LGI Homes (LGIH)

Return on assets (ROA)

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Net income US$ in thousands 196,071 199,227 326,567 429,645 323,895
Total assets US$ in thousands 3,758,530 3,407,850 3,124,830 2,351,860 1,826,090
ROA 5.22% 5.85% 10.45% 18.27% 17.74%

December 31, 2024 calculation

ROA = Net income ÷ Total assets
= $196,071K ÷ $3,758,530K
= 5.22%

LGI Homes' return on assets (ROA) has displayed varying trends over the years. The ROA stood at 17.74% as of December 31, 2020, showing a strong performance. Subsequently, the ROA increased to 18.27% by December 31, 2021, indicating continued efficiency in asset utilization.

However, there was a noticeable decline in ROA to 10.45% by December 31, 2022, suggesting a potential decrease in the company's ability to generate profits from its assets efficiently. This was followed by a further decrease to 5.85% by December 31, 2023, indicating a continued downward trend in asset profitability.

By December 31, 2024, LGI Homes' ROA decreased even further to 5.22%, indicating a continued challenge in utilizing assets effectively to generate returns. Overall, the declining trend in ROA signals potential inefficiencies in the company's asset management and profitability over the years.