Return on Assets (ROA)
since 2005
Calculation
Monsanto Co., ROA, long-term trends, calculation
| ROA | = | 100 | × | Net income attributable to Monsanto Company1 | ÷ | Total assets1 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 31, 2017 | 10.59% | = | 100 | × | 2,260) | ÷ | 21,333) |
| Aug 31, 2016 | 6.77% | = | 100 | × | 1,336) | ÷ | 19,736) |
| Aug 31, 2015 | 10.56% | = | 100 | × | 2,314) | ÷ | 21,920) |
| Aug 31, 2014 | 12.47% | = | 100 | × | 2,740) | ÷ | 21,981) |
| Aug 31, 2013 | 12.01% | = | 100 | × | 2,482) | ÷ | 20,664) |
| Aug 31, 2012 | 10.11% | = | 100 | × | 2,045) | ÷ | 20,224) |
| Aug 31, 2011 | 8.10% | = | 100 | × | 1,607) | ÷ | 19,844) |
| Aug 31, 2010 | 6.21% | = | 100 | × | 1,109) | ÷ | 17,867) |
| Aug 31, 2009 | 11.80% | = | 100 | × | 2,109) | ÷ | 17,877) |
| Aug 31, 2008 | 11.25% | = | 100 | × | 2,024) | ÷ | 17,991) |
| Aug 31, 2007 | 7.65% | = | 100 | × | 993) | ÷ | 12,983) |
| Aug 31, 2006 | 5.87% | = | 100 | × | 689) | ÷ | 11,728) |
| Aug 31, 2005 | 2.41% | = | 100 | × | 255) | ÷ | 10,579) |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2017-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-08-31).
1 US$ in millions
Between 2005 and 2017, asset efficiency exhibited a general upward trajectory characterized by significant periods of growth interspersed with cyclical volatility. The Return on Assets (ROA) progressed from a low of 2.41% in 2005 to a peak of 12.47% in 2014, reflecting an overall improvement in the ability to generate profit from the asset base.
- Initial Growth Phase (2005–2009)
- A consistent increase in ROA is observed during this period, rising from 2.41% to 11.80%. This growth was driven by a substantial increase in net income, which grew from 255 million US dollars to 2,109 million US dollars, significantly outpacing the growth of total assets.
- Mid-Period Volatility and Recovery (2010–2014)
- A sharp decline in ROA occurred in 2010, dropping to 6.21% as net income fell to 1,109 million US dollars. However, a strong recovery followed, with ROA climbing steadily to reach a maximum of 12.47% in 2014. This peak coincided with the highest reported net income of 2,740 million US dollars and the highest asset base of 21,981 million US dollars.
- Recent Performance Fluctuations (2015–2017)
- A downward trend emerged in 2015 and 2016, with ROA falling to 10.56% and then to 6.77%, respectively. The 2016 dip is attributed to a decrease in net income to 1,336 million US dollars despite a reduction in total assets to 19,736 million US dollars. A subsequent rebound occurred in 2017, with ROA returning to 10.59% as net income recovered to 2,260 million US dollars.
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Comparison to Competitors
Monsanto Co., ROA, long-term trends, comparison to competitors
| Monsanto Co. | lululemon athletica inc. | Nike Inc. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 31, 2017 | 10.59% | 18.30% | 18.23% |
| Aug 31, 2016 | 6.77% | 20.25% | 17.57% |
| Aug 31, 2015 | 10.56% | 18.44% | 15.15% |
| Aug 31, 2014 | 12.47% | 22.37% | 14.48% |
| Aug 31, 2013 | 12.01% | 25.74% | 14.13% |
| Aug 31, 2012 | 10.11% | 25.06% | 14.37% |
| Aug 31, 2011 | 8.10% | 24.40% | 14.22% |
| Aug 31, 2010 | 6.21% | 18.97% | 13.22% |
| Aug 31, 2009 | 11.80% | 18.60% | 11.22% |
| Aug 31, 2008 | 11.25% | 19.89% | 15.14% |
| Aug 31, 2007 | 7.65% | — | 13.95% |
| Aug 31, 2006 | 5.87% | — | 14.10% |
| Aug 31, 2005 | 2.41% | — | 13.78% |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2017-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-08-31).
Comparison to Sector (Consumer Durables & Apparel)
Monsanto Co., ROA, long-term trends, comparison to sector (consumer durables & apparel)
| Monsanto Co. | Consumer Durables & Apparel | |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 31, 2017 | 10.59% | 18.23% |
| Aug 31, 2016 | 6.77% | 17.73% |
| Aug 31, 2015 | 10.56% | 15.34% |
| Aug 31, 2014 | 12.47% | 14.98% |
| Aug 31, 2013 | 12.01% | 14.79% |
| Aug 31, 2012 | 10.11% | 14.86% |
| Aug 31, 2011 | 8.10% | 14.55% |
| Aug 31, 2010 | 6.21% | 13.34% |
| Aug 31, 2009 | 11.80% | 11.34% |
| Aug 31, 2008 | 11.25% | 15.20% |
| Aug 31, 2007 | 7.65% | 13.95% |
| Aug 31, 2006 | 5.87% | 14.10% |
| Aug 31, 2005 | 2.41% | 13.78% |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2017-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-08-31).
Comparison to Industry (Consumer Discretionary)
Monsanto Co., ROA, long-term trends, comparison to industry (consumer discretionary)
| Monsanto Co. | Consumer Discretionary | |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 31, 2017 | 10.59% | 4.05% |
| Aug 31, 2016 | 6.77% | 5.57% |
| Aug 31, 2015 | 10.56% | 6.25% |
| Aug 31, 2014 | 12.47% | 4.75% |
| Aug 31, 2013 | 12.01% | 5.52% |
| Aug 31, 2012 | 10.11% | 5.65% |
| Aug 31, 2011 | 8.10% | 9.48% |
| Aug 31, 2010 | 6.21% | 6.05% |
| Aug 31, 2009 | 11.80% | 4.67% |
| Aug 31, 2008 | 11.25% | 0.21% |
| Aug 31, 2007 | 7.65% | 2.85% |
| Aug 31, 2006 | 5.87% | 0.60% |
| Aug 31, 2005 | 2.41% | 3.80% |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2017-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-08-31).