SOCIETE LEFEVRE : revenue, balance sheet and financial ratios

SOCIETE LEFEVRE is a French company founded 32 years ago, specialized in the sector Autres commerces de détail spécialisés divers. Based in BOBIGNY (93000), this company of category PME shows in 2018 a revenue of 904 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 - SOCIETE LEFEVRE (SIREN 393476569)
Indicator 2018 2017
Revenue 904 364 € 449 019 €
Net income 164 390 € -78 750 €
EBITDA 183 535 € -66 346 €
Net margin 18.2% -17.5%

Revenue and income statement

In 2018, SOCIETE LEFEVRE achieves revenue of 904 k€. Vs 2017, growth of +101% (449 k€ -> 904 k€). After deducting consumption (392 k€), gross margin stands at 513 k€, i.e. a rate of 57%. This ratio measures the ability to generate value from commercial activity. EBITDA (= Gross margin - Personnel expenses - Taxes) reaches 184 k€, representing 20.3% of revenue. Positive scissor effect: EBITDA margin improves by +35.1 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 164 k€, i.e. 18.2% of revenue. This profit can be retained or distributed to shareholders.

Revenue (2018) ?
Revenue
Definition
Total amount of sales of goods and services made by the company.
Formula
Sales of goods + Sold production

904 364 €

Gross margin (2018) ?
Gross margin
Definition
Difference between revenue and cost of goods sold.
Formula
Revenue - Cost of goods consumed

512 720 €

EBITDA (2018) ?
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

183 535 €

EBIT (2018) ?
EBIT (Operating Income)
Definition
Operating income, including depreciation and provisions.
Formula
EBITDA - Depreciation and provisions + Reversals

168 761 €

Net income (2018) ?
Net income
Definition
Profit or loss after all expenses, including taxes and exceptional items.
Formula
Current income + Exceptional income - Income tax

164 390 €

EBITDA margin (2018) ?
EBITDA margin
Definition
Measures the company's operating profitability.
Formula
(EBE / CA) x 100
Interpretation
> 10% : Good profitability
5-10% : Average
< 5% : Low

20.3%

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Solvency and debt ratios

The debt ratio (= Financial debt / Equity x 100) stands at 15%. 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 0.4 years of cash flow to repay all financial debt. This short period demonstrates excellent debt sustainability. Cash flow represents 19.9% 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 (2018) ?
Debt ratio
Definition
Measures the proportion of debt to equity.
Formula
(Financial debt / Equity) x 100
Interpretation
< 50% : Low
50-100% : Moderate
> 100% : High

15.408%

Financial autonomy (2018) ?
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

76.38%

Cash flow / Revenue (2018) ?
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

19.875%

Repayment capacity (2018) ?
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

0.37

Asset age ratio (2018) ?
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

35.7%

Solvency indicators evolution
SOCIETE LEFEVRE

Sector positioning

Debt ratio
15.41 2018
2017
2018
Q1: 0.0
Med: 18.91
Q3: 103.09
Good -6 pts over 2 years

In 2018, the debt ratio of SOCIETE LEFEVRE (15.41) 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
76.38% 2018
2017
2018
Q1: 6.6%
Med: 31.78%
Q3: 60.43%
Excellent

In 2018, the financial autonomy of SOCIETE LEFEVRE (76.4%) 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
0.37 years 2018
2017
2018
Q1: 0.0 years
Med: 0.0 years
Q3: 1.73 years
Average +30 pts over 2 years

In 2018, the repayment capacity of SOCIETE LEFEVRE (0.37) 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 557.28. 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 1.8x. Coverage is limited: any activity downturn would jeopardize interest payments.

Liquidity ratio (2018) ?
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

557.277

Interest coverage (2018) ?
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

1.842

Liquidity indicators evolution
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Sector positioning

Liquidity ratio
557.28 2018
2017
2018
Q1: 99.6
Med: 176.01
Q3: 329.26
Excellent

In 2018, the liquidity ratio of SOCIETE LEFEVRE (557.28) 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
1.84x 2018
2017
2018
Q1: 0.0x
Med: 0.0x
Q3: 2.84x
Good +41 pts over 2 years

In 2018, the interest coverage of SOCIETE LEFEVRE (1.8x) ranks above the median of the sector. This ratio indicates how many times operating income covers interest expenses. This comfortable position offers an appreciable safety margin.

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: 38 days (formula: Customer receivables / Revenue incl. VAT x 360). Supplier term: 25 days. The company must finance 13 days of gap between collections and payments. Inventory turnover is 68 days (= Average inventory / Cost of goods x 360). Overall, WCR represents 140 days of revenue, i.e. 353 k€ to permanently finance.

Operating WCR (2018) ?
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

352 575 €

Customer credit (2018) ?
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

38 j

Supplier credit (2018) ?
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

25 j

Inventory turnover (2018) ?
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

68 j

WCR in days of revenue (2018) ?
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

140 j

WCR and payment terms evolution
SOCIETE LEFEVRE

Positioning of SOCIETE LEFEVRE in its sector

Comparison with sector Autres commerces de détail spécialisés divers

Valuation estimate

Based on 123 transactions of similar company sales in 2018, the value of SOCIETE LEFEVRE is estimated at 683 332 € (range 271 639€ - 1 355 338€). With an EBITDA of 183 535€, the sector multiple of 4.2x is applied. The price/revenue ratio is 0.43x (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.

Estimated enterprise value 2018
123 transactions
271k€ 683k€ 1355k€
683 332 € Range: 271 639€ - 1 355 338€
NAF 5 année 2018

Valuation detail by method

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EBITDA Multiple 50%
183 535 € × 4.2x
Estimation 763 516 €
355 803€ - 1 550 384€
Revenue Multiple 30%
904 364 € × 0.43x
Estimation 386 625 €
127 069€ - 680 969€
Net Income Multiple 20%
164 390 € × 5.6x
Estimation 927 932 €
278 086€ - 1 879 280€

Valuation evolution

How is this estimate calculated?

This estimate is based on the analysis of 123 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 SOCIETE LEFEVRE

What is the revenue of SOCIETE LEFEVRE ?

The revenue of SOCIETE LEFEVRE in 2018 is 904 k€.

Is SOCIETE LEFEVRE profitable?

Yes, SOCIETE LEFEVRE generated a net profit of 164 k€ in 2018.

Where is the headquarters of SOCIETE LEFEVRE ?

The headquarters of SOCIETE LEFEVRE is located in BOBIGNY (93000), in the department Seine-Saint-Denis.

Where to find the tax return of SOCIETE LEFEVRE ?

The tax return of SOCIETE LEFEVRE 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 SOCIETE LEFEVRE operate?

SOCIETE LEFEVRE operates in the sector Autres commerces de détail spécialisés divers (NAF code 47.78C). See the 'Sector positioning' section above to compare the company with its competitors.