Lancaster Colony Corporation (LANC)

Return on total capital

Jun 30, 2024 Jun 30, 2023 Jun 30, 2022 Jun 30, 2021 Jun 30, 2020
Earnings before interest and tax (EBIT) US$ in thousands 199,363 141,508 111,911 185,852 175,948
Long-term debt US$ in thousands
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 925,772 862,267 844,687 843,147 783,300
Return on total capital 21.53% 16.41% 13.25% 22.04% 22.46%

June 30, 2024 calculation

Return on total capital = EBIT ÷ (Long-term debt + Total stockholders’ equity)
= $199,363K ÷ ($—K + $925,772K)
= 21.53%

Lancaster Colony Corporation's return on total capital has exhibited fluctuations over the past five years. The company's return on total capital was 21.53% as of June 30, 2024, showing an improvement from the previous year's 16.41%. However, compared to two years ago, the return on total capital was lower at 13.25%. Notably, in both June 30, 2021, and June 30, 2020, the return on total capital was relatively high at 22.04% and 22.46%, respectively.

Overall, the company has shown the ability to generate a satisfactory return on its total capital over the years, with certain years outperforming others. It is important for Lancaster Colony Corporation to continue monitoring and managing its capital effectively to ensure sustainable returns for its stakeholders.


Peer comparison

Jun 30, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Return on total capital
Lancaster Colony Corporation
LANC
21.53%
Kraft Heinz Co
KHC
9.20%
Lamb Weston Holdings Inc
LW
59.59%
Treehouse Foods Inc
THS
5.05%