REX American Resources Corporation (REX)
Profitability ratios
Return on sales
| Jan 31, 2024 | Jan 31, 2023 | Jan 31, 2022 | Jan 31, 2021 | Jan 31, 2020 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gross profit margin | 11.79% | 5.68% | 12.59% | 5.24% | 4.88% |
| Operating profit margin | 7.63% | 2.36% | 8.20% | -6.63% | -1.62% |
| Pretax margin | 10.02% | 4.36% | 9.21% | 0.66% | 1.30% |
| Net profit margin | 7.31% | 3.24% | 6.76% | 0.81% | 1.78% |
The profitability ratios of REX American Resources Corporation have shown notable fluctuation over the past five years. The gross profit margin, representing the percentage of revenue retained after accounting for the cost of goods sold, has varied between 4.88% and 12.59%. This suggests that the company's ability to control production costs and pricing has been inconsistent.
Moving on to the operating profit margin, which indicates the percentage of revenue remaining after deducting operating expenses, it has ranged from -1.62% to 8.20%. This ratio reflects the company's efficiency in managing its core business activities, with fluctuations potentially signaling volatility in operational effectiveness.
The pretax margin, representing the percentage of revenue remaining after accounting for all expenses except taxes, has fluctuated between 0.66% and 10.02%. This ratio provides insight into the overall profitability of the company before tax obligations, showing variability in REX American Resources Corporation's ability to generate profits before tax expenses.
Lastly, the net profit margin, which reflects the percentage of revenue remaining after all expenses are deducted, has varied from 0.81% to 7.31%. This metric is crucial as it indicates the company's bottom-line profitability, with fluctuations pointing to changes in the company's ability to generate profits after all expenses, including taxes.
Overall, the profitability ratios of REX American Resources Corporation demonstrate significant variability over the past five years, reflecting fluctuations in operational efficiency, cost management, and overall profitability. Analyzing these ratios over time can provide valuable insights into the company's financial performance and potential areas for improvement.
Return on investment
| Jan 31, 2024 | Jan 31, 2023 | Jan 31, 2022 | Jan 31, 2021 | Jan 31, 2020 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating return on assets (Operating ROA) | 9.57% | 3.48% | 11.54% | -5.15% | -1.35% |
| Return on assets (ROA) | 9.17% | 4.78% | 9.51% | 0.63% | 1.48% |
| Return on total capital | 12.37% | 4.51% | 14.75% | -6.42% | -1.69% |
| Return on equity (ROE) | 11.86% | 6.18% | 12.16% | 0.78% | 1.85% |
The profitability ratios of REX American Resources Corporation show mixed performance over the past five years.
1. Operating return on assets (Operating ROA) has fluctuated, with a peak of 11.54% in 2022 and a low of -5.15% in 2021. The ratio improved significantly in 2024, reaching 9.57%.
2. Return on assets (ROA) has also varied, with the highest point being 9.51% in 2022 and a significant decline to 0.63% in 2021. In 2024, ROA increased to 9.17%, indicating a positive trend.
3. Return on total capital experienced fluctuations, peaking at 14.75% in 2022 and dropping to -6.42% in 2021. The ratio improved to 12.37% in 2024, indicating a recovery.
4. Return on equity (ROE) shows a similar trend, with the highest point at 12.16% in 2022 and a low of 0.78% in 2021. In 2024, ROE increased to 11.86%, reflecting positive growth.
Overall, REX American Resources Corporation's profitability ratios demonstrate variability in performance over the past five years, with improvements noted in 2024 across most ratios compared to the previous years. This suggests the company is making efforts to enhance its profitability and effectively utilize its assets and capital.