Eaton Corporation PLC (ETN)

Fixed asset turnover

Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019
Revenue US$ in thousands 23,107,000 20,562,000 20,114,000 18,008,000 21,230,000
Property, plant and equipment US$ in thousands 3,530,000 3,146,000 3,064,000 2,964,000 3,496,000
Fixed asset turnover 6.55 6.54 6.56 6.08 6.07

December 31, 2023 calculation

Fixed asset turnover = Revenue ÷ Property, plant and equipment
= $23,107,000K ÷ $3,530,000K
= 6.55

The fixed asset turnover ratio for Eaton Corporation plc has been relatively stable over the past five years, ranging between 6.02 and 6.60 times. This ratio indicates that Eaton is effectively utilizing its fixed assets to generate sales revenue. A higher fixed asset turnover ratio suggests that the company is efficiently utilizing its fixed assets to generate revenue.

The slight fluctuations in the ratio over the years may be due to changes in the company's sales volume, asset base, or operational efficiency. Overall, the trend indicates a consistent and efficient use of fixed assets in generating sales for Eaton Corporation plc.

It is important for Eaton to continue monitoring and managing its fixed asset turnover ratio to ensure continued efficiency in utilizing its fixed assets for revenue generation.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2023

Company name
Symbol
Fixed asset turnover
Eaton Corporation PLC
ETN
6.55
Curtiss-Wright Corporation
CW
8.40
Enerpac Tool Group Corp
EPAC
14.63

See also:

Eaton Corporation PLC Net Fixed Asset Turnover