Hawkins Inc (HWKN)

Operating return on assets (Operating ROA)

Mar 31, 2024 Mar 31, 2023 Mar 31, 2022 Mar 31, 2021 Mar 31, 2020
Operating income US$ in thousands 104,036 88,150 71,194 55,878 41,671
Total assets US$ in thousands 657,934 590,535 567,328 472,550 389,328
Operating ROA 15.81% 14.93% 12.55% 11.82% 10.70%

March 31, 2024 calculation

Operating ROA = Operating income ÷ Total assets
= $104,036K ÷ $657,934K
= 15.81%

Over the five-year period from March 31, 2020, to March 31, 2024, Hawkins Inc's operating return on assets (operating ROA) has shown a consistent upward trend, indicating an improvement in the company's efficiency in generating profits from its assets. The operating ROA increased from 10.70% in 2020 to 15.81% in 2024.

This consistent improvement in operating ROA suggests that Hawkins Inc has been able to effectively utilize its assets to generate operating profits. It indicates that the company's management has been successful in increasing operational efficiency and optimizing the utilization of its assets to enhance profitability.

The rising trend in operating ROA also signifies that Hawkins Inc has been able to effectively manage its operating expenses and generate higher operating income relative to its total assets. This improved efficiency in generating profits from its assets bodes well for the company's financial performance and sustainability in the long run.

Overall, the increasing trend in Hawkins Inc's operating ROA reflects positively on the company's operational effectiveness and efficiency in generating returns for its shareholders. It indicates a sound operational performance and effective asset management by the company over the five-year period.


Peer comparison

Mar 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Operating ROA
Hawkins Inc
HWKN
15.81%
Ashland Global Holdings Inc
ASH
2.90%