GE Vernova LLC (GEV)

Return on total capital

Sep 30, 2024 Jun 30, 2024 Mar 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023
Earnings before interest and tax (EBIT) (ttm) US$ in thousands 503,000 868,000 334,000 19,000
Long-term debt US$ in thousands
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 9,504,000 9,067,000 8,974,000 8,968,000
Return on total capital 5.29% 9.57% 3.72% 0.21%

September 30, 2024 calculation

Return on total capital = EBIT (ttm) ÷ (Long-term debt + Total stockholders’ equity)
= $503,000K ÷ ($—K + $9,504,000K)
= 5.29%

Based on the available data, the return on total capital for GE Vernova LLC has shown volatility over the periods presented. In December 31, 2023, the return on total capital was a mere 0.21%, indicating a relatively low return compared to the overall capital employed. However, there was a significant improvement in performance by March 31, 2024, with a return of 3.72%, suggesting a better utilization of the total capital.

The trend continued to improve by June 30, 2024, reaching a return on total capital of 9.57%, signifying a substantial increase in efficiency and profitability. This peak performance might indicate successful investment strategies or operational improvements during that period.

However, by September 30, 2024, the return on total capital dipped to 5.29%, albeit still showing a positive return. This decrease could be due to various factors such as changes in market conditions, business decisions, or operational challenges.

Overall, the fluctuations in the return on total capital reflect the dynamic nature of GE Vernova LLC's financial performance and its ability to generate returns relative to the total capital invested in the business. Periodic monitoring and analysis of this metric can provide insights into the company's efficiency in managing its resources and generating profits.


Peer comparison

Sep 30, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Return on total capital
GE Vernova LLC
GEV
5.29%
Emerson Electric Company
EMR
-1.10%
GE Aerospace
GE
135.73%
Otis Worldwide Corp
OTIS
112.56%