Earnings Before Tax (Historical)
Returns EBT for a specific historical period.
Parameters
| Parameter | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Symbol | Yes | Stock ticker |
| Year | Yes | Fiscal year or code |
| Quarter | No | Quarter 1-4 |
| TTM | No | TTM for trailing 12 months |
Examples
=hf_Earnings_before_Tax("AAPL", "2023", "4")=hf_Earnings_before_Tax("MSFT", "ly")When to Use
- Pre-tax profitability analysis
- Tax rate calculation
- Cross-company comparison
When NOT to Use
| Scenario | Use Instead |
|---|---|
| Need net income | hf_Net_Income() |
| Need pre-tax margin | PreTaxProfitMargin() |
Common Issues & FAQ
Q: EBT vs EBIT? A: EBT includes interest expense, EBIT excludes it.
