Economic Value Added (EVA)
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Economic value added or economic profit is the difference between revenues and costs,where costs include not only expenses, but also cost of capital.
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Economic Profit
DoorDash, Inc., economic profit calculation
US$ in millions
| 12 months ended: | Dec 31, 2025 | Dec 31, 2024 | Dec 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net operating profit after taxes (NOPAT)1 | ||||||
| Cost of capital2 | ||||||
| Invested capital3 | ||||||
| Economic profit4 | ||||||
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31).
1 NOPAT. See details »
2 Cost of capital. See details »
3 Invested capital. See details »
4 2025 Calculation
Economic profit = NOPAT – Cost of capital × Invested capital
= – × =
The financial trajectory from 2021 to 2025 demonstrates a transition from significant operating losses toward operational profitability, although economic value creation remains elusive due to the high cost of capital and expanding investment base.
- Net Operating Profit After Taxes (NOPAT)
- An improving trend in operational performance is observed. After a substantial decline to negative US$ 1,420 million in 2022, NOPAT recovered steadily, reaching a near break-even position of negative US$ 5 million in 2024 and achieving a positive US$ 781 million by 2025.
- Invested Capital and Cost of Capital
- Invested capital exhibits aggressive growth, increasing from US$ 3,179 million in 2021 to US$ 11,248 million in 2025, with a particularly sharp increase between 2024 and 2025. During this period, the cost of capital remained consistently high and relatively stable, fluctuating between 26.30% and 27.34%.
- Economic Profit
- Economic profit remained negative throughout the entire period, indicating that the company failed to generate returns exceeding its cost of capital. While the operational turnaround in NOPAT provided some relief between 2022 and 2024, the significant expansion of invested capital in 2025 negated these gains. Consequently, the economic profit decreased from negative US$ 1,717 million in 2024 to negative US$ 2,178 million in 2025, confirming that the current scale of investment is not yet yielding a sufficient economic return.
Net Operating Profit after Taxes (NOPAT)
DoorDash, Inc., NOPAT calculation
US$ in millions
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31).
1 Elimination of deferred tax expense. See details »
2 Addition of increase (decrease) in allowance for credit losses.
3 Addition of increase (decrease) in equity equivalents to net income (loss) attributable to DoorDash, Inc. common stockholders.
4 2025 Calculation
Interest expense on capitalized operating leases = Operating lease liability × Discount rate
= × =
5 2025 Calculation
Tax benefit of interest expense = Adjusted interest expense × Statutory income tax rate
= × 21.00% =
6 Addition of after taxes interest expense to net income (loss) attributable to DoorDash, Inc. common stockholders.
7 2025 Calculation
Tax expense (benefit) of investment income = Investment income, before tax × Statutory income tax rate
= × 21.00% =
8 Elimination of after taxes investment income.
The financial performance, as indicated by Net Income and Net Operating Profit After Taxes (NOPAT), demonstrates a period of initial losses followed by a trajectory towards profitability. A significant shift occurs between the 2022 and 2023 periods, continuing into the subsequent years.
- NOPAT Trend
- NOPAT exhibited substantial negative values from 2021 through 2023, registering at -411, -1,420, and -662 million US dollars respectively. This indicates that, during these years, the company’s operating profits, after accounting for taxes, were insufficient to cover the cost of capital employed. However, a marked improvement is observed in 2024, with NOPAT nearing breakeven at -5 million US dollars. This trend culminates in a positive NOPAT of 781 million US dollars in 2025, signifying a substantial increase in value creation.
The magnitude of the negative NOPAT in 2022 is considerably larger than in 2021 and 2023, suggesting a period of heightened operational challenges or increased investment during that year. The progression from negative to positive NOPAT over the observed period suggests improving operational efficiency, successful scaling of operations, or a combination of both. The substantial positive NOPAT in 2025 represents a significant turnaround and potential for future value generation.
- Relationship between Net Income and NOPAT
- The patterns in Net Income attributable to DoorDash, Inc. common stockholders closely mirror those of NOPAT. Both metrics are negative for 2021, 2022, and 2023, and both turn positive in 2024 and 2025. While the absolute values differ, the directional consistency suggests that changes in operating profitability are a primary driver of overall net income. The difference between the two metrics likely reflects items not included in NOPAT, such as financing costs or non-operating income/expenses.
The transition to positive NOPAT and Net Income in the later years of the period suggests a strengthening financial position and improved ability to generate returns for investors.
Cash Operating Taxes
DoorDash, Inc., cash operating taxes calculation
US$ in millions
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31).
The provision for (benefit from) income taxes exhibited significant volatility over the observed period. Beginning at US$5 million in 2021, it decreased substantially to a benefit of US$31 million in 2022, before returning to a provision of US$31 million in 2023. This was followed by an increase to US$39 million in 2024, and a subsequent decline to US$7 million in 2025.
Cash operating taxes demonstrated a generally decreasing trend, although with fluctuations. Starting at US$12 million in 2021, these taxes decreased to US$5 million in 2022, and further to US$7 million in 2023. A further decrease to US$4 million occurred in 2024, before stabilizing at US$7 million in 2025.
- Relationship between Provision for Income Taxes and Cash Operating Taxes
- A divergence is apparent between the provision for income taxes and cash operating taxes. In 2022, a significant benefit from income taxes was recorded, while cash operating taxes remained positive, albeit lower than in the prior year. This suggests the presence of non-cash tax expenses or deferred tax assets impacting the provision. The difference between the two metrics narrowed in subsequent years, but remained notable, indicating ongoing timing differences or other factors influencing the effective tax rate.
- Trend Analysis - Provision for Income Taxes
- The provision for income taxes displayed a lack of consistent direction. The initial decrease in 2022, resulting in a benefit, was followed by a return to positive provisions in subsequent years. The peak provision in 2024, followed by a decline in 2025, suggests potential impacts from changes in taxable income or applicable tax laws.
- Trend Analysis - Cash Operating Taxes
- Cash operating taxes generally trended downward from 2021 to 2024, indicating a reduction in actual cash outflows related to income taxes. The stabilization at US$7 million in 2025 suggests a potential floor to this decline, or a leveling off of taxable income.
The fluctuations in both metrics warrant further investigation to understand the underlying drivers, including changes in profitability, tax credits, and deferred tax positions. The difference between the provision and cash taxes should be examined to assess the quality of earnings and potential impacts on future cash flows.
Invested Capital
DoorDash, Inc., invested capital calculation (financing approach)
US$ in millions
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31).
1 Addition of capitalized operating leases.
2 Elimination of deferred taxes from assets and liabilities. See details »
3 Addition of allowance for doubtful accounts receivable.
4 Addition of equity equivalents to stockholders’ equity.
5 Removal of accumulated other comprehensive income.
6 Subtraction of construction in progress.
7 Subtraction of marketable securities.
The reported invested capital demonstrates a generally increasing trend over the observed period. However, the rate of increase fluctuates significantly, with a substantial jump occurring between 2024 and 2025. A detailed examination of the components contributing to invested capital reveals further insights.
- Total Invested Capital
- Invested capital increased from US$3,179 million in 2021 to US$5,320 million in 2022, representing a significant expansion. Growth slowed in 2023, with a slight decrease to US$5,237 million. Further growth was observed in 2024, reaching US$6,261 million, before accelerating dramatically to US$11,248 million in 2025. This final increase suggests a considerable shift in capital allocation or financing activities.
- Debt & Leases
- Total reported debt and leases exhibited moderate growth from 2021 to 2023, increasing from US$399 million to US$522 million. Growth remained relatively stable in 2024 at US$536 million. However, a substantial increase is noted in 2025, reaching US$3,290 million. This suggests a significant reliance on debt financing in the latter period.
- Stockholders’ Equity
- Stockholders’ equity consistently increased throughout the period. From US$4,667 million in 2021, it rose to US$6,754 million in 2022, US$6,806 million in 2023, US$7,803 million in 2024, and finally to US$10,033 million in 2025. This indicates a strengthening equity position, although the proportional contribution to invested capital changes with the debt increase.
The composition of invested capital shifted notably in 2025. While stockholders’ equity continued to grow, the substantial increase in debt and leases contributed to the overall accelerated growth in invested capital. This change in capital structure warrants further investigation to understand the underlying strategic decisions and potential financial implications.
Cost of Capital
DoorDash, Inc., cost of capital calculations
| Capital (fair value)1 | Weights | Cost of capital | |||||||||||
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| Equity2 | ÷ | = | × | = | |||||||||
| 0% Convertible Senior Notes due 20303 | ÷ | = | × | × (1 – 21.00%) | = | ||||||||
| Operating lease liability4 | ÷ | = | × | × (1 – 21.00%) | = | ||||||||
| Total: | |||||||||||||
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-12-31).
1 US$ in millions
2 Equity. See details »
3 0% Convertible Senior Notes due 2030. See details »
4 Operating lease liability. See details »
| Capital (fair value)1 | Weights | Cost of capital | |||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Equity2 | ÷ | = | × | = | |||||||||
| 0% Convertible Senior Notes due 20303 | ÷ | = | × | × (1 – 21.00%) | = | ||||||||
| Operating lease liability4 | ÷ | = | × | × (1 – 21.00%) | = | ||||||||
| Total: | |||||||||||||
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31).
1 US$ in millions
2 Equity. See details »
3 0% Convertible Senior Notes due 2030. See details »
4 Operating lease liability. See details »
| Capital (fair value)1 | Weights | Cost of capital | |||||||||||
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| Equity2 | ÷ | = | × | = | |||||||||
| 0% Convertible Senior Notes due 20303 | ÷ | = | × | × (1 – 21.00%) | = | ||||||||
| Operating lease liability4 | ÷ | = | × | × (1 – 21.00%) | = | ||||||||
| Total: | |||||||||||||
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31).
1 US$ in millions
2 Equity. See details »
3 0% Convertible Senior Notes due 2030. See details »
4 Operating lease liability. See details »
| Capital (fair value)1 | Weights | Cost of capital | |||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Equity2 | ÷ | = | × | = | |||||||||
| 0% Convertible Senior Notes due 20303 | ÷ | = | × | × (1 – 21.00%) | = | ||||||||
| Operating lease liability4 | ÷ | = | × | × (1 – 21.00%) | = | ||||||||
| Total: | |||||||||||||
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31).
1 US$ in millions
2 Equity. See details »
3 0% Convertible Senior Notes due 2030. See details »
4 Operating lease liability. See details »
| Capital (fair value)1 | Weights | Cost of capital | |||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Equity2 | ÷ | = | × | = | |||||||||
| 0% Convertible Senior Notes due 20303 | ÷ | = | × | × (1 – 21.00%) | = | ||||||||
| Operating lease liability4 | ÷ | = | × | × (1 – 21.00%) | = | ||||||||
| Total: | |||||||||||||
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31).
1 US$ in millions
2 Equity. See details »
3 0% Convertible Senior Notes due 2030. See details »
4 Operating lease liability. See details »
Economic Spread Ratio
DoorDash, Inc., economic spread ratio calculation, comparison to benchmarks
| Dec 31, 2025 | Dec 31, 2024 | Dec 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | ||
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| Selected Financial Data (US$ in millions) | ||||||
| Economic profit1 | ||||||
| Invested capital2 | ||||||
| Performance Ratio | ||||||
| Economic spread ratio3 | ||||||
| Benchmarks | ||||||
| Economic Spread Ratio, Competitors4 | ||||||
| Airbnb Inc. | ||||||
| Booking Holdings Inc. | ||||||
| Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc. | ||||||
| McDonald’s Corp. | ||||||
| Starbucks Corp. | ||||||
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31).
1 Economic profit. See details »
2 Invested capital. See details »
3 2025 Calculation
Economic spread ratio = 100 × Economic profit ÷ Invested capital
= 100 × ÷ =
4 Click competitor name to see calculations.
The analysis of the economic value added metrics reveals a period of persistent negative economic profit accompanied by a substantial increase in invested capital, resulting in a gradual improvement in the economic spread ratio.
- Economic Profit Trends
- Economic profit remained negative throughout the period from 2021 to 2025, indicating that the returns generated were insufficient to cover the cost of capital. A significant decline was observed in 2022, where the deficit widened to -2,853 million USD. While there was a period of recovery between 2023 and 2024, with the deficit narrowing to -1,717 million USD, a reversal occurred in 2025, with the economic profit falling again to -2,178 million USD.
- Invested Capital Expansion
- A strong upward trajectory in invested capital is evident, growing from 3,179 million USD in 2021 to 11,248 million USD by 2025. The most pronounced increase occurred between 2024 and 2025, where invested capital nearly doubled. This growth suggests a heavy commitment of resources toward expanding the operational base or scaling infrastructure.
- Economic Spread Ratio Performance
- The economic spread ratio reflects the efficiency of the invested capital in generating value relative to its cost. Although the ratio remained negative throughout the observed timeframe, a consistent improvement trend is noted after 2022. From a low of -53.63% in 2022, the ratio climbed to -39.86% in 2023, -27.43% in 2024, and finally -19.36% in 2025. This upward movement indicates a reduction in the gap between the return on invested capital and the cost of capital, suggesting a gradual move toward economic break-even despite the absolute increase in economic losses in the final year.
Economic Profit Margin
DoorDash, Inc., economic profit margin calculation, comparison to benchmarks
| Dec 31, 2025 | Dec 31, 2024 | Dec 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | ||
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| Selected Financial Data (US$ in millions) | ||||||
| Economic profit1 | ||||||
| Revenue | ||||||
| Performance Ratio | ||||||
| Economic profit margin2 | ||||||
| Benchmarks | ||||||
| Economic Profit Margin, Competitors3 | ||||||
| Airbnb Inc. | ||||||
| Booking Holdings Inc. | ||||||
| Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc. | ||||||
| McDonald’s Corp. | ||||||
| Starbucks Corp. | ||||||
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31).
1 Economic profit. See details »
2 2025 Calculation
Economic profit margin = 100 × Economic profit ÷ Revenue
= 100 × ÷ =
3 Click competitor name to see calculations.
The financial trajectory between 2021 and 2025 is characterized by consistent revenue expansion coupled with persistent negative economic profit. While the entity has failed to achieve positive economic value added throughout the period, there is a observable trend of improving operational efficiency relative to scale, despite a significant setback in 2022.
- Revenue Growth Trends
- A steady and aggressive increase in revenue is evident, growing from 4,888 million US$ in 2021 to 13,717 million US$ by 2025. This represents a consistent upward trajectory, indicating successful market penetration and scaling of operations over the five-year period.
- Economic Profit Volatility
- Economic profit remained negative throughout the analyzed timeframe. A notable deterioration occurred in 2022, where losses widened to 2,853 million US$. Following this peak deficit, a recovery phase was observed through 2024, with losses narrowing to 1,717 million US$, before a slight increase in economic loss to 2,178 million US$ in 2025.
- Economic Profit Margin Analysis
- The economic profit margin reflects a period of high volatility followed by gradual stabilization. The margin declined sharply from -26.11% in 2021 to -43.34% in 2022, marking the point of lowest economic efficiency. Subsequently, a strong recovery trend emerged, with the margin improving to -24.18% in 2023 and -16.01% in 2024. By 2025, the margin stabilized at -15.88%.
- Overall Economic Value Correlation
- The divergence between rising revenues and the narrowing economic profit margin suggests that the organization is benefiting from economies of scale. Although the economic profit remains negative—indicating that the returns on capital are not yet exceeding the cost of capital—the trend from 2022 to 2025 demonstrates a systematic reduction in the loss magnitude relative to total revenue.