Return on Assets (ROA)

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The profitability of a company on its total assets, regardless of how the asset is financed. It is calculated using net income divided by total assets. It is used to measure the degree of return management has achieved on assets under its control. It is an indicator for the economic sustainability of the company. ROA is an important metric for investors in evaluating a company’s profitability and efficiency in using its assets to generate revenue.

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