Jack In The Box Inc (JACK)
Operating return on assets (Operating ROA)
| Sep 30, 2024 | Sep 30, 2023 | Sep 30, 2022 | Sep 30, 2021 | Sep 30, 2020 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating income | US$ in thousands | 82,536 | 278,753 | 248,270 | 289,946 | 230,584 |
| Total assets | US$ in thousands | 2,735,630 | 3,001,090 | 2,922,510 | 1,750,140 | 1,906,490 |
| Operating ROA | 3.02% | 9.29% | 8.50% | 16.57% | 12.09% |
September 30, 2024 calculation
Operating ROA = Operating income ÷ Total assets
= $82,536K ÷ $2,735,630K
= 3.02%
Jack In The Box Inc's operating return on assets (ROA) has fluctuated over the past five years, ranging from a low of 3.02% in 2024 to a high of 16.57% in 2021. The downward trend in operating ROA from 2021 to 2024 indicates a decrease in the company's ability to generate profits from its assets through its core operations. This decline may be attributed to various factors such as changes in operating efficiency, cost structure, revenue growth, or asset utilization.
The significant drop in operating ROA from 2021 to 2024 suggests that Jack In The Box Inc may be facing challenges in maintaining profitability relative to its asset base. Investors and stakeholders may need to closely monitor the company's operational performance and management strategies to ensure sustainable and profitable growth in the future.
Peer comparison
Sep 30, 2024