RPM International Inc (RPM)

Operating return on assets (Operating ROA)

May 31, 2024 May 31, 2023 May 31, 2022 May 31, 2021 May 31, 2020
Operating income US$ in thousands 601,216 510,777 452,576 488,570 261,060
Total assets US$ in thousands 6,586,540 6,782,000 6,707,710 6,252,970 5,630,950
Operating ROA 9.13% 7.53% 6.75% 7.81% 4.64%

May 31, 2024 calculation

Operating ROA = Operating income ÷ Total assets
= $601,216K ÷ $6,586,540K
= 9.13%

RPM International Inc's operating return on assets (operating ROA) has shown a positive trend over the past five years, increasing from 4.64% in 2020 to 9.13% in 2024. This indicates that the company has been able to generate more operating income relative to its total assets, reflecting improved operational efficiency and profitability.

The gradual improvement in operating ROA suggests that RPM International Inc has been effectively utilizing its assets to generate operating income over the years. The 2024 operating ROA of 9.13% is higher than the preceding years, indicating a stronger performance in converting assets into operating profits.

Overall, the increasing trend in operating ROA demonstrates that RPM International Inc has been successful in enhancing its operational performance and efficiency, which is favorable from an investor's perspective. This improvement may also signify effective management of costs, increased sales, or better asset utilization within the company.


Peer comparison

May 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Operating ROA
RPM International Inc
RPM
9.13%
Axalta Coating Systems Ltd
AXTA
8.08%
PPG Industries Inc
PPG
12.36%