Chart Industries Inc (GTLS)
Profitability ratios
Return on sales
| Dec 31, 2024 | Dec 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gross profit margin | 33.38% | 31.03% | 25.27% | 24.60% | 28.21% |
| Operating profit margin | 15.56% | 11.65% | 9.40% | 6.72% | 9.19% |
| Pretax margin | 7.66% | 1.73% | 6.13% | 5.62% | 8.60% |
| Net profit margin | 5.25% | 1.41% | 5.15% | 4.49% | 6.99% |
Chart Industries Inc's profitability ratios have shown mixed performance over the past five years.
- Gross profit margin has fluctuated, decreasing from 28.21% in 2020 to 24.60% in 2021, then recovering slightly to 25.27% in 2022, and further improving to 31.03% in 2023 and 33.38% in 2024. This indicates that the company has been able to improve its ability to generate profits from sales over time.
- Operating profit margin declined from 9.19% in 2020 to 6.72% in 2021 before rebounding to 9.40% in 2022, 11.65% in 2023, and 15.56% in 2024. This shows that Chart Industries Inc has been able to increase its operational efficiency and control costs more effectively in recent years.
- Pretax margin dropped significantly from 8.60% in 2020 to 5.62% in 2021 and 6.13% in 2022. However, it experienced a sharp decline to 1.73% in 2023 and then recovered to 7.66% in 2024. This may indicate challenges in managing pre-tax earnings in 2023, followed by a strong performance in 2024.
- Net profit margin also decreased notably from 6.99% in 2020 to 4.49% in 2021 and 5.15% in 2022. It then plummeted to 1.41% in 2023 before rebounding to 5.25% in 2024. The fluctuation in net profit margin suggests variability in the company's ability to generate profits after accounting for all expenses.
Overall, while there have been fluctuations in profitability ratios, the general trend shows improvements in profitability performance from 2022 onwards, with significant increases in gross, operating, pretax, and net profit margins in 2023 and 2024 compared to the previous years. This indicates potential enhancements in revenue generation, cost management, and overall profitability for Chart Industries Inc.
Return on investment
| Dec 31, 2024 | Dec 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating return on assets (Operating ROA) | 7.10% | 4.29% | 2.57% | 2.91% | 4.18% |
| Return on assets (ROA) | 2.39% | 0.52% | 1.41% | 1.94% | 3.18% |
| Return on total capital | 22.87% | 12.46% | 4.87% | 5.73% | 6.74% |
| Return on equity (ROE) | 7.72% | 1.70% | 3.09% | 3.64% | 5.17% |
Chart Industries Inc's profitability ratios have shown some fluctuations over the years.
The Operating Return on Assets (Operating ROA) declined from 4.18% in 2020 to 2.57% in 2022 before experiencing an increase to 7.10% in 2024. This ratio measures how efficiently the company generates operating income from its assets.
The Return on Assets (ROA) decreased from 3.18% in 2020 to 0.52% in 2023 before recovering slightly to 2.39% in 2024. ROA indicates the company's ability to generate profits from its total assets.
The Return on Total Capital saw variations, with a decrease from 6.74% in 2020 to 4.87% in 2022, followed by significant increases to 12.46% in 2023 and 22.87% in 2024. This ratio reflects the company's efficiency in generating returns from both debt and equity capital.
The Return on Equity (ROE) trended downward from 5.17% in 2020 to 1.70% in 2023, then increased to 7.72% in 2024. ROE demonstrates how well the company is utilizing shareholders' equity to generate profits.
Overall, the company's profitability ratios have shown mixed performance, with improvements in some areas in the later years, suggesting that Chart Industries Inc is working towards enhancing its profitability and efficiency.