Vistra Energy Corp (VST)
Operating return on assets (Operating ROA)
| Dec 31, 2024 | Dec 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating income | US$ in thousands | 4,081,000 | 2,661,000 | -1,118,000 | -1,267,000 | 1,519,000 |
| Total assets | US$ in thousands | 37,770,000 | 32,966,000 | 32,787,000 | 29,683,000 | 25,208,000 |
| Operating ROA | 10.80% | 8.07% | -3.41% | -4.27% | 6.03% |
December 31, 2024 calculation
Operating ROA = Operating income ÷ Total assets
= $4,081,000K ÷ $37,770,000K
= 10.80%
Operating ROA for Vistra Energy Corp has varied over the past five years. In December 2020, the operating ROA stood at 6.03%, indicating that the company generated a 6.03% return on its assets from its core operations. However, there was a downturn in performance in December 2021 and December 2022, with the operating ROA falling to -4.27% and -3.41% respectively, reflecting operating losses relative to its asset base.
The trend reversed in December 2023 when the operating ROA rebounded to 8.07%, indicating a strong performance in generating returns from operations relative to assets. This positive momentum continued into December 2024, with the operating ROA further improving to 10.80%, signaling enhanced efficiency in utilizing assets to generate operating income.
Overall, fluctuations in Vistra Energy Corp's operating ROA over the past five years highlight the company's ability to navigate challenges and capitalize on opportunities to improve operational efficiency and profitability.
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Dec 31, 2024