Accounting Glossary

Return on Assets (ROA)

Definition

A profitability ratio measuring how efficiently a company uses its assets to generate net income. Higher ROA indicates more efficient asset utilization.

Formula

ROA = Net Income ÷ Average Total Assets × 100%

Example

Net Income $80,000 ÷ Average Total Assets $800,000 = ROA of 10%.

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