The Chefs Warehouse Inc (CHEF)
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 | 128,207 | 100,943 | 85,738 | 10,811 | -102,660 |
| Total assets | US$ in thousands | 1,858,690 | 1,705,310 | 1,509,300 | 1,073,800 | 974,325 |
| Operating ROA | 6.90% | 5.92% | 5.68% | 1.01% | -10.54% |
December 31, 2024 calculation
Operating ROA = Operating income ÷ Total assets
= $128,207K ÷ $1,858,690K
= 6.90%
The operating return on assets (operating ROA) of The Chefs Warehouse Inc has shown a positive trend over the past five years, starting from a negative figure of -10.54% as of December 31, 2020, and steadily increasing to 6.90% as of December 31, 2024. This improvement indicates that the company has become more efficient in generating operating income relative to its assets. The consistent growth in operating ROA suggests that the company's operational performance has been improving, which could be a positive signal for investors and stakeholders. However, it is important to consider other financial metrics and qualitative factors to gain a comprehensive understanding of the company's overall financial health and performance.
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Dec 31, 2024