Kohl's Corporation (KSS)

Operating return on assets (Operating ROA)

Jan 31, 2025 Feb 3, 2024 Jan 31, 2024 Jan 31, 2023 Jan 28, 2023
Operating income US$ in thousands 433,000 717,000 717,000 246,000 246,000
Total assets US$ in thousands 13,559,000 14,009,000 14,009,000 14,345,000 14,345,000
Operating ROA 3.19% 5.12% 5.12% 1.71% 1.71%

January 31, 2025 calculation

Operating ROA = Operating income ÷ Total assets
= $433,000K ÷ $13,559,000K
= 3.19%

Kohl's Corporation's operating return on assets (operating ROA) has displayed fluctuations over the past few years. The data indicates that in January 2023 and February 2024, the operating ROA was consistent at 1.71% and 5.12% respectively. However, there was a notable improvement in January 2024, where the operating ROA increased to 5.12%, but then decreased to 3.19% in January 2025. These fluctuations suggest varying levels of operational efficiency and profitability in utilizing the company's assets to generate operating income. Further analysis and comparison with industry benchmarks may provide insights into Kohl's performance and competitive position.


Peer comparison

Jan 31, 2025

Company name
Symbol
Operating ROA
Kohl's Corporation
KSS
3.19%
Burlington Stores Inc
BURL
-28.68%
Macy’s Inc
M
5.54%