AZZ Incorporated (AZZ)

Return on assets (ROA)

Feb 28, 2025 Feb 29, 2024 Feb 28, 2023 Feb 28, 2022 Feb 28, 2021
Net income US$ in thousands 128,833 101,607 66,339 84,022 39,614
Total assets US$ in thousands 2,227,100 2,195,500 2,221,480 1,133,030 996,442
ROA 5.78% 4.63% 2.99% 7.42% 3.98%

February 28, 2025 calculation

ROA = Net income ÷ Total assets
= $128,833K ÷ $2,227,100K
= 5.78%

AZZ Incorporated's return on assets (ROA) has shown fluctuations over the past five years, ranging from 2.99% to 7.42%.

In February 2022, the ROA increased significantly to 7.42%, indicating the company generated a higher level of income relative to its total assets. This could suggest improved operational efficiency or better asset utilization during that period.

However, in the subsequent years, the ROA experienced some volatility. In February 2023, it dropped to 2.99%, indicating a decrease in profitability in relation to the assets held. This decline may raise concerns about the company's ability to generate earnings from its investments.

By February 2025, the ROA had recovered to 5.78%, reflecting a moderate improvement in asset productivity and profitability. Overall, AZZ Incorporated's ROA performance suggests varying levels of efficiency in utilizing its assets to generate earnings, highlighting the importance of monitoring and managing asset utilization to drive sustainable profitability.


Peer comparison

Feb 28, 2025

Company name
Symbol
ROA
AZZ Incorporated
AZZ
5.78%
Acuity Brands Inc
AYI
11.08%