Astec Industries Inc (ASTE)

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 24,600 51,700 43,200 31,100 49,100
Long-term debt US$ in thousands
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 637,600 653,400 626,900 654,800 643,000
Return on total capital 3.86% 7.91% 6.89% 4.75% 7.64%

December 31, 2024 calculation

Return on total capital = EBIT ÷ (Long-term debt + Total stockholders’ equity)
= $24,600K ÷ ($—K + $637,600K)
= 3.86%

The return on total capital for Astec Industries Inc has shown fluctuations over the years based on the provided data.

- As of December 31, 2020, the return on total capital stood at 7.64%, indicating that for every dollar of total capital invested, the company generated a return of 7.64%.
- By December 31, 2021, the return on total capital decreased to 4.75%, suggesting a lower return on investment compared to the previous year.
- In the following year, by December 31, 2022, the return on total capital improved to 6.89%, showcasing a recovery in the company's ability to generate returns on its total capital.
- By December 31, 2023, the return on total capital increased further to 7.91%, reaching a higher level compared to the previous years.
- However, by December 31, 2024, there was a decline in the return on total capital to 3.86%, indicating a decrease in the company's efficiency in utilizing its total capital to generate returns.

Overall, the trend in Astec Industries Inc's return on total capital exhibits variability, with fluctuations in performance that may be influenced by factors such as operational efficiency, profitability, and investment decisions. It is essential for stakeholders to closely monitor these fluctuations to assess the company's financial health and sustainability.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Return on total capital
Astec Industries Inc
ASTE
3.86%
Caterpillar Inc
CAT
71.23%
CNH Industrial N.V.
CNH
40.02%