THE ECONOMIST GROUP FRANCE : revenue, balance sheet and financial ratios

THE ECONOMIST GROUP FRANCE is a French company founded 22 years ago, specialized in the sector Autres activités de soutien aux entreprises n.c.a.. Based in PARIS (75008), this company of category PME shows in 2025 a revenue of 865 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 - THE ECONOMIST GROUP FRANCE (SIREN 449170174)
Indicator 2025 2024 2023 2021 2020 2019 2018
Revenue 865 108 € 765 777 € 636 584 € 1 535 189 € 2 192 140 € 2 390 412 € 2 390 226 €
Net income 67 777 € 82 684 € 70 524 € 143 914 € 296 591 € 99 332 € 48 456 €
EBITDA 125 564 € 72 637 € 50 248 € 165 010 € 214 827 € 232 244 € 205 584 €
Net margin 7.8% 10.8% 11.1% 9.4% 13.5% 4.2% 2.0%

Revenue and income statement

In 2025, THE ECONOMIST GROUP FRANCE achieves revenue of 865 k€. Revenue is declining over the period 2018-2025 (CAGR: -13.5%). Vs 2024, growth of +13% (766 k€ -> 865 k€). After deducting consumption (0 €), gross margin stands at 865 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 126 k€, representing 14.5% of revenue. Positive scissor effect: EBITDA margin improves by +5.0 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 68 k€, i.e. 7.8% of revenue. This profit can be retained or distributed to shareholders.

Revenue (2025) ?
Revenue
Definition
Total amount of sales of goods and services made by the company.
Formula
Sales of goods + Sold production

865 108 €

Gross margin (2025) ?
Gross margin
Definition
Difference between revenue and cost of goods sold.
Formula
Revenue - Cost of goods consumed

865 108 €

EBITDA (2025) ?
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

125 564 €

EBIT (2025) ?
EBIT (Operating Income)
Definition
Operating income, including depreciation and provisions.
Formula
EBITDA - Depreciation and provisions + Reversals

71 463 €

Net income (2025) ?
Net income
Definition
Profit or loss after all expenses, including taxes and exceptional items.
Formula
Current income + Exceptional income - Income tax

67 777 €

EBITDA margin (2025) ?
EBITDA margin
Definition
Measures the company's operating profitability.
Formula
(EBE / CA) x 100
Interpretation
> 10% : Good profitability
5-10% : Average
< 5% : Low

14.5%

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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 82%. This high autonomy means the company finances most of its assets through equity, a sign of strength. Cash flow represents 8.8% of revenue. Cash flow measures resources generated by operations, available for investment and debt repayment. Satisfactory level allowing partial financing of growth.

Debt ratio (2025) ?
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 (2025) ?
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

81.741%

Cash flow / Revenue (2025) ?
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

8.76%

Repayment capacity (2025) ?
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

Solvency indicators evolution
THE ECONOMIST GROUP FRANCE

Sector positioning

Debt ratio
0.0 2025
2023
2024
2025
Q1: 0.0
Med: 7.56
Q3: 53.6
Excellent

In 2025, the debt ratio of THE ECONOMIST GROUP FRANCE (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
81.74% 2025
2023
2024
2025
Q1: 10.23%
Med: 44.01%
Q3: 75.13%
Excellent

In 2025, the financial autonomy of THE ECONOMIST GROUP FRANCE (81.7%) 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 2025
2023
2024
2025
Q1: 0.0 years
Med: 0.04 years
Q3: 2.08 years
Excellent -25 pts over 3 years

In 2025, the repayment capacity of THE ECONOMIST GROUP FRANCE (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 654.43. Concretely, the company has €2 of liquid assets for every €1 of short-term debt: no cash risk within 12 months.

Liquidity ratio (2025) ?
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

654.43

Interest coverage (2025) ?
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
654.43 2025
2023
2024
2025
Q1: 119.63
Med: 260.88
Q3: 749.74
Good

In 2025, the liquidity ratio of THE ECONOMIST GROUP FRANCE (654.43) 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
0.0x 2025
2023
2024
2025
Q1: -1.52x
Med: 0.0x
Q3: 3.47x
Good +25 pts over 3 years

In 2025, the interest coverage of THE ECONOMIST GROUP FRANCE (0.0x) 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: 15 days (formula: Customer receivables / Revenue incl. VAT x 360). Supplier term: 52 days. Excellent situation: suppliers finance 37 days of the operating cycle (retail model). Overall, WCR represents 360 days of revenue, i.e. 866 k€ to permanently finance. Over 2018-2025, WCR increased by +913%, requiring additional financing.

Operating WCR (2025) ?
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

865 714 €

Customer credit (2025) ?
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

15 j

Supplier credit (2025) ?
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

52 j

Inventory turnover (2025) ?
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 (2025) ?
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

360 j

WCR and payment terms evolution
THE ECONOMIST GROUP FRANCE

Positioning of THE ECONOMIST GROUP FRANCE in its sector

Comparison with sector Autres activités de soutien aux entreprises n.c.a.

Valuation estimate

Based on 131 transactions of similar company sales (all years), the value of THE ECONOMIST GROUP FRANCE is estimated at 441 972 € (range 151 096€ - 831 052€). With an EBITDA of 125 564€, the sector multiple of 4.8x is applied. The price/revenue ratio is 0.36x (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 2025
131 transactions
151k€ 441k€ 831k€
441 972 € Range: 151 096€ - 831 052€
NAF 5 all-time

Valuation detail by method

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EBITDA Multiple 50%
125 564 € × 4.8x
Estimation 608 962 €
182 855€ - 1 047 599€
Revenue Multiple 30%
865 108 € × 0.36x
Estimation 308 509 €
154 084€ - 583 137€
Net Income Multiple 20%
67 777 € × 3.3x
Estimation 224 695 €
67 220€ - 661 562€

Valuation evolution

How is this estimate calculated?

This estimate is based on the analysis of 131 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...).

Similar companies (Autres activités de soutien aux entreprises n.c.a.)

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Frequently asked questions about THE ECONOMIST GROUP FRANCE

What is the revenue of THE ECONOMIST GROUP FRANCE ?

The revenue of THE ECONOMIST GROUP FRANCE in 2025 is 865 k€.

Is THE ECONOMIST GROUP FRANCE profitable?

Yes, THE ECONOMIST GROUP FRANCE generated a net profit of 68 k€ in 2025.

Where is the headquarters of THE ECONOMIST GROUP FRANCE ?

The headquarters of THE ECONOMIST GROUP FRANCE is located in PARIS (75008), in the department Paris.

Where to find the tax return of THE ECONOMIST GROUP FRANCE ?

The tax return of THE ECONOMIST GROUP FRANCE 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 THE ECONOMIST GROUP FRANCE operate?

THE ECONOMIST GROUP FRANCE operates in the sector Autres activités de soutien aux entreprises n.c.a. (NAF code 82.99Z). See the 'Sector positioning' section above to compare the company with its competitors.