VeriSign Inc (VRSN)

Operating return on assets (Operating 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
Operating income (ttm)	US$ in thousands	1,058,200	1,050,700	1,035,700	1,018,200	1,000,600	989,800	972,300	959,600	943,100	919,700	904,200	881,200	866,800	849,207	834,556	828,336	824,200	818,259	817,226	812,139
Total assets	US$ in thousands	1,406,500	1,462,000	1,505,100	1,727,800	1,749,000	1,695,900	1,677,200	1,757,000	1,733,400	1,744,400	1,762,500	1,973,200	1,983,800	1,814,710	1,741,380	1,782,900	1,766,910	1,764,310	1,820,130	1,753,860
Operating ROA		75.24%	71.87%	68.81%	58.93%	57.21%	58.36%	57.97%	54.62%	54.41%	52.72%	51.30%	44.66%	43.69%	46.80%	47.92%	46.46%	46.65%	46.38%	44.90%	46.31%

December 31, 2024 calculation

Operating ROA = Operating income (ttm) ÷ Total assets
= $1,058,200K ÷ $1,406,500K
= 75.24%

VeriSign Inc's operating return on assets (operating ROA) has exhibited a positive upward trend over the specified periods, reflecting the company's ability to generate income relative to its asset base. The operating ROA started at 46.31% as of March 31, 2020, and generally increased quarter over quarter, reaching its peak at 75.24% by December 31, 2024.

The consistent improvement in operating ROA indicates that VeriSign Inc has been effectively utilizing its assets to drive operational performance and profitability. Higher operating ROA values typically suggest that the company is efficiently converting its investments in assets into operating income.

Investors and stakeholders often view a rising operating ROA positively as it signifies a potentially healthier and more profitable company. However, it is essential to consider other financial metrics and industry benchmarks to get a comprehensive understanding of VeriSign Inc's overall financial health and performance.