Silgan Holdings Inc (SLGN)

Return on total capital

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Earnings before interest and tax (EBIT) US$ in thousands 514,039 122,000 701,246 596,081 550,917
Long-term debt US$ in thousands
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 1,989,580 1,889,360 1,718,300 1,562,700 1,252,900
Return on total capital 25.84% 6.46% 40.81% 38.14% 43.97%

December 31, 2024 calculation

Return on total capital = EBIT ÷ (Long-term debt + Total stockholders’ equity)
= $514,039K ÷ ($—K + $1,989,580K)
= 25.84%

Silgan Holdings Inc's return on total capital has displayed fluctuations over the years. In 2020, the return on total capital stood at an impressive 43.97%, indicating the company generated significant profits relative to its total capital employed. Subsequently, in 2021 and 2022, the return on total capital remained relatively strong at 38.14% and 40.81% respectively, suggesting continued efficiency in capital utilization.

However, there was a significant decline in the return on total capital in 2023, dropping to 6.46%. This sharp decrease may indicate challenges in generating profits compared to the capital invested during that period. Nevertheless, there was a partial recovery in 2024, with the return on total capital improving to 25.84%.

Overall, Silgan Holdings Inc's return on total capital has experienced fluctuations, reflecting varying levels of profitability relative to total capital employed in different years. Investors and stakeholders should closely monitor these metrics to assess the company's financial performance and capital efficiency over time.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Return on total capital
Silgan Holdings Inc
SLGN
25.84%
Ball Corporation
BALL
13.96%
Crown Holdings Inc
CCK
12.01%