ViaSat Inc (VSAT)

Return on assets (ROA)

Mar 31, 2025 Mar 31, 2024 Mar 31, 2023 Mar 31, 2022 Mar 31, 2021
Net income US$ in thousands -574,962 -1,068,900 -211,573 -2,202 16,545
Total assets US$ in thousands 15,448,800 16,329,400 7,730,340 6,389,350 5,349,470
ROA -3.72% -6.55% -2.74% -0.03% 0.31%

March 31, 2025 calculation

ROA = Net income ÷ Total assets
= $-574,962K ÷ $15,448,800K
= -3.72%

Based on the data provided, ViaSat Inc's return on assets (ROA) has shown a declining trend over the past five years. In March 2021, the ROA was at a relatively low but positive level of 0.31%. However, in the subsequent years, the ROA turned negative, indicating that the company's assets were not generating sufficient returns to cover its expenses and investments.

By March 2025, the company's ROA had decreased significantly to -3.72%, reflecting a continued deterioration in the company's ability to generate profits from its assets. This negative trend suggests that ViaSat Inc may be facing challenges in efficiently utilizing its assets to generate earnings for its shareholders. Investors and stakeholders should closely monitor the company's strategies and financial performance to assess the effectiveness of its asset management and profitability in the future.