eBay Inc (EBAY)
Return on assets (ROA)
| Dec 31, 2024 | Dec 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net income | US$ in thousands | 1,975,000 | 2,767,000 | -1,269,000 | 13,608,000 | 5,667,000 |
| Total assets | US$ in thousands | 19,365,000 | 21,620,000 | 20,850,000 | 26,626,000 | 19,310,000 |
| ROA | 10.20% | 12.80% | -6.09% | 51.11% | 29.35% |
December 31, 2024 calculation
ROA = Net income ÷ Total assets
= $1,975,000K ÷ $19,365,000K
= 10.20%
Based on the provided data, eBay Inc's return on assets (ROA) has displayed significant fluctuations over the past five years. In December 2020, the ROA stood at 29.35%, indicating that for every dollar of assets, the company generated a return of 29.35 cents. This figure increased notably to 51.11% by December 2021, showcasing improved asset utilization efficiency and profitability.
However, in December 2022, eBay Inc's ROA turned negative at -6.09%, suggesting that the company incurred losses concerning its asset base during that period. The ROA recovered to 12.80% by December 2023, showing a partial rebound in asset productivity.
By December 2024, eBay Inc's ROA decreased to 10.20%, indicating a slight decline in the company's ability to generate profits from its assets compared to the previous year. Overall, the fluctuating trend in ROA over the years reflects varying levels of asset efficiency and profitability within eBay Inc's operations.
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Dec 31, 2024