Arcosa Inc (ACA)

Return on total capital

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Earnings before interest and tax (EBIT) US$ in thousands 200,900 224,000 347,200 107,000 148,800
Long-term debt US$ in thousands
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 2,428,200 2,332,000 2,184,400 1,953,300 1,892,200
Return on total capital 8.27% 9.61% 15.89% 5.48% 7.86%

December 31, 2024 calculation

Return on total capital = EBIT ÷ (Long-term debt + Total stockholders’ equity)
= $200,900K ÷ ($—K + $2,428,200K)
= 8.27%

Based on the provided data, Arcosa Inc's return on total capital has shown some fluctuations over the years. It was 7.86% as of December 31, 2020, which then decreased to 5.48% by December 31, 2021. However, there was a significant increase to 15.89% by December 31, 2022, indicating improved capital efficiency. The return on total capital then slightly declined to 9.61% by December 31, 2023, followed by a further decrease to 8.27% as of December 31, 2024.

Overall, Arcosa Inc's return on total capital experienced both improvements and declines during the period under review. It is important for the company to continue monitoring and managing its capital allocation and operational efficiency to maintain sustainable returns for its investors and stakeholders.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Return on total capital
Arcosa Inc
ACA
8.27%
Proto Labs Inc
PRLB
3.80%
Valmont Industries Inc
VMI
23.09%