Post Holdings Inc (POST)

Return on assets (ROA)

Sep 30, 2024 Sep 30, 2023 Sep 30, 2022 Sep 30, 2021 Sep 30, 2020
Net income US$ in thousands 366,700 301,300 756,600 166,700 800
Total assets US$ in thousands 12,854,200 11,646,700 11,308,000 12,414,700 12,146,700
ROA 2.85% 2.59% 6.69% 1.34% 0.01%

September 30, 2024 calculation

ROA = Net income ÷ Total assets
= $366,700K ÷ $12,854,200K
= 2.85%

Post Holdings Inc's return on assets (ROA) has fluctuated over the past five years. In 2024, the ROA was 2.85%, showing a slight increase from the previous year's 2.59%. The significant decrease from 6.69% in 2022 to 1.34% in 2021 is notable, indicating potential operational challenges or investments impacting profitability during that period. The substantial improvement from 2020, where the ROA was 0.01%, to 2021 suggests a positive turnaround in asset utilization and efficiency. Overall, Post Holdings Inc's ROA performance indicates varying levels of efficiency in generating profits from its assets over the years, with a recent uptick in 2024.


Peer comparison

Sep 30, 2024