Ollie's Bargain Outlet Hldg (OLLI)

Return on total capital

Jan 31, 2025 Feb 3, 2024 Jan 31, 2024 Jan 31, 2023 Jan 28, 2023
Earnings before interest and tax (EBIT) US$ in thousands 249,503 227,799 242,485 133,883 130,918
Long-term debt US$ in thousands 0 0
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 1,695,310 1,508,230 1,508,230 1,362,070 1,362,070
Return on total capital 14.72% 15.10% 16.08% 9.83% 9.61%

January 31, 2025 calculation

Return on total capital = EBIT ÷ (Long-term debt + Total stockholders’ equity)
= $249,503K ÷ ($—K + $1,695,310K)
= 14.72%

Based on the provided data, the return on total capital for Ollie's Bargain Outlet Hldg has shown a fluctuating trend over the analyzed period. It started at 9.61% on January 28, 2023, increased to 9.83% by January 31, 2023, and then experienced a significant rise to 16.08% by January 31, 2024. However, there was a slight decrease to 15.10% on February 3, 2024, followed by a further decline to 14.72% by January 31, 2025.

This indicates that the company's ability to generate returns from its total capital has varied over time, with notable improvements and some fluctuations. It is important for stakeholders to continue monitoring this metric to assess the effectiveness of the company in utilizing its capital resources efficiently.