Alpha Metallurgical Resources Inc (AMR)

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 214,561 852,382 1,576,550 361,852 -169,106
Long-term debt US$ in thousands
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 1,649,500 1,573,930 1,429,760 546,909 200,102
Return on total capital 13.01% 54.16% 110.27% 66.16% -84.51%

December 31, 2024 calculation

Return on total capital = EBIT ÷ (Long-term debt + Total stockholders’ equity)
= $214,561K ÷ ($—K + $1,649,500K)
= 13.01%

Alpha Metallurgical Resources Inc's return on total capital has experienced significant fluctuations over the years. In 2020, the company reported a negative return on total capital of -84.51%, indicating that the capital invested did not generate sufficient returns. However, there was a notable improvement in 2021, with a return on total capital of 66.16%, indicating a more favorable performance in utilizing the capital.

The positive trend continued in 2022, with a substantial increase to 110.27%, reflecting improved efficiency in generating profits from the total capital employed. Despite a slight decline in 2023 to 54.16%, the company still maintained a relatively healthy return on total capital.

By the end of 2024, Alpha Metallurgical Resources Inc's return on total capital decreased further to 13.01%, suggesting a possible decrease in profitability relative to the capital invested. Overall, the company has shown varying levels of performance in utilizing its total capital over the years, with the need for continued monitoring and strategic management to sustain favorable returns.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Return on total capital
Alpha Metallurgical Resources Inc
AMR
13.01%
Peabody Energy Corp
BTU
15.42%