Name: Return on Capital Employed (ROCE)

Definition: ROCE looks at how effectively the company uses all long-term capital — both debt and equity — to generate profits. It’s a good way to compare companies with different financing structures. Higher ROCE means the company makes good returns on every dollar invested in its business operations.

Interpretation:
• In '2021', K's return on capital employed was 12.9%, indicating returns achieved on invested capital. Industry average for Packaged Foods in '2021' stood at -11.3%.
• In '2022', K's return on capital employed was 9.1%, indicating returns achieved on invested capital. The decline from '2021' may indicate some operational or financial challenges. Industry average for Packaged Foods in '2022' stood at 1.2%. Industry average increased by 12.5% compared to previous year.
• In '2023', K's return on capital employed was 12.7%, indicating returns achieved on invested capital. The increase since '2022' reflects strengthening financial performance. Industry average for Packaged Foods in '2023' stood at -10.8%. Industry average declined by 12.0% from previous year.
• In '2024', K's return on capital employed was 17.9%, indicating returns achieved on invested capital. The increase since '2023' reflects strengthening financial performance. Industry average for Packaged Foods in '2024' stood at -4.2%. Industry average increased by 6.7% compared to previous year.
Overall, K's return on capital employed has been volatile but showed an upward trend over the past 4 years.

Formula: ROCE = EBIT / (Total Assets - Current Liabilities)

Good Range: Often 8%-20%.