Juniper Networks Inc (JNPR)
Return on total capital
| Dec 31, 2024 | Dec 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings before interest and tax (EBIT) | US$ in thousands | 379,300 | 470,100 | 539,300 | 360,900 | 342,200 |
| Long-term debt | US$ in thousands | — | — | — | — | — |
| Total stockholders’ equity | US$ in thousands | 4,784,200 | 4,492,700 | 4,475,100 | 4,316,900 | 4,543,500 |
| Return on total capital | 7.93% | 10.46% | 12.05% | 8.36% | 7.53% |
December 31, 2024 calculation
Return on total capital = EBIT ÷ (Long-term debt + Total stockholders’ equity)
= $379,300K ÷ ($—K + $4,784,200K)
= 7.93%
The return on total capital for Juniper Networks Inc has shown a varying trend over the past five years. Starting at 7.53% on December 31, 2020, it increased to 8.36% by December 31, 2021. The trend continued upwards reaching 12.05% by December 31, 2022, signifying a significant improvement in profitability. However, there was a slight decrease to 10.46% by December 31, 2023, before dropping to 7.93% by December 31, 2024.
Overall, the return on total capital for Juniper Networks Inc has demonstrated fluctuation with periods of growth and decline. The company's ability to generate returns on its total capital has been mixed, and further analysis may be needed to understand the factors driving these changes.
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Dec 31, 2024