Marathon Digital Holdings Inc (MARA)

Operating return on assets (Operating ROA)

Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019
Operating income US$ in thousands 220,911 -673,543 -12,663 -9,818 -4,239
Total assets US$ in thousands 1,990,970 1,195,240 1,444,330 313,251 6,620
Operating ROA 11.10% -56.35% -0.88% -3.13% -64.03%

December 31, 2023 calculation

Operating ROA = Operating income ÷ Total assets
= $220,911K ÷ $1,990,970K
= 11.10%

Marathon Digital Holdings Inc's operating Return on Assets (ROA) has shown significant fluctuations over the past five years. In particular, the company experienced a notable improvement in its operating ROA from -56.35% in 2022 to 11.10% in 2023. This indicates a positive trend in the company's ability to generate operating income relative to its total assets in the most recent period.

However, it is worth noting that prior to 2023, Marathon Digital Holdings Inc struggled with negative operating ROA figures, with the lowest point being -64.03% in 2019. This suggests that the company faced challenges in efficiently utilizing its assets to generate operating income during those years.

Overall, the positive shift in operating ROA in 2023 demonstrates an improvement in the company's operational efficiency and profitability compared to previous years. Monitoring this ratio over time can provide insights into Marathon Digital Holdings Inc's effectiveness in managing its assets to generate operating income.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2023

Company name
Symbol
Operating ROA
Marathon Digital Holdings Inc
MARA
11.10%
Dolby Laboratories
DLB
8.31%
InterDigital Inc
IDCC
12.51%