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Synopsys Inc. (NASDAQ:SNPS)

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Economic Profit

Synopsys Inc., economic profit calculation

US$ in thousands

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12 months ended: Oct 31, 2025 Oct 31, 2024 Oct 31, 2023 Oct 31, 2022 Oct 31, 2021 Oct 31, 2020
Net operating profit after taxes (NOPAT)1 1,962,565 1,062,721 891,268 1,357,350 800,432 774,053
Cost of capital2 16.62% 18.45% 18.46% 18.38% 18.39% 18.29%
Invested capital3 46,390,870 10,307,049 8,083,758 7,739,574 6,945,230 6,656,460
 
Economic profit4 (5,748,098) (838,594) (601,035) (64,979) (476,662) (443,738)

Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-10-31).

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
= 1,962,565 – 16.62% × 46,390,870 = -5,748,098


The analysis of economic profit reveals a persistent inability to generate returns exceeding the cost of capital throughout the observed period. Although operating profitability showed significant growth, the scale of invested capital expanded at a rate that fundamentally eroded economic value, culminating in a substantial deficit by the end of the period.

Net Operating Profit After Taxes (NOPAT)
NOPAT exhibited a general upward trajectory, increasing from 774,053 thousand in 2020 to 1,962,565 thousand in 2025. The progression was marked by volatility, specifically a peak in 2022 followed by a contraction in 2023, before experiencing a sharp acceleration in the final year.
Invested Capital Trends
Invested capital remained relatively stable with moderate growth between 2020 and 2024, rising from 6,656,460 thousand to 10,307,049 thousand. However, a massive expansion occurred in 2025, where invested capital surged to 46,390,870 thousand, indicating a significant capital deployment or acquisition.
Cost of Capital Stability
The cost of capital remained nearly constant between 2020 and 2024, fluctuating narrowly between 18.29% and 18.46%. A reduction to 16.62% was recorded in 2025, representing the lowest rate in the analyzed period.
Economic Profit Performance
Economic profit remained negative for all six years, signaling that the company did not achieve a positive economic value added. After a period of relative stability and a brief approach toward break-even in 2022, the economic profit declined sharply. The exponential increase in invested capital in 2025 far outweighed the gains in NOPAT and the reduction in the cost of capital, resulting in an economic profit collapse to negative 5,748,098 thousand.

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Net Operating Profit after Taxes (NOPAT)

Synopsys Inc., NOPAT calculation

US$ in thousands

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12 months ended: Oct 31, 2025 Oct 31, 2024 Oct 31, 2023 Oct 31, 2022 Oct 31, 2021 Oct 31, 2020
Net income attributed to Synopsys 1,332,220 2,263,380 1,229,888 984,594 757,516 664,347
Deferred income tax expense (benefit)1 (463,760) (375,970) (211,045) (36,913) (128,583) (111,526)
Increase (decrease) in allowance for credit losses2 37,951 12,325 13,169 (1,127) 2,116 19,518
Increase (decrease) in deferred revenue3 895,950 22,280 (114,166) 411,368 160,813 190,535
Increase (decrease) in equity equivalents4 470,141 (341,365) (312,042) 373,328 34,346 98,527
Interest expense 446,729 35,161 1,178 1,698 3,365 5,140
Interest expense, operating lease liability5 27,503 19,129 16,743 13,918 11,390 13,711
Adjusted interest expense 474,232 54,290 17,921 15,616 14,755 18,851
Tax benefit of interest expense6 (99,589) (11,401) (3,763) (3,279) (3,099) (3,959)
Adjusted interest expense, after taxes7 374,643 42,889 14,158 12,337 11,657 14,892
Interest income (277,684) (67,017) (36,674) (8,545) (2,442) (3,561)
Investment income, before taxes (277,684) (67,017) (36,674) (8,545) (2,442) (3,561)
Tax expense (benefit) of investment income8 58,314 14,074 7,702 1,794 513 748
Investment income, after taxes9 (219,370) (52,943) (28,972) (6,751) (1,929) (2,813)
(Income) loss from discontinued operations, net of tax10 3,900 (821,670) — — — —
Net income (loss) attributable to noncontrolling interest 1,031 (27,570) (11,763) (6,158) (1,157) (900)
Net operating profit after taxes (NOPAT) 1,962,565 1,062,721 891,268 1,357,350 800,432 774,053

Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-10-31).

1 Elimination of deferred tax expense. See details »

2 Addition of increase (decrease) in allowance for credit losses.

3 Addition of increase (decrease) in deferred revenue.

4 Addition of increase (decrease) in equity equivalents to net income attributed to Synopsys.

5 2025 Calculation
Interest expense on capitalized operating leases = Operating lease liability × Discount rate
= 808,903 × 3.40% = 27,503

6 2025 Calculation
Tax benefit of interest expense = Adjusted interest expense × Statutory income tax rate
= 474,232 × 21.00% = 99,589

7 Addition of after taxes interest expense to net income attributed to Synopsys.

8 2025 Calculation
Tax expense (benefit) of investment income = Investment income, before tax × Statutory income tax rate
= 277,684 × 21.00% = 58,314

9 Elimination of after taxes investment income.

10 Elimination of discontinued operations.


Net income attributed to Synopsys and Net Operating Profit After Taxes (NOPAT) both demonstrate fluctuating performance over the observed period. While net income generally increased through 2024, it experienced a significant decline in the final year. NOPAT exhibits a more volatile pattern, with increases followed by substantial decreases, indicating potential shifts in operational efficiency or capital allocation.

Overall Trend - NOPAT
NOPAT increased from US$774,053 thousand in 2020 to US$800,432 thousand in 2021, representing a modest growth rate. A substantial increase is then observed in 2022, reaching US$1,357,350 thousand. However, NOPAT decreased significantly in 2023 to US$891,268 thousand, followed by a smaller increase to US$1,062,721 thousand in 2024. The final year, 2025, shows a considerable rise to US$1,962,565 thousand.
Comparison with Net Income
In 2020 and 2021, NOPAT exceeded net income attributed to Synopsys. This relationship reversed in 2022, 2023, and 2024, where net income surpassed NOPAT. The difference between the two metrics widened in 2023 and 2024 before narrowing again in 2025. This suggests changes in non-operating items or accounting adjustments impacting net income relative to core operational profitability.
Year-over-Year Changes - NOPAT
The largest year-over-year increase in NOPAT occurred between 2021 and 2022 (a US$556,918 thousand increase). The most significant decrease occurred between 2022 and 2023 (a US$466,082 thousand decrease). The final year, 2024 to 2025, shows a substantial increase of US$900,000 thousand. These fluctuations warrant further investigation into the underlying drivers of profitability.
Volatility
NOPAT demonstrates considerable volatility throughout the period. The swings between years suggest sensitivity to external factors, internal operational changes, or both. The substantial increase in 2025, following a period of more moderate growth and a significant decline, is particularly noteworthy and requires further scrutiny.

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Cash Operating Taxes

Synopsys Inc., cash operating taxes calculation

US$ in thousands

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12 months ended: Oct 31, 2025 Oct 31, 2024 Oct 31, 2023 Oct 31, 2022 Oct 31, 2021 Oct 31, 2020
Provision (benefit) for income taxes 55,991 99,718 83,657 137,078 49,155 (25,288)
Less: Deferred income tax expense (benefit) (463,760) (375,970) (211,045) (36,913) (128,583) (111,526)
Add: Tax savings from interest expense 99,589 11,401 3,763 3,279 3,099 3,959
Less: Tax imposed on investment income 58,314 14,074 7,702 1,794 513 748
Cash operating taxes 561,026 473,015 290,764 175,476 180,324 89,449

Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-10-31).


The provision for income taxes exhibits considerable fluctuation over the observed period. Beginning with a significant benefit of -25,288 in 2020, the provision transitioned to a positive value of 49,155 in 2021, increasing substantially to 137,078 in 2022. A decrease to 83,657 was noted in 2023, followed by a further increase to 99,718 in 2024, and a subsequent decline to 55,991 in 2025.

Cash Operating Taxes Trend
Cash operating taxes demonstrate a consistent upward trend throughout the period. Starting at 89,449 in 2020, these taxes increased to 180,324 in 2021 and 175,476 in 2022. Further growth was observed in 2023, reaching 290,764, and continued into 2024 with a value of 473,015. This upward trajectory persisted in 2025, culminating in 561,026.

The divergence between the provision for income taxes and cash operating taxes is notable. While the provision for income taxes fluctuates, the cash operating taxes consistently increase. This suggests a potential decoupling between reported taxable income and actual cash outflows for taxes. The substantial benefit recorded in 2020 for the provision for income taxes contrasts sharply with the positive cash operating taxes paid in the same year, indicating the utilization of tax loss carryforwards or other tax credits. The increasing cash operating taxes, despite fluctuations in the provision, may reflect increased profitability and a reduced reliance on such tax benefits in later years.

Relationship between Provision and Cash Taxes
The cash operating taxes consistently exceed the provision (benefit) for income taxes, except in 2020. This difference suggests timing differences between when income is recognized for accounting purposes and when taxes are actually paid. These differences could stem from deferred tax assets and liabilities, or from differences in depreciation methods used for financial reporting versus tax purposes. The widening gap between the two figures in recent years indicates a growing divergence in these timing differences.

The substantial growth in cash operating taxes from 2020 to 2025 warrants further investigation to determine the underlying drivers, such as increased revenue, changes in tax rates, or shifts in the geographic distribution of income. The volatility in the provision for income taxes, while less pronounced in the later years, should also be examined to understand the factors contributing to these fluctuations.

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Invested Capital

Synopsys Inc., invested capital calculation (financing approach)

US$ in thousands

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Oct 31, 2025 Oct 31, 2024 Oct 31, 2023 Oct 31, 2022 Oct 31, 2021 Oct 31, 2020
Short-term debt 22,117 — — — 74,992 27,084
Long-term debt 13,462,398 15,601 18,078 20,824 25,094 100,823
Operating lease liability1 808,903 668,856 669,725 635,547 566,681 535,584
Total reported debt & leases 14,293,418 684,457 687,803 656,371 666,767 663,491
Total Synopsys stockholders’ equity 28,327,602 8,990,702 6,147,308 5,515,725 5,295,137 4,907,404
Net deferred tax (assets) liabilities2 893,475 (1,210,701) (826,971) (657,198) (606,741) (495,149)
Allowance for credit losses3 88,959 51,008 42,722 29,553 30,680 28,564
Deferred revenue4 2,628,518 1,732,568 1,951,128 2,065,294 1,653,926 1,493,113
Equity equivalents5 3,610,952 572,875 1,166,879 1,437,649 1,077,865 1,026,528
Accumulated other comprehensive (income) loss, net of tax6 232,414 180,380 196,414 234,277 49,604 54,074
Redeemable non-controlling interest — 30,000 31,043 38,664 — —
Non-controlling interest (587) 2,504 5,950 4,801 3,806 4,963
Adjusted total Synopsys stockholders’ equity 32,170,381 9,776,461 7,547,594 7,231,116 6,426,412 5,992,969
Short-term investments7 (72,929) (153,869) (151,639) (147,913) (147,949) —
Invested capital 46,390,870 10,307,049 8,083,758 7,739,574 6,945,230 6,656,460

Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-10-31).

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 deferred revenue.

5 Addition of equity equivalents to total Synopsys stockholders’ equity.

6 Removal of accumulated other comprehensive income.

7 Subtraction of short-term investments.


The reported invested capital demonstrates a consistent upward trend over the period from October 31, 2020, to October 31, 2023. However, a significant increase is observed between October 31, 2023, and October 31, 2024, and again between October 31, 2024, and October 31, 2025, indicating a substantial shift in capital structure or investment activity during those periods.

Total Reported Debt & Leases
Total reported debt & leases remained relatively stable between 2020 and 2022, fluctuating within a narrow range. An increase is noted in 2023, followed by a slight decrease in 2024. However, a dramatic increase is evident in 2025, suggesting a significant new borrowing event or accounting change. This substantial rise warrants further investigation.
Total Synopsys Stockholders’ Equity
Total stockholders’ equity exhibited consistent growth from 2020 to 2024. The rate of growth accelerated between 2023 and 2024. A very large increase is observed between 2024 and 2025, mirroring the increase in debt and contributing to the overall rise in invested capital. This suggests significant retained earnings or equity issuance.
Invested Capital Trend
Invested capital increased steadily from US$6,656,460 thousand in 2020 to US$8,083,758 thousand in 2023. The growth rate accelerated considerably in 2024, reaching US$10,307,049 thousand, and continued to escalate dramatically in 2025, culminating in US$46,390,870 thousand. This substantial jump in invested capital in the final two periods is primarily driven by the concurrent increases in both debt and equity, and represents a significant change in the company’s capital structure. The magnitude of the increase in 2025 is particularly noteworthy and requires detailed examination to understand the underlying causes.

The substantial increases in both debt, equity, and consequently, invested capital in 2024 and 2025 suggest a period of significant investment or restructuring. Further analysis is needed to determine the specific nature of these investments and their potential impact on future financial performance.

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Cost of Capital

Synopsys Inc., cost of capital calculations

Capital (fair value)1 Weights Cost of capital
Equity2 92,069,973 92,069,973 ÷ 106,552,547 = 0.86 0.86 × 18.59% = 16.07%
Debt3 13,673,671 13,673,671 ÷ 106,552,547 = 0.13 0.13 × 5.28% × (1 – 21.00%) = 0.54%
Operating lease liability4 808,903 808,903 ÷ 106,552,547 = 0.01 0.01 × 3.40% × (1 – 21.00%) = 0.02%
Total: 106,552,547 1.00 16.62%

Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-10-31).

1 US$ in thousands

2 Equity. See details »

3 Debt. See details »

4 Operating lease liability. See details »

Capital (fair value)1 Weights Cost of capital
Equity2 76,261,278 76,261,278 ÷ 76,945,735 = 0.99 0.99 × 18.59% = 18.43%
Debt3 15,601 15,601 ÷ 76,945,735 = 0.00 0.00 × 0.00% × (1 – 21.00%) = 0.00%
Operating lease liability4 668,856 668,856 ÷ 76,945,735 = 0.01 0.01 × 2.86% × (1 – 21.00%) = 0.02%
Total: 76,945,735 1.00 18.45%

Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2024-10-31).

1 US$ in thousands

2 Equity. See details »

3 Debt. See details »

4 Operating lease liability. See details »

Capital (fair value)1 Weights Cost of capital
Equity2 86,185,679 86,185,679 ÷ 86,873,482 = 0.99 0.99 × 18.59% = 18.45%
Debt3 18,078 18,078 ÷ 86,873,482 = 0.00 0.00 × 0.00% × (1 – 21.00%) = 0.00%
Operating lease liability4 669,725 669,725 ÷ 86,873,482 = 0.01 0.01 × 2.50% × (1 – 21.00%) = 0.02%
Total: 86,873,482 1.00 18.46%

Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2023-10-31).

1 US$ in thousands

2 Equity. See details »

3 Debt. See details »

4 Operating lease liability. See details »

Capital (fair value)1 Weights Cost of capital
Equity2 50,959,165 50,959,165 ÷ 51,615,536 = 0.99 0.99 × 18.59% = 18.36%
Debt3 20,824 20,824 ÷ 51,615,536 = 0.00 0.00 × 0.00% × (1 – 21.00%) = 0.00%
Operating lease liability4 635,547 635,547 ÷ 51,615,536 = 0.01 0.01 × 2.19% × (1 – 21.00%) = 0.02%
Total: 51,615,536 1.00 18.38%

Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2022-10-31).

1 US$ in thousands

2 Equity. See details »

3 Debt. See details »

4 Operating lease liability. See details »

Capital (fair value)1 Weights Cost of capital
Equity2 55,579,968 55,579,968 ÷ 56,246,735 = 0.99 0.99 × 18.59% = 18.37%
Debt3 100,086 100,086 ÷ 56,246,735 = 0.00 0.00 × 0.00% × (1 – 21.00%) = 0.00%
Operating lease liability4 566,681 566,681 ÷ 56,246,735 = 0.01 0.01 × 2.01% × (1 – 21.00%) = 0.02%
Total: 56,246,735 1.00 18.39%

Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2021-10-31).

1 US$ in thousands

2 Equity. See details »

3 Debt. See details »

4 Operating lease liability. See details »

Capital (fair value)1 Weights Cost of capital
Equity2 37,147,108 37,147,108 ÷ 37,810,599 = 0.98 0.98 × 18.59% = 18.27%
Debt3 127,907 127,907 ÷ 37,810,599 = 0.00 0.00 × 0.00% × (1 – 21.00%) = 0.00%
Operating lease liability4 535,584 535,584 ÷ 37,810,599 = 0.01 0.01 × 2.56% × (1 – 21.00%) = 0.03%
Total: 37,810,599 1.00 18.29%

Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2020-10-31).

1 US$ in thousands

2 Equity. See details »

3 Debt. See details »

4 Operating lease liability. See details »


Economic Spread Ratio

Synopsys Inc., economic spread ratio calculation, comparison to benchmarks

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Oct 31, 2025 Oct 31, 2024 Oct 31, 2023 Oct 31, 2022 Oct 31, 2021 Oct 31, 2020
Selected Financial Data (US$ in thousands)
Economic profit1 (5,748,098) (838,594) (601,035) (64,979) (476,662) (443,738)
Invested capital2 46,390,870 10,307,049 8,083,758 7,739,574 6,945,230 6,656,460
Performance Ratio
Economic spread ratio3 -12.39% -8.14% -7.44% -0.84% -6.86% -6.67%
Benchmarks
Economic Spread Ratio, Competitors4
Accenture PLC 1.52% 1.19% 1.97% 4.84% 6.66% —
Adobe Inc. 13.20% 0.92% 1.09% 6.58% 8.97% 1.25%
AppLovin Corp. 28.93% 1.21% -20.00% -26.37% -29.58% —
Cadence Design Systems Inc. -1.28% -2.87% 7.18% 6.59% 6.80% —
Datadog Inc. -8.74% -9.43% -5.95% -11.70% -3.88% —
International Business Machines Corp. -0.82% -7.67% -3.61% -11.36% -6.21% —
Intuit Inc. -2.91% -6.58% -8.63% -7.52% 0.11% —
Microsoft Corp. 5.63% 7.51% 10.56% 18.54% 27.58% —
Oracle Corp. -7.90% -7.76% -8.56% -7.56% 0.65% —
Palantir Technologies Inc. 41.88% -12.04% -8.76% -32.50% -39.96% —
Palo Alto Networks Inc. -3.82% 5.37% 11.50% 3.53% -5.17% —
Salesforce Inc. -12.37% -14.18% -17.63% -14.50% -12.36% —
ServiceNow Inc. 2.66% 5.94% 5.23% 0.73% 1.94% —
Workday Inc. -11.52% -12.93% -19.15% -13.98% -19.23% —

Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-10-31).

1 Economic profit. See details »

2 Invested capital. See details »

3 2025 Calculation
Economic spread ratio = 100 × Economic profit ÷ Invested capital
= 100 × -5,748,098 ÷ 46,390,870 = -12.39%

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The financial trajectory from October 2020 to October 2025 indicates a persistent failure to achieve positive economic profit, characterized by a significant acceleration in value erosion during the final observed period.

Economic Profit Trends
Economic profit remained negative throughout the entire six-year sequence. A notable recovery occurred in 2022, where losses narrowed significantly to -64,979 thousand dollars. However, this improvement was temporary, as losses expanded in 2023 and 2024, eventually culminating in a substantial decline to -5,748,098 thousand dollars by October 2025.
Invested Capital Expansion
A consistent increase in invested capital is observed from 2020 through 2024, growing from 6,656,460 thousand dollars to 10,307,049 thousand dollars. A massive surge occurred in 2025, with invested capital rising to 46,390,870 thousand dollars, suggesting a major capital deployment or acquisition that fundamentally altered the company's capital structure.
Economic Spread Ratio Analysis
The economic spread ratio remained negative for the duration of the period, indicating that the return on invested capital was consistently below the cost of capital. The ratio reached its most favorable point in 2022 at -0.84%, nearly reaching a break-even state. Following this peak, the ratio deteriorated steadily, reaching a period low of -12.39% in 2025. This widening negative spread demonstrates that the increase in invested capital has not been matched by a corresponding increase in operating returns, leading to a heightened rate of economic value destruction.

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Economic Profit Margin

Synopsys Inc., economic profit margin calculation, comparison to benchmarks

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Oct 31, 2025 Oct 31, 2024 Oct 31, 2023 Oct 31, 2022 Oct 31, 2021 Oct 31, 2020
Selected Financial Data (US$ in thousands)
Economic profit1 (5,748,098) (838,594) (601,035) (64,979) (476,662) (443,738)
 
Revenue 7,054,178 6,127,436 5,842,619 5,081,542 4,204,193 3,685,281
Add: Increase (decrease) in deferred revenue 895,950 22,280 (114,166) 411,368 160,813 190,535
Adjusted revenue 7,950,128 6,149,716 5,728,453 5,492,910 4,365,006 3,875,816
Performance Ratio
Economic profit margin2 -72.30% -13.64% -10.49% -1.18% -10.92% -11.45%
Benchmarks
Economic Profit Margin, Competitors3
Accenture PLC 0.97% 0.67% 1.01% 2.33% 3.42% —
Adobe Inc. 11.94% 1.04% 1.37% 7.67% 11.17% 1.79%
AppLovin Corp. 29.73% 1.17% -27.38% -49.38% -59.23% —
Cadence Design Systems Inc. -1.92% -4.40% 7.15% 6.57% 6.91% —
Datadog Inc. -5.18% -8.56% -3.72% -8.10% -3.08% —
International Business Machines Corp. -1.46% -13.55% -6.43% -19.67% -11.82% —
Intuit Inc. -3.75% -10.11% -14.13% -14.48% 0.14% —
Microsoft Corp. 8.39% 10.50% 12.02% 17.77% 22.89% —
Oracle Corp. -15.82% -14.76% -16.57% -13.87% 1.29% —
Palantir Technologies Inc. 21.69% -10.44% -4.70% -54.53% -65.82% —
Palo Alto Networks Inc. -4.52% 5.70% 11.42% 4.11% -6.95% —
Salesforce Inc. -26.71% -32.78% -44.58% -40.27% -28.34% —
ServiceNow Inc. 2.94% 4.88% 4.21% 0.58% 1.68% —
Workday Inc. -12.24% -14.39% -23.49% -18.95% -25.09% —

Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-10-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-10-31).

1 Economic profit. See details »

2 2025 Calculation
Economic profit margin = 100 × Economic profit ÷ Adjusted revenue
= 100 × -5,748,098 ÷ 7,950,128 = -72.30%

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The financial trajectory from 2020 to 2025 is characterized by a persistent inability to generate positive economic profit despite consistent growth in adjusted revenue. A significant divergence is observed between top-line expansion and the cost of capital efficiency, culminating in a severe contraction of the economic profit margin in the final period.

Economic Profit Trends
Economic profit remained negative throughout the analyzed period, indicating that the company did not generate returns exceeding its cost of capital. A period of relative recovery was observed in 2022, where losses narrowed significantly to US$ 64,979 thousand. However, this improvement was short-lived, as losses widened to US$ 601,035 thousand in 2023 and US$ 838,594 thousand in 2024. The most critical decline occurred in 2025, with economic profit dropping to US$ 5,748,098 thousand, representing a substantial increase in economic value destruction.
Adjusted Revenue Growth
Adjusted revenue exhibited a steady and uninterrupted upward trend over the six-year period. From a base of US$ 3,875,816 thousand in 2020, revenue grew annually to reach US$ 7,950,128 thousand by 2025. This consistent growth indicates a successful expansion of the business scale, although it was not accompanied by a corresponding increase in economic profitability.
Economic Profit Margin Analysis
The economic profit margin reflects the relationship between economic profit and adjusted revenue, serving as a measure of capital efficiency. The margin showed a peak in 2022, reaching -1.18%, which was the closest the company came to breaking even in terms of economic value. Following this, the margin deteriorated to -10.49% in 2023 and -13.64% in 2024. A drastic collapse is evident in 2025, where the margin fell to -72.30%, suggesting that capital charges or operating inefficiencies grew at a rate far exceeding the increase in revenue.

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