Tempur Sealy International Inc (TPX)

Return on total capital

Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019
Earnings before interest and tax (EBIT) US$ in thousands 601,400 677,700 889,100 528,400 349,900
Long-term debt US$ in thousands 1,502,600
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 333,400 -12,300 285,800 503,600 359,500
Return on total capital 180.38% 311.09% 104.92% 18.79%

December 31, 2023 calculation

Return on total capital = EBIT ÷ (Long-term debt + Total stockholders’ equity)
= $601,400K ÷ ($—K + $333,400K)
= 180.38%

Tempur Sealy International Inc's return on total capital has shown variation over the past five years. In 2021, the company achieved a high return of 34.86%, indicating efficient utilization of both equity and debt to generate profits. There was a slight decline in 2022 to 24.41%, but the return remained relatively strong. In 2023, the return decreased further to 20.97%, signaling a potential decrease in profitability or less effective capital allocation strategies compared to the previous year. However, it is essential to consider other factors such as changes in the business environment or investment decisions that may have influenced these fluctuations. Overall, the return on total capital for Tempur Sealy International Inc has generally been positive and reflective of its ability to generate earnings from its invested capital.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2023

Company name
Symbol
Return on total capital
Tempur Sealy International Inc
TPX
180.38%
La-Z-Boy Incorporated
LZB
15.03%
Leggett & Platt Incorporated
LEG
-2.72%