OPTIQUE LACHAL : revenue, balance sheet and financial ratios

OPTIQUE LACHAL is a French company founded 58 years ago, specialized in the sector Commerces de détail d'optique. Based in PERIGUEUX (24000), this company of category PME shows in 2024 a revenue of 1.7 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 - OPTIQUE LACHAL (SIREN 319582052)
Indicator 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016
Revenue 1 711 954 € 1 713 228 € 1 691 375 € 1 815 563 € 1 475 785 € 1 727 170 € 1 614 368 € 1 659 837 € 1 704 154 €
Net income 380 645 € 335 712 € 331 268 € 265 533 € 287 945 € 300 648 € 278 788 € 385 060 € 283 549 €
EBITDA 158 166 € 111 960 € 39 233 € 128 587 € 75 384 € 116 322 € 79 132 € 158 916 € 198 763 €
Net margin 22.2% 19.6% 19.6% 14.6% 19.5% 17.4% 17.3% 23.2% 16.6%

Revenue and income statement

In 2024, OPTIQUE LACHAL achieves revenue of 1.7 M€. Revenue is growing positively over 9 years (CAGR: +0.1%). Slight decline of -0% vs 2023. After deducting consumption (602 k€), gross margin stands at 1.1 M€, i.e. a rate of 65%. This ratio measures the ability to generate value from commercial activity. EBITDA (= Gross margin - Personnel expenses - Taxes) reaches 158 k€, representing 9.2% of revenue. Positive scissor effect: EBITDA margin improves by +2.7 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 381 k€, i.e. 22.2% 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

1 711 954 €

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

1 109 609 €

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

158 166 €

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

143 003 €

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

380 645 €

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

9.2%

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Solvency and debt ratios

The debt ratio (= Financial debt / Equity x 100) stands at 0%. 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 94%. This high autonomy means the company finances most of its assets through equity, a sign of strength. Cash flow represents 23.1% 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

0.0%

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

94.038%

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

23.118%

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

14.7%

Solvency indicators evolution
OPTIQUE LACHAL

Sector positioning

Debt ratio
0.0 2024
2022
2023
2024
Q1: 6.25
Med: 24.6
Q3: 67.83
Excellent

In 2024, the debt ratio of OPTIQUE LACHAL (0.00) ranks in the bottom 25% of the sector, which is positive. This ratio measures the weight of debt relative to equity. A low ratio indicates a solid financial structure with little dependence on creditors.

Financial autonomy
94.04% 2024
2022
2023
2024
Q1: 27.06%
Med: 52.86%
Q3: 69.46%
Excellent +18 pts over 3 years

In 2024, the financial autonomy of OPTIQUE LACHAL (94.0%) 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
0.0 years 2024
2022
2023
2024
Q1: 0.0 years
Med: 0.84 years
Q3: 2.71 years
Excellent

In 2024, the repayment capacity of OPTIQUE LACHAL (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 804.99. 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 0.6x. 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

804.99

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

0.555

Liquidity indicators evolution
OPTIQUE LACHAL

Sector positioning

Liquidity ratio
804.99 2024
2022
2023
2024
Q1: 162.44
Med: 249.24
Q3: 376.94
Excellent

In 2024, the liquidity ratio of OPTIQUE LACHAL (804.99) 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
0.56x 2024
2022
2023
2024
Q1: 0.0x
Med: 1.37x
Q3: 5.78x
Average -40 pts over 3 years

In 2024, the interest coverage of OPTIQUE LACHAL (0.6x) 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: 29 days (formula: Customer receivables / Revenue incl. VAT x 360). Supplier term: 12 days. The company must finance 17 days of gap between collections and payments. Inventory turnover is 66 days (= Average inventory / Cost of goods x 360). Overall, WCR represents 196 days of revenue, i.e. 932 k€ to permanently finance. Over 2016-2024, WCR increased by +105%, 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

932 296 €

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

29 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

12 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

66 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

196 j

WCR and payment terms evolution
OPTIQUE LACHAL

Positioning of OPTIQUE LACHAL in its sector

Comparison with sector Commerces de détail d'optique

Valuation estimate

Based on 117 transactions of similar company sales in 2024, the value of OPTIQUE LACHAL is estimated at 771 520 € (range 458 363€ - 1 571 936€). With an EBITDA of 158 166€, the sector multiple of 4.0x is applied. The price/revenue ratio is 0.53x (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
117 transactions
458k€ 771k€ 1571k€
771 520 € Range: 458 363€ - 1 571 936€
NAF 5 année 2024

Valuation detail by method

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EBITDA Multiple 50%
158 166 € × 4.0x
Estimation 628 226 €
433 464€ - 1 184 434€
Revenue Multiple 30%
1 711 954 € × 0.53x
Estimation 906 387 €
514 158€ - 1 347 768€
Net Income Multiple 20%
380 645 € × 2.4x
Estimation 927 457 €
436 922€ - 2 876 947€

Valuation evolution

How is this estimate calculated?

This estimate is based on the analysis of 117 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 OPTIQUE LACHAL

What is the revenue of OPTIQUE LACHAL ?

The revenue of OPTIQUE LACHAL in 2024 is 1.7 M€.

Is OPTIQUE LACHAL profitable?

Yes, OPTIQUE LACHAL generated a net profit of 381 k€ in 2024.

Where is the headquarters of OPTIQUE LACHAL ?

The headquarters of OPTIQUE LACHAL is located in PERIGUEUX (24000), in the department Dordogne.

Where to find the tax return of OPTIQUE LACHAL ?

The tax return of OPTIQUE LACHAL 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 OPTIQUE LACHAL operate?

OPTIQUE LACHAL operates in the sector Commerces de détail d'optique (NAF code 47.78A). See the 'Sector positioning' section above to compare the company with its competitors.