Parker-Hannifin Corporation (PH)

Return on total capital

Jun 30, 2024 Jun 30, 2023 Jun 30, 2022 Jun 30, 2021 Jun 30, 2020
Earnings before interest and tax (EBIT) US$ in thousands 4,068,820 3,252,960 1,868,900 2,496,230 1,814,650
Long-term debt US$ in thousands 8,469,740 8,796,280 9,755,820 6,582,050 7,652,260
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 12,072,000 10,326,900 8,848,010 8,398,310 6,227,220
Return on total capital 19.81% 17.01% 10.05% 16.66% 13.07%

June 30, 2024 calculation

Return on total capital = EBIT ÷ (Long-term debt + Total stockholders’ equity)
= $4,068,820K ÷ ($8,469,740K + $12,072,000K)
= 19.81%

Parker-Hannifin Corporation's return on total capital has shown a positive trend over the past five years. The return on total capital increased from 13.07% in 2020 to 19.81% in 2024, indicating improved efficiency in utilizing both equity and debt to generate profits.

The company's return on total capital was relatively stable in 2021 and 2023, with figures of 16.66% and 17.01% respectively. However, there was a significant increase in 2022 to 10.05%, suggesting a temporary dip in profitability.

Overall, the trend indicates that Parker-Hannifin Corporation has been effectively managing its capital to generate returns for its shareholders and debt holders, with a notable improvement in 2024. This consistent improvement in return on total capital reflects positively on the company's financial performance and efficient capital allocation strategies.


Peer comparison

Jun 30, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Return on total capital
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
PH
19.81%
Barnes Group Inc
B
6.71%
Crane Company
CR
17.67%
Crane NXT Co
CXT
20.01%
Watts Water Technologies Inc
WTS
19.74%