CH Robinson Worldwide Inc (CHRW)

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 669,141 514,607 1,266,780 1,082,110 673,268
Long-term debt US$ in thousands
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 1,722,050 1,418,700 1,353,420 2,021,930 1,879,930
Return on total capital 38.86% 36.27% 93.60% 53.52% 35.81%

December 31, 2024 calculation

Return on total capital = EBIT ÷ (Long-term debt + Total stockholders’ equity)
= $669,141K ÷ ($—K + $1,722,050K)
= 38.86%

CH Robinson Worldwide Inc's return on total capital has shown a significant increase over the years, starting at 35.81% on December 31, 2020, and reaching a peak of 93.60% on December 31, 2022. This demonstrates the company's ability to effectively utilize its capital to generate returns for shareholders. However, the return on total capital decreased to 36.27% on December 31, 2023, and slightly increased to 38.86% on December 31, 2024. Overall, CH Robinson Worldwide Inc has maintained relatively strong returns on total capital, indicating efficient capital allocation and profitability.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024