
Columbia Sportswear Co
NASDAQ:COLM

ROA
Return on Assets
ROA, or Return on Assets, is an indicator of how well a company utilizes its assets in terms of profitability. This number tells you what the company can do with what it has, i.e. how many dollars of earnings they derive from each dollar of assets they control. A higher ROA indicates more efficient use of assets to produce earnings, making it a valuable gauge for investors assessing a company's operational efficiency and profitability potential.
ROA Across Competitors
Country | Company | Market Cap | ROA | ||
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US |
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Columbia Sportswear Co
NASDAQ:COLM
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3.5B USD |
8%
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KR |
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SBW
KRX:102280
|
1 407.5T KRW |
0%
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FR |
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Hermes International SCA
PAR:RMS
|
246.3B EUR |
21%
|
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FR |
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LVMH Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton SE
PAR:MC
|
242.6B EUR |
9%
|
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FR |
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EssilorLuxottica SA
PAR:EL
|
107.6B EUR |
4%
|
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CH |
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Compagnie Financiere Richemont SA
SIX:CFR
|
88.7B CHF |
7%
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FR |
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Christian Dior SE
PAR:CDI
|
83B EUR |
4%
|
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DE |
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Adidas AG
XETRA:ADS
|
37B EUR |
5%
|
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IN |
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Titan Company Ltd
NSE:TITAN
|
3.3T INR |
9%
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CN |
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ANTA Sports Products Ltd
HKEX:2020
|
261.9B HKD |
15%
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CA |
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Lululemon Athletica Inc
NASDAQ:LULU
|
31B USD |
25%
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Columbia Sportswear Co
Glance View
Columbia Sportswear Co. has its roots deeply planted in the cold, damp soil of the Pacific Northwest, a region that naturally fosters a spirit of rugged exploration and resilience. Founded in 1938 by Paul Lamfrom, a German immigrant, Columbia began as a humble hat company and later evolved into a family-run business focusing on outdoor gear. While the company may have started small, it was Gert Boyle, Paul Lamfrom's daughter, who transformed Columbia into a renowned leader in the outdoor apparel industry. Boyle's sharp business acumen and her famous "tough mother" persona drove the expansion of Columbia's product lines to include a wide array of outerwear, sportswear, and footwear designed to endure the elements, yet comfortable enough for everyday life. What sets Columbia apart within the competitive landscape of outdoor gear is its emphasis on innovation and technology-infused clothing, such as the patented Omni-Heat reflective lining that captures and retains body warmth. Their approach to product development and strategic global distribution networks has positioned Columbia favorably across diverse markets, enabling them to reach customers in over 90 countries. The company's revenue streams are primarily driven by wholesale sales to large specialty retailers, e-commerce platforms, and direct-to-consumer channels, thereby maintaining a balanced and diversified revenue mix. This multifaceted approach underlines Columbia's core strategy: to leverage its rich heritage in outdoor apparel, maintaining steady growth through innovation while ensuring reliable gear reaches enthusiasts wherever adventure leads.
See Also
ROA, or Return on Assets, is an indicator of how well a company utilizes its assets in terms of profitability. This number tells you what the company can do with what it has, i.e. how many dollars of earnings they derive from each dollar of assets they control. A higher ROA indicates more efficient use of assets to produce earnings, making it a valuable gauge for investors assessing a company's operational efficiency and profitability potential.
Based on Columbia Sportswear Co's most recent financial statements, the company has ROA of 8.2%.