Constellation Energy Corp (CEG)

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 4,017,000 1,738,000 -291,000 449,000 1,193,000
Long-term debt US$ in thousands
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 13,166,000 10,925,000 11,018,000 11,219,000 12,399,000
Return on total capital 30.51% 15.91% -2.64% 4.00% 9.62%

December 31, 2024 calculation

Return on total capital = EBIT ÷ (Long-term debt + Total stockholders’ equity)
= $4,017,000K ÷ ($—K + $13,166,000K)
= 30.51%

Constellation Energy Corp's return on total capital has exhibited fluctuating trends over the years. In 2020, the return on total capital stood at 9.62%, indicating a decent performance. However, there was a significant decline in 2021, with the return dropping to 4.00%. The trend worsened in 2022, as the return on total capital turned negative, standing at -2.64%, suggesting potential issues in generating returns from the total capital employed.

However, there was a remarkable turnaround in 2023, with the return on total capital increasing substantially to 15.91%, indicating improved efficiency in utilizing the company's total capital. The positive trend continued in 2024, with a notable increase in the return on total capital to 30.51%, reflecting a robust performance and effective utilization of capital resources.

Overall, Constellation Energy Corp's return on total capital has shown volatility, but the recent improvements indicate a positive trajectory in generating returns from the total capital employed, which is a favorable sign for the company's financial health and operational efficiency.