J & J Snack Foods Corp (JJSF)

Fixed asset turnover

Sep 30, 2024 Jun 30, 2024 Mar 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Sep 30, 2023 Jun 30, 2023 Mar 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Sep 30, 2022 Jun 30, 2022 Mar 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Sep 30, 2021 Jun 30, 2021 Mar 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Sep 30, 2020 Jun 30, 2020 Mar 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019
Revenue (ttm) US$ in thousands 1,574,195 1,591,295 1,577,096 1,555,214 1,558,807 1,515,372 1,469,840 1,413,499 1,380,643 1,303,210 1,247,323 1,221,979 1,144,477 1,074,048 964,265 980,132 1,022,046 1,081,059 1,193,204 1,197,472
Property, plant and equipment US$ in thousands 391,185 394,159 392,030 391,073 385,903 371,341 358,117 353,370 335,367 318,574 277,899 270,994 267,187 258,918 255,697 259,214 261,616 264,713 269,161 263,630
Fixed asset turnover 4.02 4.04 4.02 3.98 4.04 4.08 4.10 4.00 4.12 4.09 4.49 4.51 4.28 4.15 3.77 3.78 3.91 4.08 4.43 4.54

September 30, 2024 calculation

Fixed asset turnover = Revenue (ttm) ÷ Property, plant and equipment
= $1,574,195K ÷ $391,185K
= 4.02

The fixed asset turnover ratio for J & J Snack Foods Corp has shown some fluctuations over the past few quarters. The ratio measures the efficiency with which the company is utilizing its fixed assets to generate revenue. A higher fixed asset turnover ratio indicates that the company is effectively using its fixed assets to generate sales.

From the data provided, we observe that the fixed asset turnover ratio has generally been above 4, indicating that J & J Snack Foods Corp is efficiently utilizing its fixed assets to generate revenue. There have been some minor fluctuations in the ratio over the quarters, with the ratio ranging from 3.77 to 4.54. Overall, the company has maintained a relatively stable and strong performance in terms of utilizing its fixed assets efficiently.

It is worth noting the significant increase in the fixed asset turnover ratio in the first quarter of 2022, where it peaked at 4.49 and 4.51 in the following quarter. This substantial improvement suggests a significant enhancement in the company's asset utilization efficiency during that period.

In conclusion, based on the trend of the fixed asset turnover ratio, J & J Snack Foods Corp appears to be effectively managing its fixed assets to drive revenue generation. However, further analysis and comparison with industry benchmarks could provide more insights into the company's competitive position and operational efficiency.