Lancaster Colony Corporation (LANC)

Return on assets (ROA)

Jun 30, 2024 Jun 30, 2023 Jun 30, 2022 Jun 30, 2021 Jun 30, 2020
Net income US$ in thousands 158,613 111,286 89,586 142,332 136,983
Total assets US$ in thousands 1,206,930 1,112,990 1,090,370 1,101,280 993,353
ROA 13.14% 10.00% 8.22% 12.92% 13.79%

June 30, 2024 calculation

ROA = Net income ÷ Total assets
= $158,613K ÷ $1,206,930K
= 13.14%

Lancaster Colony Corporation's return on assets (ROA) has shown varying performance over the past five years. In the most recent period ending on June 30, 2024, the ROA was 13.14%, indicating that the company generated approximately 13.14 cents in profit for every dollar of assets it owns. This represents an improvement compared to the previous year (10.00%), suggesting more efficient asset utilization.

In earlier years, the ROA figures were 8.22% in 2022, 12.92% in 2021, and 13.79% in 2020. The fluctuation in ROA over these years reflects changes in the company's ability to generate profits relative to its asset base.

Overall, Lancaster Colony Corporation has demonstrated solid performance in terms of ROA, with the latest figure showing strength and improvement. However, it is essential to continue monitoring ROA over time to assess the company's ongoing efficiency in generating profits from its assets.


Peer comparison

Jun 30, 2024

Company name
Symbol
ROA
Lancaster Colony Corporation
LANC
13.14%
Kraft Heinz Co
KHC
3.16%
Lamb Weston Holdings Inc
LW
9.85%
Treehouse Foods Inc
THS
1.29%