Bunge Limited (BG)
Operating return on assets (Operating ROA)
| Dec 31, 2024 | Dec 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating income | US$ in thousands | 1,832,000 | 3,419,000 | 2,398,000 | 2,760,000 | 1,656,000 |
| Total assets | US$ in thousands | 24,899,000 | 25,372,000 | 24,580,000 | 23,819,000 | 23,655,000 |
| Operating ROA | 7.36% | 13.48% | 9.76% | 11.59% | 7.00% |
December 31, 2024 calculation
Operating ROA = Operating income ÷ Total assets
= $1,832,000K ÷ $24,899,000K
= 7.36%
Based on the provided data, Bunge Limited's operating return on assets (ROA) has shown some fluctuations over the past five years. The trend indicates an increase from 7.00% as of December 31, 2020, to a peak of 13.48% as of December 31, 2023. This surge in operating ROA reflects the company's ability to generate operating profits relative to its total assets.
However, there was a slight decline to 7.36% as of December 31, 2024, which suggests a potential decrease in operating efficiency or asset utilization during that period. It is essential for Bunge Limited to closely monitor and analyze the factors contributing to this decline in order to maintain or improve its operating ROA in the future.
Overall, the fluctuating trend in Bunge Limited's operating ROA indicates varying levels of operational performance and asset utilization efficiency over the years, potentially influenced by internal management decisions, market conditions, or industry competition. Further analysis and comparison with industry benchmarks may provide a deeper understanding of the company's financial health and performance.
Peer comparison
Dec 31, 2024