SunCoke Energy Inc (SXC)
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 | 151,900 | 125,100 | 152,800 | 108,700 | 75,400 |
| Long-term debt | US$ in thousands | — | — | — | — | — |
| Total stockholders’ equity | US$ in thousands | 680,200 | 614,200 | 585,600 | 498,100 | 469,000 |
| Return on total capital | 22.33% | 20.37% | 26.09% | 21.82% | 16.08% |
December 31, 2024 calculation
Return on total capital = EBIT ÷ (Long-term debt + Total stockholders’ equity)
= $151,900K ÷ ($—K + $680,200K)
= 22.33%
SunCoke Energy Inc's return on total capital has shown an upward trend over the past five years, increasing from 16.08% in 2020 to 22.33% in 2024. This indicates that the company has been generating more value from its total capital employed over the years. The significant improvement in 2022 to 26.09% suggests that the company may have implemented more efficient capital allocation strategies or improved operational performance. However, the slight decrease in 2023 to 20.37% could indicate some challenges or fluctuations in the company's profitability. Overall, the rising trend in return on total capital reflects positively on SunCoke Energy Inc's ability to generate returns for its capital providers and investors.
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Dec 31, 2024