Teradata Corp (TDC)

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 193,000 147,000 91,000 86,000 3,000
Long-term debt US$ in thousands
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 133,000 135,000 258,000 460,000 400,000
Return on total capital 145.11% 108.89% 35.27% 18.70% 0.75%

December 31, 2024 calculation

Return on total capital = EBIT ÷ (Long-term debt + Total stockholders’ equity)
= $193,000K ÷ ($—K + $133,000K)
= 145.11%

Teradata Corp's return on total capital has shown a significant improvement over the years, reflecting increasing efficiency in generating returns from its capital investments. From a modest 0.75% in December 31, 2020, the return on total capital surged to 18.70% by December 31, 2021, indicating a notable growth in profitability. The trend continued with a substantial increase to 35.27% in December 31, 2022, and further escalated to 108.89% by December 31, 2023, reflecting a remarkable leap in capital efficiency. By December 31, 2024, Teradata Corp achieved an impressive return on total capital of 145.11%, underscoring the company's ability to generate significant profits relative to its invested capital. Overall, the trend suggests a strong performance in capital utilization, signaling positive prospects for the company's financial health and profitability.