Belden Inc (BDC)

Return on assets (ROA)

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
Net income (ttm) US$ in thousands 198,433 178,516 197,171 216,880 242,759 266,259 292,206 282,014 254,663 142,927 85,897 71,100 63,925 120,630 96,362 -15,307 -55,162 -209,506 -523,511 -413,406
Total assets US$ in thousands 3,327,940 3,340,450 3,522,600 3,119,310 3,240,190 3,129,400 3,145,330 3,066,780 3,161,680 2,960,500 3,026,020 3,003,270 3,417,680 3,335,180 3,269,930 3,147,670 3,139,730 3,036,080 3,177,030 972,258
ROA 5.96% 5.34% 5.60% 6.95% 7.49% 8.51% 9.29% 9.20% 8.05% 4.83% 2.84% 2.37% 1.87% 3.62% 2.95% -0.49% -1.76% -6.90% -16.48% -42.52%

December 31, 2024 calculation

ROA = Net income (ttm) ÷ Total assets
= $198,433K ÷ $3,327,940K
= 5.96%

The return on assets (ROA) of Belden Inc has shown a noticeable improvement over the last few quarters. Starting from a negative ROA of -42.52% in March 2020, the company progressively improved its performance reaching 5.96% by December 2024. This positive trend indicates that Belden Inc is generating more profit from its assets, reflecting better operational efficiency and effectiveness in managing its resources. The company's ability to consistently increase its ROA demonstrates a stronger financial position and a potential for sustainable growth in the future.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
ROA
Belden Inc
BDC
5.96%
Corning Incorporated
GLW
1.82%