Oceaneering International Inc (OII)

Return on total capital

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Earnings before interest and tax (EBIT) US$ in thousands 246,270 181,328 110,863 39,799 -446,079
Long-term debt US$ in thousands 482,009 477,058 700,973 702,067 805,251
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 714,259 628,020 519,741 504,961 552,094
Return on total capital 20.59% 16.41% 9.08% 3.30% -32.86%

December 31, 2024 calculation

Return on total capital = EBIT ÷ (Long-term debt + Total stockholders’ equity)
= $246,270K ÷ ($482,009K + $714,259K)
= 20.59%

Oceaneering International Inc's return on total capital has exhibited a positive trend over the past five years. Starting at a negative rate of -32.86% on December 31, 2020, the company significantly improved its performance and achieved a return of 20.59% by December 31, 2024. This indicates a consistent and commendable increase in the company's efficiency in generating returns from its total capital employed. The upward trajectory suggests that Oceaneering International Inc has been utilizing its capital more effectively over time, resulting in improved profitability and value creation for its stakeholders.