Guidewire Software Inc (GWRE)

Return on assets (ROA)

Jul 31, 2024 Jul 31, 2023 Jul 31, 2022 Jul 31, 2021 Jul 31, 2020
Net income US$ in thousands -6,103 -111,855 -180,431 -66,507 -27,198
Total assets US$ in thousands 2,226,290 2,027,890 2,266,900 2,321,840 2,364,850
ROA -0.27% -5.52% -7.96% -2.86% -1.15%

July 31, 2024 calculation

ROA = Net income ÷ Total assets
= $-6,103K ÷ $2,226,290K
= -0.27%

The return on assets (ROA) of Guidewire Software Inc has experienced fluctuations over the past five years, ranging from -7.96% to -0.27%. The negative values indicate that the company is generating lower profits relative to its total assets.

The ROA of -7.96% in July 31, 2022, reflects a significant decline in profitability, possibly due to operational inefficiencies or challenges faced by the company during that period.

Despite the negative trend, the ROA improved slightly to -5.52% in July 31, 2023, suggesting some level of recovery or adjustments made by the company to enhance its asset utilization.

By July 31, 2024, the ROA further increased to -0.27%, indicating a potential turnaround in the company's profitability as it approached breakeven levels.

Overall, the fluctuating ROA figures for Guidewire Software Inc depict a mixed performance in utilizing its assets to generate profits, indicating a need for continued strategic efforts to improve overall financial efficiency.