LE CAFE DU COL is estimated at 230 649 € (range 119 950€ - 432 960€). With an EBITDA of 43 672€, the sector multiple of 5.4x is applied. The price/revenue ratio is 0.57x (in line with sector norms). 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.

Estimated enterprise value 2024
698 transactions
119k€ 230k€ 432k€
230 649 € Range: 119 950€ - 432 960€
NAF 5 année 2024

Valuation detail by method

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EBITDA Multiple 50%
43 672 € × 5.4x
Estimation 235 734 €
116 129€ - 463 530€
Revenue Multiple 30%
400 240 € × 0.57x
Estimation 228 070 €
132 490€ - 335 812€
Net Income Multiple 20%
31 896 € × 7.0x
Estimation 221 808 €
110 696€ - 502 260€

Valuation evolution

How is this estimate calculated?

This estimate is based on the analysis of 698 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 LE CAFE DU COL

What is the revenue of LE CAFE DU COL ?

The revenue of LE CAFE DU COL in 2024 is 400 k€.

Is LE CAFE DU COL profitable?

Yes, LE CAFE DU COL generated a net profit of 32 k€ in 2024.

Where is the headquarters of LE CAFE DU COL ?

The headquarters of LE CAFE DU COL is located in CHATILLON-SUR-CLUSES (74300), in the department Haute-Savoie.

Where to find the tax return of LE CAFE DU COL ?

The tax return of LE CAFE DU COL 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 LE CAFE DU COL operate?

LE CAFE DU COL operates in the sector Restauration traditionnelle (NAF code 56.10A). See the 'Sector positioning' section above to compare the company with its competitors.