Verisk Analytics Inc (VRSK)

Operating return on assets (Operating ROA)

		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	Dec 31, 2019	Sep 30, 2019	Jun 30, 2019	Mar 31, 2019
Operating income (ttm)	US$ in thousands	1,131,700	1,163,700	1,136,200	1,077,800	1,406,500	1,228,700	1,264,000	1,283,800	911,400	975,500	962,000	954,300	956,200	994,000	788,100	746,700	696,800	706,400	848,000	842,000
Total assets	US$ in thousands	4,366,100	4,363,900	4,315,700	4,190,000	6,961,100	6,974,600	7,508,900	8,159,000	7,808,100	7,662,500	7,713,600	7,810,500	7,561,800	7,219,600	7,007,900	6,928,100	7,055,200	6,289,100	6,234,000	6,341,100
Operating ROA		25.92%	26.67%	26.33%	25.72%	20.21%	17.62%	16.83%	15.73%	11.67%	12.73%	12.47%	12.22%	12.65%	13.77%	11.25%	10.78%	9.88%	11.23%	13.60%	13.28%

December 31, 2023 calculation

Operating ROA = Operating income (ttm) ÷ Total assets
= $1,131,700K ÷ $4,366,100K
= 25.92%

Verisk Analytics Inc's operating return on assets (ROA) has exhibited a consistent upward trend throughout the quarters of 2022 and 2023. The operating ROA increased from 12.45% in Q1 2022 to 25.92% in Q4 2023. This indicates that the company has been effectively generating profit from its operational assets over time.

The significant improvement in operating ROA reflects the company's efficient management of its assets to generate profits. Verisk Analytics Inc's ability to maintain a high operating ROA signifies operational efficiency and effectiveness in utilizing its assets to generate income.

The steadily increasing trend in operating ROA indicates the company's focus on improving operational performance and profitability. This positive trend may be attributed to effective cost management, revenue growth, and optimized asset utilization.

Overall, the consistent increase in Verisk Analytics Inc's operating ROA demonstrates the company's ability to generate profit from its operational assets efficiently and indicates a positive outlook for its financial performance.