Owens & Minor Inc (OMI)
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 | -5,786 | 112,909 | 139,135 | 324,844 | 184,074 |
| Long-term debt | US$ in thousands | — | — | — | — | — |
| Total stockholders’ equity | US$ in thousands | 565,226 | 924,166 | 945,604 | 938,501 | 712,054 |
| Return on total capital | -1.02% | 12.22% | 14.71% | 34.61% | 25.85% |
December 31, 2024 calculation
Return on total capital = EBIT ÷ (Long-term debt + Total stockholders’ equity)
= $-5,786K ÷ ($—K + $565,226K)
= -1.02%
Owens & Minor Inc's return on total capital has exhibited varying trends over the five-year period from 2020 to 2024. The return on total capital increased from 25.85% in 2020 to 34.61% in 2021, indicating strong performance during that period. However, there was a noticeable decline in 2022, with the return on total capital dropping to 14.71%. This downward trend continued into 2023, where the return on total capital decreased further to 12.22%.
The most significant change occurred in 2024, where Owens & Minor Inc's return on total capital turned negative, standing at -1.02%. This negative return on total capital in 2024 suggests that the company's capital may not have been effectively utilized to generate profits, potentially indicating operational challenges or financial difficulties.
Overall, the fluctuating pattern of Owens & Minor Inc's return on total capital highlights the importance of closely monitoring the company's capital management strategies and operational performance to ensure sustainable profitability and value creation for stakeholders.
Peer comparison
Dec 31, 2024