Viper Energy Ut (VNOM)

Return on assets (ROA)

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
Net income (ttm) US$ in thousands 359,245 206,150 235,832 209,481 200,088 288,357 288,925 292,284 386,358 280,582 218,185 188,883 57,822 -9,262 -26,796 -53,155 -192,304 -162,394 -153,711 -129,715
Total assets US$ in thousands 5,069,040 4,206,010 3,900,420 4,012,570 3,974,090 3,143,370 2,967,040 3,019,740 2,920,370 2,985,760 2,971,980 3,001,080 3,034,020 2,482,470 2,450,160 2,441,800 2,461,380 2,600,700 2,624,270 2,679,480
ROA 7.09% 4.90% 6.05% 5.22% 5.03% 9.17% 9.74% 9.68% 13.23% 9.40% 7.34% 6.29% 1.91% -0.37% -1.09% -2.18% -7.81% -6.24% -5.86% -4.84%

December 31, 2024 calculation

ROA = Net income (ttm) ÷ Total assets
= $359,245K ÷ $5,069,040K
= 7.09%

The return on assets (ROA) for Viper Energy Ut shows a fluctuating trend over the reported periods. The ROA was in negative territory from March 31, 2020, to December 31, 2021, indicating that the company was generating a net loss relative to its assets during these periods. However, starting from March 31, 2022, the ROA turned positive and showed a consistent improvement over the subsequent quarters, reaching its peak at 13.23% on December 31, 2022.

After hitting the highest point in December 2022, the ROA experienced a slight decline but remained relatively strong, staying above 5% up to December 31, 2024. This positive trend in ROA from March 2022 onwards signifies that the company has been able to generate higher profits relative to its assets, indicating improved asset utilization and operational efficiency.

Overall, the trend in ROA demonstrates a significant turnaround for Viper Energy Ut, transitioning from periods of losses to sustained profitability and increasing returns on its assets, showcasing potential improvements in operational performance and financial health.