Metallus, Inc (MTUS)
Profitability ratios
Return on sales
| Dec 31, 2024 | Dec 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gross profit margin | 9.01% | 13.69% | 7.76% | 15.10% | 1.88% |
| Operating profit margin | 0.92% | 7.48% | 8.59% | 16.19% | -5.55% |
| Pretax margin | 0.42% | 7.08% | 7.44% | 14.11% | -7.31% |
| Net profit margin | 0.12% | 5.09% | 4.99% | 13.66% | -7.45% |
Metallus, Inc's gross profit margin has shown significant fluctuations over the past five years, ranging from a low of 1.88% in 2020 to a high of 15.10% in 2021. However, there was a decrease in 2022 to 7.76%, followed by an improvement in 2023 to 13.69%, then a slight decline to 9.01% in 2024.
In terms of operating profit margin, the company experienced negative margins in 2020, but there has been an improvement since then, with the margin increasing to 16.19% in 2021. However, there was a slight decline in 2024 to 0.92%.
The pretax margin for Metallus, Inc was negative in 2020, but the company managed to turn it around in 2021 with a margin of 14.11%. The margin dipped in 2022 and 2023 to 7.44% and 7.08% respectively, and fell significantly in 2024 to only 0.42%.
Looking at the net profit margin, the company has shown improvement from a negative margin in 2020 to a positive margin of 13.66% in 2021. However, there have been fluctuations in the following years, with margins decreasing to 4.99% in 2022 and 5.09% in 2023, and dropping significantly to 0.12% in 2024.
Overall, the profitability ratios of Metallus, Inc exhibit volatility and varying trends over the years, reflecting fluctuations in the company's ability to generate profits relative to its revenue and expenses.
Return on investment
| Dec 31, 2024 | Dec 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating return on assets (Operating ROA) | 0.90% | 8.67% | 10.36% | 17.49% | -4.64% |
| Return on assets (ROA) | 0.12% | 5.90% | 6.02% | 14.76% | -6.23% |
| Return on total capital | 1.03% | 13.18% | 14.23% | 27.48% | -9.56% |
| Return on equity (ROE) | 0.19% | 9.49% | 9.48% | 25.73% | -12.20% |
The profitability ratios of Metallus, Inc show fluctuating performance over the years.
1. Operating Return on Assets (Operating ROA):
- There was a significant improvement in 2021 with a substantial increase to 17.49% from a negative value in 2020.
- The ratio decreased in the following years, settling at 8.67% in 2023 and dropping further to 0.90% in 2024, indicating a decline in operational efficiency.
2. Return on Assets (ROA):
- ROA also reflected a similar trend, starting with a negative value of -6.23% in 2020, improving to 14.76% in 2021, and then gradually declining to 0.12% in 2024.
- The overall performance is less favorable compared to the Operating ROA, as it includes non-operating items that may have impacted profitability.
3. Return on Total Capital:
- This ratio saw a significant increase in 2021 to 27.48%, indicating a strong return on the total capital employed by the company.
- However, the ratio decreased in the subsequent years, reaching 1.03% in 2024, signifying a decline in the overall return on capital.
4. Return on Equity (ROE):
- ROE exhibited a similar pattern to ROA, with a negative value of -12.20% in 2020, followed by a substantial increase to 25.73% in 2021.
- The ratio gradually decreased in the following years, eventually reaching 0.19% in 2024, showcasing a decrease in the return generated for shareholders' equity.
Overall, the profitability ratios of Metallus, Inc suggest varying performance levels over the years, with improvements followed by declines in profitability metrics. It is essential for the company to closely monitor these ratios to ensure sustained profitability and efficiency in operations.