ASGN Inc (ASGN)
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 | 28.87% | 28.71% | 28.65% | 28.59% | 28.76% | 29.05% | 29.33% | 29.65% | 29.90% | 29.95% | 29.65% | 29.22% | 28.49% | 27.74% | 27.05% | 26.76% | 27.05% | 27.46% | 28.21% | 28.68% |
| Operating profit margin | 7.42% | 7.49% | 7.80% | 8.03% | 8.18% | 8.20% | 8.27% | 8.51% | 8.94% | 9.25% | 9.32% | 9.16% | 8.75% | 8.54% | 8.21% | 8.01% | 8.21% | 7.25% | 7.52% | 7.36% |
| Pretax margin | 5.86% | 5.91% | 6.19% | 6.46% | 6.69% | 6.78% | 7.06% | 7.43% | 7.96% | 8.80% | 12.21% | 12.35% | 12.26% | 11.86% | 7.89% | 7.63% | 7.59% | 6.56% | 6.61% | 6.23% |
| Net profit margin | 4.27% | 4.37% | 4.56% | 4.76% | 4.93% | 4.96% | 5.17% | 5.43% | 5.85% | 6.63% | 10.01% | 10.21% | 10.22% | 9.86% | 5.98% | 5.79% | 5.72% | 5.08% | 5.08% | 4.75% |
ASGN Inc's profitability ratios show the following trends:
1. Gross Profit Margin:
- The gross profit margin has been relatively stable over the years, ranging from 26.76% to 29.95%.
- It slightly improved from 26.76% in March 2021 to 29.90% in December 2022 before declining in the following periods.
2. Operating Profit Margin:
- The operating profit margin fluctuated over the years, with peaks around 9.32% in June 2022 and a low of 7.42% in December 2024.
- It generally displayed a decreasing trend from December 2021 to December 2024, possibly indicating challenges in controlling operating expenses.
3. Pretax Margin:
- The pretax margin showed significant variability, ranging from 5.86% to 12.35%.
- It experienced a notable spike from June 2021 to December 2021 but then declined significantly in the following periods.
4. Net Profit Margin:
- The net profit margin also exhibited fluctuations, with a range of 4.27% to 10.22%.
- Similar to the pretax margin, the net profit margin showed a peak in December 2021 followed by a decline in subsequent periods.
In summary, ASGN Inc's profitability ratios show mixed performance, with some margins improving or remaining stable in certain periods, but also facing challenges in controlling costs and sustaining profitability in others. Monitoring these ratios over time can provide insights into the company's operational efficiency and overall financial health.
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) | 8.88% | 9.14% | 9.66% | 10.06% | 10.27% | 10.37% | 10.70% | 11.15% | 11.42% | 11.48% | 11.53% | 11.00% | 10.02% | 9.08% | 8.75% | 8.51% | 8.77% | 8.18% | 9.14% | 9.43% |
| Return on assets (ROA) | 5.11% | 5.34% | 5.65% | 5.96% | 6.19% | 6.28% | 6.69% | 7.11% | 7.48% | 8.24% | 12.38% | 12.26% | 11.70% | 10.49% | 6.38% | 6.15% | 6.11% | 5.74% | 6.18% | 6.08% |
| Return on total capital | 10.83% | 17.67% | 18.44% | 18.85% | 12.43% | 12.76% | 19.88% | 20.54% | 13.84% | 15.07% | 19.98% | 19.36% | 18.25% | 16.87% | 12.07% | 11.63% | 11.65% | 18.36% | 11.71% | 11.78% |
| Return on equity (ROE) | 9.86% | 10.32% | 10.79% | 11.17% | 11.59% | 11.77% | 12.37% | 13.04% | 14.10% | 15.75% | 23.51% | 22.90% | 21.97% | 20.73% | 12.83% | 12.47% | 12.62% | 12.09% | 12.99% | 13.12% |
ASGN Inc's profitability ratios show a mixed trend over the period from March 2020 to December 2024:
1. Operating Return on Assets (Operating ROA) has gradually increased from 9.43% in March 2020 to 8.88% in December 2024, with some fluctuations. This ratio indicates that the company's operating earnings generated per dollar of assets have been relatively stable over time.
2. Return on Assets (ROA) shows more volatility compared to Operating ROA, ranging from 5.11% in December 2024 to 12.38% in June 2022. However, the ratio has generally been declining since March 2022, signaling a decrease in the company's overall profitability relative to its total assets.
3. Return on Total Capital has shown fluctuations, with significant peaks in March 2022 and June 2022, where it reached 19.98% and 20.54%, respectively. However, the ratio decreased to 10.83% by December 2024, indicating the company's efficiency in generating returns from its total capital has decreased over the period.
4. Return on Equity (ROE) has also displayed a decreasing trend, declining from 23.51% in June 2022 to 9.86% in December 2024. The ratio measures the company's profitability in relation to shareholders' equity, indicating that ASGN Inc's ability to generate profits for its equity holders has weakened over time.
In summary, ASGN Inc's profitability ratios suggest a mixed performance, with some ratios showing stability or improvement, while others displaying a decline. It is important for the company to closely monitor and manage its profitability metrics to ensure sustainable growth and shareholder value in the long term.