AAON Inc (AAON)

Operating return on assets (Operating ROA)

Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019
Operating income US$ in thousands 227,494 126,761 69,253 101,836 67,011
Total assets US$ in thousands 941,436 813,903 650,180 449,008 371,424
Operating ROA 24.16% 15.57% 10.65% 22.68% 18.04%

December 31, 2023 calculation

Operating ROA = Operating income ÷ Total assets
= $227,494K ÷ $941,436K
= 24.16%

The operating return on assets (operating ROA) for AAON Inc. has shown fluctuations over the past five years. In 2023, the operating ROA was 24.16%, reflecting a significant increase from the previous year's level of 15.57% in 2022. This improvement indicates that the company generated a higher operating income relative to its total assets, which is a positive sign of operational efficiency.

Comparing the current operating ROA to historical data, AAON Inc. experienced a notable uptick in performance in 2023 compared to 2021, when the operating ROA was 10.65%. This suggests that the company was able to boost its operational effectiveness and profitability during the most recent fiscal year.

However, it is important to note that the operating ROA in 2023 was slightly lower than the level reported in 2020 (21.24%) and 2019 (18.13%). This indicates a temporary dip in operating efficiency and profitability in 2023 compared to the immediately preceding years.

Overall, the upward trend in operating ROA over the past five years, with some fluctuations, suggests that AAON Inc. has been effectively utilizing its assets to generate operating income. The company's ability to maintain a relatively high operating ROA indicates sound operational performance and efficiency during the most recent fiscal year. Further analysis would be needed to understand the specific factors driving these changes in operating ROA over time.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2023

Company name
Symbol
Operating ROA
AAON Inc
AAON
24.16%
Carrier Global Corp
CARR
7.00%
Lennox International Inc
LII
28.23%