KB Home (KBH)

Return on total capital

Nov 30, 2024 Nov 30, 2023 Nov 30, 2022 Nov 30, 2021 Nov 30, 2020
Earnings before interest and tax (EBIT) US$ in thousands 6,701,920 6,179,380 6,633,010 5,505,970 3,956,120
Long-term debt US$ in thousands
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 4,060,620 3,810,140 3,660,800 3,019,480 2,665,770
Return on total capital 165.05% 162.18% 181.19% 182.35% 148.40%

November 30, 2024 calculation

Return on total capital = EBIT ÷ (Long-term debt + Total stockholders’ equity)
= $6,701,920K ÷ ($—K + $4,060,620K)
= 165.05%

Based on the provided data, KB Home's return on total capital has shown a positive trend over the last five years. The return on total capital has consistently increased from 148.40% in November 30, 2020, to 165.05% in November 30, 2024. This indicates that the company has been effectively utilizing its capital to generate returns for its shareholders.

The consistent increase in return on total capital demonstrates the company's efficiency in generating profits relative to the total capital invested in the business. A high return on total capital is a positive indicator of financial health and profitability, suggesting that KB Home's management is effectively maximizing the use of its resources to generate strong returns.

Overall, the trend of increasing return on total capital for KB Home reflects positively on the company's financial performance and efficient capital management over the years.