Darling Ingredients Inc (DAR)
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 | 468,217 | 949,726 | 1,029,070 | 884,470 | 430,936 |
| Total assets | US$ in thousands | 10,070,500 | 11,061,100 | 9,202,370 | 6,133,730 | 5,613,330 |
| Operating ROA | 4.65% | 8.59% | 11.18% | 14.42% | 7.68% |
December 31, 2024 calculation
Operating ROA = Operating income ÷ Total assets
= $468,217K ÷ $10,070,500K
= 4.65%
Darling Ingredients Inc's operating return on assets (ROA) has exhibited fluctuations over the years. It increased significantly from 7.68% on December 31, 2020, to 14.42% on December 31, 2021, indicating improved operational efficiency and profitability. However, in 2022, the operating ROA decreased to 11.18%, suggesting a potential decline in asset productivity or profitability. Subsequently, by December 31, 2023, the operating ROA further decreased to 8.59%, reflecting continued challenges in maintaining profitability. The most recent figure, as of December 31, 2024, stands at 4.65%, indicating a significant drop in operating ROA, which may raise concerns about the company's ability to generate returns from its assets efficiently.
Peer comparison
Dec 31, 2024