Bruker Corporation (BRKR)
Return on assets (ROA)
| Dec 31, 2024 | Dec 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net income | US$ in thousands | 113,100 | 427,200 | 296,600 | 277,100 | 157,800 |
| Total assets | US$ in thousands | 5,806,700 | 4,249,900 | 3,611,800 | 3,650,000 | 3,049,000 |
| ROA | 1.95% | 10.05% | 8.21% | 7.59% | 5.18% |
December 31, 2024 calculation
ROA = Net income ÷ Total assets
= $113,100K ÷ $5,806,700K
= 1.95%
Bruker Corporation's return on assets (ROA) has shown variability over the years. From December 31, 2020, the ROA increased steadily from 5.18% to 7.59% by December 31, 2021, and further to 8.21% by December 31, 2022, reflecting improving asset utilization and efficiency. The ROA peaked at 10.05% on December 31, 2023, indicating a period of strong profitability relative to the assets employed. However, there was a noticeable decline to 1.95% by December 31, 2024, signaling a potential decrease in the company's ability to generate profits from its assets. It is essential for Bruker Corporation to assess the factors contributing to this decline and take appropriate actions to enhance its ROA moving forward.
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Dec 31, 2024