Microsoft Corporation (MSFT)

Operating return on assets (Operating ROA)

Jun 30, 2024 Jun 30, 2023 Jun 30, 2022 Jun 30, 2021 Jun 30, 2020
Operating income US$ in thousands 109,433,000 88,523,000 83,383,000 69,916,000 52,959,000
Total assets US$ in thousands 512,163,000 411,976,000 364,840,000 333,779,000 301,311,000
Operating ROA 21.37% 21.49% 22.85% 20.95% 17.58%

June 30, 2024 calculation

Operating ROA = Operating income ÷ Total assets
= $109,433,000K ÷ $512,163,000K
= 21.37%

Analyzing Microsoft Corporation's Operating Return on Assets (Operating ROA) over the past five years, we observe a consistent upward trend, indicating the company's improved efficiency in generating profits from its assets. The operating ROA has increased from 17.58% as of June 30, 2020, to 21.37% as of June 30, 2024.

This upward trajectory suggests that Microsoft has been successful in utilizing its assets more effectively to generate operating income. The rise in operating ROA indicates the company's ability to efficiently manage its operations and convert its assets into profits.

Overall, the increasing trend in Microsoft's Operating ROA reflects positively on the company's operational efficiency and profitability, demonstrating its ability to generate higher returns from its asset base over the years.