Rush Enterprises A Inc (RUSHA)

Fixed asset turnover

Dec 31, 2024 Sep 30, 2024 Jun 30, 2024 Mar 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Sep 30, 2023 Jun 30, 2023 Mar 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Sep 30, 2022 Jun 30, 2022 Mar 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Sep 30, 2021 Jun 30, 2021 Mar 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Sep 30, 2020 Jun 30, 2020 Mar 31, 2020
Revenue (ttm) US$ in thousands 7,804,750 7,824,620 7,909,230 7,885,250 7,925,020 7,778,500 7,662,050 7,450,240 7,101,670 6,530,530 5,932,760 5,457,540 5,126,150 5,082,550 4,994,600 4,681,090 4,735,940 4,785,440 5,206,130 5,748,180
Property, plant and equipment US$ in thousands 1,615,640 1,568,060 1,522,810 1,501,070 1,488,090 1,474,660 1,441,050 1,404,570 1,368,590 1,351,970 1,347,750 1,265,600 1,278,210 1,166,190 1,179,310 1,183,440 1,203,720 1,227,280 1,251,880 1,276,060
Fixed asset turnover 4.83 4.99 5.19 5.25 5.33 5.27 5.32 5.30 5.19 4.83 4.40 4.31 4.01 4.36 4.24 3.96 3.93 3.90 4.16 4.50

December 31, 2024 calculation

Fixed asset turnover = Revenue (ttm) ÷ Property, plant and equipment
= $7,804,750K ÷ $1,615,640K
= 4.83

The fixed asset turnover ratio reflects the efficiency of Rush Enterprises A Inc in generating sales revenue from its investment in fixed assets. A higher fixed asset turnover ratio indicates that the company is utilizing its fixed assets more effectively to generate sales.

Analyzing the data provided, we observe a fluctuating trend in Rush Enterprises A Inc's fixed asset turnover ratio over the years. The ratio has generally shown an increasing pattern from March 31, 2020, to December 31, 2023, indicating improved efficiency in utilizing fixed assets to generate sales.

However, from March 31, 2024, to December 31, 2024, there is a slight decline in the fixed asset turnover ratio. This decrease may suggest a decrease in the company's effectiveness in utilizing its fixed assets to generate sales revenue during this period.

Overall, Rush Enterprises A Inc's fixed asset turnover ratio shows a generally positive trend, with some fluctuations in recent periods. It is essential for the company to continue monitoring and managing its fixed asset utilization efficiently to maintain or improve its operational efficiency and profitability.