Autodesk Inc (ADSK)
Profitability ratios
Return on sales
| Jan 31, 2025 | Oct 31, 2024 | Jul 31, 2024 | Apr 30, 2024 | Jan 31, 2024 | Oct 31, 2023 | Jul 31, 2023 | Apr 30, 2023 | Jan 31, 2023 | Oct 31, 2022 | Jul 31, 2022 | Apr 30, 2022 | Jan 31, 2022 | Oct 31, 2021 | Jul 31, 2021 | Apr 30, 2021 | Jan 31, 2021 | Oct 31, 2020 | Jul 31, 2020 | Apr 30, 2020 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gross profit margin | 90.57% | 90.94% | 91.04% | 91.02% | 90.96% | 90.55% | 90.45% | 90.40% | 90.41% | 90.42% | 90.38% | 90.31% | 90.46% | 90.61% | 90.78% | 91.06% | 91.11% | 90.97% | 90.81% | 90.54% |
| Operating profit margin | 22.08% | 21.86% | 22.24% | 21.43% | 20.52% | 20.39% | 19.42% | 19.44% | 19.76% | 17.44% | 16.69% | 15.28% | 14.08% | 15.65% | 15.70% | 16.24% | 16.60% | 15.85% | 14.72% | 13.11% |
| Pretax margin | 22.57% | 22.63% | 22.70% | 21.68% | 20.67% | 20.13% | 19.15% | 19.04% | 18.90% | 15.84% | 15.21% | 13.76% | 12.87% | 14.92% | 14.78% | 15.09% | 14.42% | 13.67% | 12.40% | 11.00% |
| Net profit margin | 18.14% | 18.30% | 18.21% | 17.66% | 16.48% | 17.15% | 16.77% | 16.42% | 16.44% | 12.64% | 11.76% | 10.67% | 11.33% | 31.31% | 32.54% | 33.32% | 31.88% | 11.74% | 10.26% | 8.91% |
Autodesk Inc has shown stable and high levels of profitability over the analyzed periods as indicated by its gross profit margin, operating profit margin, pretax margin, and net profit margin.
The gross profit margin has remained consistently high, averaging around 90%, indicating that Autodesk efficiently manages its production costs and maintains a healthy markup on its products and services.
The operating profit margin has improved over time, starting at around 13% in April 2020 and increasing to approximately 22% by January 2025. This suggests that Autodesk has been successful in controlling its operating expenses and generating higher profits from its core business activities.
The pretax margin shows a similar positive trend, with an increase from 11% in April 2020 to 23% by January 2025. This signifies that Autodesk has been effectively managing its tax obligations and other costs in relation to its pre-tax earnings.
The net profit margin also reflects Autodesk's strong profitability performance, with a notable surge from below 10% in the early periods to over 18% by January 2025. This increase indicates Autodesk's ability to generate significant earnings after accounting for all expenses, including taxes and interest.
Overall, Autodesk Inc's profitability ratios demonstrate its efficient cost management, revenue generation, and ability to translate sales into profits, which are positive indicators of the company's financial health and operational effectiveness.
Return on investment
| Jan 31, 2025 | Oct 31, 2024 | Jul 31, 2024 | Apr 30, 2024 | Jan 31, 2024 | Oct 31, 2023 | Jul 31, 2023 | Apr 30, 2023 | Jan 31, 2023 | Oct 31, 2022 | Jul 31, 2022 | Apr 30, 2022 | Jan 31, 2022 | Oct 31, 2021 | Jul 31, 2021 | Apr 30, 2021 | Jan 31, 2021 | Oct 31, 2020 | Jul 31, 2020 | Apr 30, 2020 | |
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| Operating return on assets (Operating ROA) | 12.50% | 12.86% | 12.96% | 12.31% | 11.38% | 11.81% | 11.11% | 10.94% | 10.48% | 9.89% | 9.62% | 8.45% | 7.18% | 7.73% | 8.55% | 8.66% | 8.64% | 9.73% | 9.07% | 8.10% |
| Return on assets (ROA) | 10.26% | 10.77% | 10.61% | 10.14% | 9.14% | 9.94% | 9.60% | 9.24% | 8.72% | 7.17% | 6.78% | 5.90% | 5.77% | 15.46% | 17.72% | 17.78% | 16.60% | 7.21% | 6.32% | 5.51% |
| Return on total capital | 51.66% | 49.66% | 52.02% | 55.81% | 60.05% | 73.68% | 84.08% | 112.60% | 90.92% | 98.79% | 114.61% | 108.66% | 74.67% | 53.42% | 48.54% | 55.58% | 61.83% | 792.64% | 732.10% | — |
| Return on equity (ROE) | 42.43% | 41.70% | 42.72% | 46.14% | 48.84% | 61.88% | 72.47% | 93.42% | 71.88% | 68.33% | 75.38% | 71.57% | 58.53% | 103.07% | 99.01% | 114.97% | 125.14% | 618.61% | 539.67% | — |
Autodesk Inc's profitability ratios exhibit a mixed performance over the analyzed periods.
1. Operating Return on Assets (Operating ROA) shows a varying trend, ranging from a low of 7.18% on January 31, 2022, to a high of 12.96% on July 31, 2024.
2. Return on Assets (ROA) also fluctuates, with a significant increase from 5.77% on January 31, 2022, to 10.26% on January 31, 2025, indicating improved asset utilization efficiency.
3. Return on Total Capital indicates a substantial return, with a peak of 732.10% on July 31, 2020, and a decline to 49.66% on October 31, 2024. The fluctuations may signal changes in the capital structure and efficiency.
4. Return on Equity (ROE) exhibits a similar pattern to Return on Total Capital with a high of 618.61% on October 31, 2020, and a decline to 42.43% on January 31, 2025. This ratio reflects the company's ability to generate profits from shareholders' equity.
In conclusion, the company's profitability ratios show variability, with certain periods indicating strong returns on assets and capital, while others demonstrate a decline. Investors should consider these ratios in conjunction with other financial metrics for a comprehensive analysis of Autodesk Inc's financial performance.