Generac Holdings Inc (GNRC)

Return on assets (ROA)

Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019
Net income US$ in thousands 214,606 399,502 550,494 350,576 252,007
Total assets US$ in thousands 5,093,310 5,169,460 4,877,780 3,235,420 2,665,670
ROA 4.21% 7.73% 11.29% 10.84% 9.45%

December 31, 2023 calculation

ROA = Net income ÷ Total assets
= $214,606K ÷ $5,093,310K
= 4.21%

Generac Holdings Inc's Return on Assets (ROA) has exhibited a downward trend over the past five years. The ROA decreased from 9.50% in 2019 to 3.99% in 2023. This decline indicates that the company's ability to generate profits from its assets has weakened over time.

The ROA was particularly strong in 2021 at 10.94% and 2020 at 10.80%, suggesting that Generac was effectively utilizing its assets to generate profits during those years. However, there was a significant drop in ROA in 2022 to 6.78%, indicating a potential inefficiency in asset utilization.

Overall, the fluctuating ROA suggests that Generac Holdings Inc may need to focus on improving its asset management efficiency to enhance profitability in the future.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2023

Company name
Symbol
ROA
Generac Holdings Inc
GNRC
4.21%
Franklin Electric Co Inc
FELE
11.18%
Regal Beloit Corporation
RRX
-0.37%

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