LM AND CO : revenue, balance sheet and financial ratios

LM AND CO is a French company founded 14 years ago, specialized in the sector Conseil pour les affaires et autres conseils de gestion. Based in SAINT-ETIENNE (42000), this company of category PME shows in 2024 a revenue of 172 k€. Find below the complete financial statements, solvency ratios, working capital requirements and sector comparison.

Data updated on 2026-04-18

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

Financial history - LM AND CO (SIREN 538619776)
Indicator 2024 2023 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016
Revenue 171 528 € 148 822 € 129 702 € 98 565 € 107 632 € 89 447 € 92 251 € 86 418 €
Net income 68 634 € 49 305 € 45 186 € 36 521 € 36 906 € 21 922 € 29 866 € 24 159 €
EBITDA 79 635 € 58 780 € 55 348 € 37 736 € 42 639 € 23 550 € 33 869 € 25 668 €
Net margin 40.0% 33.1% 34.8% 37.1% 34.3% 24.5% 32.4% 28.0%

Revenue and income statement

In 2024, LM AND CO achieves revenue of 172 k€. Over the period 2016-2024, the company shows strong growth with a CAGR (compound annual growth rate) of +8.9%. Vs 2023, growth of +15% (149 k€ -> 172 k€). After deducting consumption (0 €), gross margin stands at 172 k€, i.e. a rate of 100%. This ratio measures the ability to generate value from commercial activity. EBITDA (= Gross margin - Personnel expenses - Taxes) reaches 80 k€, representing 46.4% of revenue. Positive scissor effect: EBITDA margin improves by +6.9 pts, sign of improved operational efficiency. This high EBITDA margin provides strong self-financing capacity and resilience to uncertainties. Ultimately, net income (= EBIT +/- financial result +/- exceptional - corporate tax) amounts to 69 k€, i.e. 40.0% 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

171 528 €

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

171 528 €

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

79 635 €

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

78 805 €

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

68 634 €

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

46.4%

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Solvency and debt ratios

The debt ratio (= Financial debt / Equity x 100) stands at 4%. 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 4%. Low autonomy: the company heavily depends on external financing (banks, suppliers). Cash flow represents 40.5% 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

4.064%

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

3.544%

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

40.524%

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

0.0

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

17.8%

Solvency indicators evolution
LM AND CO

Sector positioning

Debt ratio
4.06 2024
2021
2023
2024
Q1: 0.0
Med: 4.0
Q3: 41.75
Good

In 2024, the debt ratio of LM AND CO (4.06) 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
3.54% 2024
2021
2023
2024
Q1: 4.27%
Med: 38.89%
Q3: 76.46%
Average

In 2024, the financial autonomy of LM AND CO (3.5%) ranks below the median of the sector. This ratio represents the share of equity in total financing. An improvement would strengthen the competitive position.

Repayment capacity
0.0 years 2024
2021
2023
2024
Q1: 0.0 years
Med: 0.0 years
Q3: 1.1 years
Excellent

In 2024, the repayment capacity of LM AND CO (0.00) ranks in the bottom 25% of the sector, which is positive. This ratio indicates the number of years needed to repay debt with cash flow. A short capacity reflects controlled debt and good cash generation.

Liquidity ratios

The liquidity ratio (= Current assets / Current liabilities) stands at 526.34. 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 6.5x. Operating income very largely covers interest expenses: high safety margin.

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

526.336

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

6.546

Liquidity indicators evolution
LM AND CO

Sector positioning

Liquidity ratio
526.34 2024
2021
2023
2024
Q1: 138.89
Med: 313.79
Q3: 966.61
Good

In 2024, the liquidity ratio of LM AND CO (526.34) 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
6.55x 2024
2021
2023
2024
Q1: 0.0x
Med: 0.0x
Q3: 0.27x
Excellent

In 2024, the interest coverage of LM AND CO (6.5x) ranks in the top 25% of the sector. This ratio indicates how many times operating income covers interest expenses. High coverage means financial charges weigh little on profitability.

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: 43 days (formula: Customer receivables / Revenue incl. VAT x 360). Supplier term: 4 days. The gap of 39 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 6 days of revenue, i.e. 3 k€ to permanently finance. Over 2016-2024, WCR increased by +138%, 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

3 088 €

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

43 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

4 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

6 j

WCR and payment terms evolution
LM AND CO

Positioning of LM AND CO in its sector

Comparison with sector Conseil pour les affaires et autres conseils de gestion

Valuation estimate

Based on 69 transactions of similar company sales in 2024, the value of LM AND CO is estimated at 298 527 € (range 89 336€ - 546 930€). With an EBITDA of 79 635€, the sector multiple of 4.3x is applied. The price/revenue ratio is 0.66x (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.
Medium reliability: estimate to be confirmed with in-depth analysis.

Estimated enterprise value 2024
69 tx
89k€ 298k€ 546k€
298 527 € Range: 89 336€ - 546 930€
NAF 5 année 2024

Valuation detail by method

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EBITDA Multiple 50%
79 635 € × 4.3x
Estimation 339 113 €
67 420€ - 542 929€
Revenue Multiple 30%
171 528 € × 0.66x
Estimation 113 020 €
65 774€ - 124 973€
Net Income Multiple 20%
68 634 € × 6.9x
Estimation 475 325 €
179 472€ - 1 189 874€

Valuation evolution

How is this estimate calculated?

This estimate is based on the analysis of 69 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 LM AND CO

What is the revenue of LM AND CO ?

The revenue of LM AND CO in 2024 is 172 k€.

Is LM AND CO profitable?

Yes, LM AND CO generated a net profit of 69 k€ in 2024.

Where is the headquarters of LM AND CO ?

The headquarters of LM AND CO is located in SAINT-ETIENNE (42000), in the department Loire.

Where to find the tax return of LM AND CO ?

The tax return of LM AND CO 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 LM AND CO operate?

LM AND CO operates in the sector Conseil pour les affaires et autres conseils de gestion (NAF code 70.22Z). See the 'Sector positioning' section above to compare the company with its competitors.