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Dupont Analysis Explained

The document explains DuPont analysis which breaks down return on equity into profit margin, asset turnover, and financial leverage. It provides an example of a small business owner named Alex calculating these components and his overall return on equity using DuPont analysis.

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ANIKET KANGANE

THE
DUPONT
ANALYSIS

SIMPLY EXPLAINED!
ANIKET KANGANE

What is Dupont Analysis?

DuPont Analysis helps us see how a company


generates its return on equity (ROE). By breaking ROE
into three parts—Profit Margin, Asset Turnover, and
Financial Leverage—we can get a clearer picture of
what drives a company's financial performance.

ROE
PM ATR FL
ANIKET KANGANE

Meet Alex

Alex runs a small business selling


custom-made furniture. To understand
how well his business is doing, Alex
wants to analyze his company's ROE
using DuPont Analysis. Let's dive into
Alex's financials.
ANIKET KANGANE

Profit Margin

Profit Margin measures how much profit Alex makes


from his sales. For instance, if Alex's sales for the year are
₹20,00,000 and his net profit is ₹2,00,000, his profit
margin is calculated as:

Profit Margin = Net Profit / Sales = ₹2,00,000 /


₹20,00,000 = 10%

This means Alex makes 10 paise of profit for every rupee


of sales.
ANIKET KANGANE

Asset Turnover

Asset Turnover shows how efficiently Alex uses his assets


to generate sales. If Alex's total assets are valued at
₹10,00,000 and his annual sales are ₹20,00,000, his asset
turnover is:

Asset Turnover = Sales / Total Assets = ₹20,00,000 /


₹10,00,000 = 2

This means Alex generates ₹2 of sales for every rupee


invested in assets.
ANIKET KANGANE

Financial Leverage

Financial Leverage indicates how much Alex relies on


debt to finance his assets. If Alex has total assets worth
₹10,00,000 and his equity is ₹5,00,000, his financial
leverage is:

Financial Leverage = Total Assets / Equity = ₹10,00,000 /


₹5,00,000 = 2

This means Alex is using ₹2 of assets for every rupee of


equity.
ANIKET KANGANE

Calculating ROE

Now, let's combine these components to calculate Alex's


ROE. The formula for ROE in DuPont Analysis is:

ROE = Profit Margin × Asset Turnover × Financial


Leverage

ROE = 10% × 2 × 2 = 40%

This means Alex's business generates a 40% return on


equity.
ANIKET KANGANE

Why DuPont Analysis


is Useful

DuPont Analysis helps Alex understand


his business's strengths and
weaknesses. By breaking down ROE,
Alex can see if he needs to improve
profit margins, use assets more
efficiently, or manage debt better. It's a
powerful tool for making informed
business decisions.
ANIKET KANGANE

In Summary

DuPont Analysis is an essential method for breaking


down Return on Equity into its core components. By
understanding Profit Margin, Asset Turnover, and
Financial Leverage, business owners like Alex can
identify specific areas that need improvement. This
analysis provides a comprehensive view of financial
performance, enabling informed and strategic business
decisions.

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