The AES Corporation (AES)
Profitability ratios
Return on sales
| Dec 31, 2024 | Sep 30, 2024 | Jun 30, 2024 | Mar 31, 2024 | Dec 31, 2023 | Sep 30, 2023 | Jun 30, 2023 | Mar 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Sep 30, 2022 | Jun 30, 2022 | Mar 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Sep 30, 2021 | Jun 30, 2021 | Mar 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | Sep 30, 2020 | Jun 30, 2020 | Mar 31, 2020 | |
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| Gross profit margin | 18.85% | 19.44% | 20.79% | 20.21% | 19.77% | 20.16% | 19.66% | 20.09% | 20.19% | 20.64% | 20.55% | 22.69% | 24.33% | 27.98% | 29.25% | 28.62% | 27.88% | 24.62% | 23.85% | 22.98% |
| Operating profit margin | 1.56% | -3.40% | -2.16% | -1.37% | -0.69% | 2.97% | 5.88% | 6.19% | 6.06% | 12.47% | 12.24% | 10.89% | 8.21% | 11.55% | 4.10% | 11.07% | 14.72% | 11.29% | 19.57% | 17.43% |
| Pretax margin | 13.40% | 9.44% | 7.19% | 5.62% | 4.03% | -2.37% | -0.59% | -1.79% | -2.23% | -2.41% | -3.36% | -2.00% | -4.86% | 7.11% | -1.65% | -1.11% | 2.71% | -2.57% | 5.98% | 6.27% |
| Net profit margin | 13.67% | 9.10% | 6.80% | 4.24% | 1.97% | -4.39% | -2.86% | -3.92% | -4.33% | -2.23% | -3.01% | -1.29% | -3.67% | 4.95% | -1.29% | -2.47% | 0.48% | -3.67% | 2.01% | 2.97% |
The Gross Profit Margin of The AES Corporation has shown some variability over the past few years, ranging from a low of 18.85% in December 2024 to a high of 29.25% in June 2021. It has generally seen a decreasing trend since June 2021.
The Operating Profit Margin has fluctuated significantly, with a noticeable decline from 19.57% in June 2020 to -3.40% in September 2024. This indicates challenges in operational efficiency and profitability during this period.
The Pretax Margin experienced negative values in several quarters, suggesting that the company faced difficulties in generating profits before accounting for taxes. However, the margin improved towards the end of the period, reaching 13.40% in December 2024.
The Net Profit Margin also displayed volatility, with negative margins in many quarters, indicating that the company struggled to maintain profitability after all expenses, including taxes. The margin improved notably in the later quarters, reaching 13.67% in December 2024.
Overall, the profitability ratios of The AES Corporation reflect a mix of challenges and improvements in managing costs, generating revenues, and ultimately, sustaining profitability over the reviewed period.
Return on investment
| Dec 31, 2024 | Sep 30, 2024 | Jun 30, 2024 | Mar 31, 2024 | Dec 31, 2023 | Sep 30, 2023 | Jun 30, 2023 | Mar 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Sep 30, 2022 | Jun 30, 2022 | Mar 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Sep 30, 2021 | Jun 30, 2021 | Mar 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | Sep 30, 2020 | Jun 30, 2020 | Mar 31, 2020 | |
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| Operating return on assets (Operating ROA) | 0.40% | -0.83% | -0.56% | -0.36% | -0.19% | 0.88% | 1.84% | 2.05% | 1.99% | 4.07% | 3.98% | 3.57% | 2.78% | 3.60% | 1.23% | 3.13% | 4.11% | 3.14% | 5.44% | 5.04% |
| Return on assets (ROA) | 3.54% | 2.22% | 1.76% | 1.13% | 0.56% | -1.30% | -0.89% | -1.30% | -1.42% | -0.73% | -0.98% | -0.42% | -1.24% | 1.54% | -0.39% | -0.70% | 0.13% | -1.02% | 0.56% | 0.86% |
| Return on total capital | 85.89% | 78.06% | 73.04% | 70.66% | 73.51% | 34.83% | 45.91% | 40.47% | 34.30% | 22.24% | 20.93% | 24.70% | 13.19% | 50.06% | 25.79% | 26.18% | 49.35% | 37.82% | 62.47% | 64.47% |
| Return on equity (ROE) | 46.08% | 33.10% | 26.61% | 18.28% | 10.01% | -20.15% | -14.85% | -21.59% | -22.40% | -8.07% | -11.79% | -4.80% | -14.62% | 15.54% | -4.13% | -7.28% | 1.75% | -17.47% | 7.84% | 11.54% |
The profitability ratios of The AES Corporation show fluctuating trends over the analyzed periods.
- Operating return on assets (Operating ROA) ranged from a high of 5.44% in June 2020 to a low of -0.83% in September 2024. The ratio generally remained positive, indicating the company's ability to generate operating profits from its assets, with a slight decline in recent periods.
- Return on assets (ROA) fluctuated from -1.42% in December 2022 to a high of 3.54% in December 2024. The ratio experienced negative values for some periods, but an upward trend was observed in the latter periods, indicating improved profitability in utilizing its total assets.
- Return on total capital fluctuated notably, ranging from 13.19% in December 2021 to 85.89% in December 2024. The ratio showed significant variability, with peaks and troughs in different quarters, reflecting the company's effectiveness in generating returns from both equity and debt capital.
- Return on equity (ROE) also fluctuated widely, from -22.40% in December 2022 to 46.08% in December 2024. The ratio experienced negative values for several periods but showed an increasing trend, signaling an improvement in profitability relative to shareholders' equity over time.
Overall, these profitability ratios suggest that The AES Corporation has experienced varying levels of profitability and efficiency in utilizing its assets and capital structure during the analyzed periods. Further analysis of the company's financial performance and strategic initiatives may provide more insights into its profitability prospects.