Deutsche Post AG Net Assets
Deutsche Post AG net assets. Based on the latest financial reports, Deutsche Post AG (DHL) has net assets worth €21.84 Billion EUR (≈ $25.53 Billion USD) as of September 2025. Net assets (also known as shareholders' equity or book value) represent the difference between a company's total assets (€68.75 Billion ≈ $80.38 Billion USD) and total liabilities (€46.91 Billion ≈ $54.85 Billion USD). This figure indicates the residual interest in the assets after deducting liabilities, essentially showing what would remain for shareholders if all assets were liquidated and all debts paid off. Also explore DHL net asset momentum to track the company's year-over-year net asset growth rate.
Key Net Assets Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Net Assets | €21.84 Billion |
| % of Total Assets | 31.76% |
| Annual Growth Rate | 39.36% |
| 5-Year Change | 71.97% |
| 10-Year Change | 114.34% |
| Growth Volatility | 18467.42 |
Net Assets of Deutsche Post AG (1997–2024)
Net assets of Deutsche Post AG from 1997 to 2024. This chart illustrates how Deutsche Post AG's net assets have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. See Deutsche Post AG balance sheet independence to measure how much of total assets are equity-financed.
Annual Net Assets for Deutsche Post AG (1997–2024)
The table below shows the annual net assets of Deutsche Post AG from 1997 to 2024. For live market cap and overall valuation, see DHL company net worth.
| Year | Net Assets | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-12-31 | €24.21 Billion ≈ $28.30 Billion |
+5.78% |
| 2023-12-31 | €22.89 Billion ≈ $26.76 Billion |
-3.44% |
| 2022-12-31 | €23.70 Billion ≈ $27.71 Billion |
+21.56% |
| 2021-12-31 | €19.50 Billion ≈ $22.80 Billion |
+38.51% |
| 2020-12-31 | €14.08 Billion ≈ $16.46 Billion |
-2.18% |
| 2019-12-31 | €14.39 Billion ≈ $16.83 Billion |
+3.74% |
| 2018-12-31 | €13.87 Billion ≈ $16.22 Billion |
+7.52% |
| 2017-12-31 | €12.90 Billion ≈ $15.08 Billion |
+13.68% |
| 2016-12-31 | €11.35 Billion ≈ $13.27 Billion |
+0.49% |
| 2015-12-31 | €11.29 Billion ≈ $13.21 Billion |
+17.90% |
| 2014-12-31 | €9.58 Billion ≈ $11.20 Billion |
-4.66% |
| 2013-12-31 | €10.05 Billion ≈ $11.75 Billion |
-17.40% |
| 2012-12-31 | €12.16 Billion ≈ $14.22 Billion |
+8.62% |
| 2011-12-31 | €11.20 Billion ≈ $13.09 Billion |
+4.70% |
| 2010-12-31 | €10.70 Billion ≈ $12.50 Billion |
+29.29% |
| 2009-12-31 | €8.27 Billion ≈ $9.67 Billion |
-16.03% |
| 2008-12-31 | €9.85 Billion ≈ $11.52 Billion |
-28.91% |
| 2007-12-31 | €13.86 Billion ≈ $16.20 Billion |
-0.67% |
| 2006-12-31 | €13.95 Billion ≈ $16.31 Billion |
+11.26% |
| 2005-12-31 | €12.54 Billion ≈ $14.66 Billion |
+42.05% |
| 2004-12-31 | €8.83 Billion ≈ $10.32 Billion |
+43.20% |
| 2003-12-31 | €6.17 Billion ≈ $7.21 Billion |
+21.00% |
| 2002-12-31 | €5.09 Billion ≈ $5.96 Billion |
-4.94% |
| 2001-12-31 | €5.36 Billion ≈ $6.27 Billion |
+31.37% |
| 2000-12-31 | €4.08 Billion ≈ $4.77 Billion |
+50.66% |
| 1999-12-31 | €2.71 Billion ≈ $3.17 Billion |
+97797.52% |
| 1998-12-31 | €2.77 Million ≈ $3.23 Million |
-10.91% |
| 1997-12-31 | €3.10 Million ≈ $3.63 Million |
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Equity Component Analysis
This analysis shows how different components contribute to Deutsche Post AG's total equity over time. Equity components include common stock, retained earnings, additional paid-in capital, and other elements.
Equity Composition Insights
- Retained earnings have grown by 4345707.3% over the analyzed period, indicating profitable operations and earnings retention.
Deutsche Post AG Net Assets Breakdown (December 2024)
Deutsche Post AG net assets breakdown by equity component as of December 2024.
| Component | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Retained Earnings | €19.47 Billion | 81.82% |
| Common Stock | €1.20 Billion | 5.04% |
| Other Comprehensive Income | €-463.00 Million | -1.95% |
| Other Components | €3.59 Billion | 15.08% |
| Total Equity | €23.79 Billion | 100.00% |
Deutsche Post AG Competitors by Market Cap
The table below lists competitors of Deutsche Post AG ranked by their market capitalization.
| Company | Market Cap |
|---|---|
|
China Citic Bank Corp Ltd Class A
SHG:601998
|
$56.43 Billion |
|
HONGK.EXCH.+CLEA.UNSP.ADR
F:HK2
|
$56.49 Billion |
|
PING AN INSURANC.H ADR/2
F:PZXB
|
$56.60 Billion |
|
Aon PLC
F:4VK
|
$56.77 Billion |
|
Larsen & Toubro Limited
IL:LTOD
|
$56.36 Billion |
|
Natera Inc
NASDAQ:NTRA
|
$56.33 Billion |
|
Diageo plc
MX:DEON
|
$56.31 Billion |
|
Sempra Energy
NYSE:SRE
|
$56.26 Billion |
Equity Growth Attribution
This analysis shows how different factors contributed to changes in Deutsche Post AG's equity between the two most recent reporting periods.
Equity Growth Insights
- From 2023 to 2024, total equity changed from 22,477,000,000 to 23,793,000,000, a change of 1,316,000,000 (5.9%).
- Net income of 3,332,000,000 contributed positively to equity growth.
- Dividend payments of 2,169,000,000 reduced retained earnings.
- Share repurchases of 1,234,000,000 reduced equity.
- Other comprehensive income increased equity by 646,000,000.
- Other factors increased equity by 741,000,000.
Equity Change Factors (2023 to 2024)
| Factor | Impact | Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Net Income | €3.33 Billion | +14.0% |
| Dividends Paid | €2.17 Billion | -9.12% |
| Share Repurchases | €1.23 Billion | -5.19% |
| Other Comprehensive Income | €646.00 Million | +2.72% |
| Other Changes | €741.00 Million | +3.11% |
| Total Change | €- | 5.85% |
Book Value vs Market Value Analysis
This analysis compares Deutsche Post AG's book value (net assets) with its market value over time. The relationship between these values can provide insights into investor sentiment and company valuation.
Valuation Insights
- Current price-to-book ratio: 2.93x
- The company is trading above its book value, indicating the market recognizes value beyond its reported assets.
- The price-to-book ratio has decreased from 21277.71x to 2.93x over the analyzed period, indicating reduced market premium.
Historical Price-to-Book Ratios
| Date | Book Value per Share | Market Price | P/B Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1997-12-31 | €0.00 | €58.68 | x |
| 1998-12-31 | €0.00 | €58.68 | x |
| 1999-12-31 | €2.33 | €58.68 | x |
| 2000-12-31 | €3.60 | €58.68 | x |
| 2001-12-31 | €4.81 | €58.68 | x |
| 2002-12-31 | €4.47 | €58.68 | x |
| 2003-12-31 | €5.49 | €58.68 | x |
| 2004-12-31 | €6.49 | €58.68 | x |
| 2005-12-31 | €9.55 | €58.68 | x |
| 2006-12-31 | €9.35 | €58.68 | x |
| 2007-12-31 | €9.18 | €58.68 | x |
| 2008-12-31 | €6.48 | €58.68 | x |
| 2009-12-31 | €6.76 | €58.68 | x |
| 2010-12-31 | €8.69 | €58.68 | x |
| 2011-12-31 | €9.09 | €58.68 | x |
| 2012-12-31 | €9.48 | €58.68 | x |
| 2013-12-31 | €7.81 | €58.68 | x |
| 2014-12-31 | €7.43 | €58.68 | x |
| 2015-12-31 | €8.74 | €58.68 | x |
| 2016-12-31 | €8.82 | €58.68 | x |
| 2017-12-31 | €10.02 | €58.68 | x |
| 2018-12-31 | €10.86 | €58.68 | x |
| 2019-12-31 | €11.23 | €58.68 | x |
| 2020-12-31 | €10.89 | €58.68 | x |
| 2021-12-31 | €15.08 | €58.68 | x |
| 2022-12-31 | €18.76 | €58.68 | x |
| 2023-12-31 | €18.55 | €58.68 | x |
| 2024-12-31 | €20.03 | €58.68 | x |
Capital Efficiency Dashboard
This dashboard shows how efficiently Deutsche Post AG utilizes its equity to generate returns, including Return on Equity (ROE) and its components based on the DuPont analysis framework.
Capital Efficiency Insights
- Current Return on Equity (ROE): 14.00%
- The company shows good efficiency in utilizing shareholder equity.
- DuPont Analysis Breakdown:
- • Net Profit Margin: 3.96%
- • Asset Turnover: 1.20x
- • Equity Multiplier: 2.94x
- Recent ROE (14.00%) is below the historical average (18.16%), suggesting potential challenges in capital efficiency.
Historical Capital Efficiency Metrics
| Year | Return on Equity | Net Profit Margin | Asset Turnover | Equity Multiplier | Economic Value Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 6.62% | 1.35% | 1.33x | 3.69x | €-103.70K |
| 1998 | 5.96% | 1.04% | 1.24x | 4.64x | €-110.07K |
| 1999 | 43.03% | 4.99% | 0.29x | 29.71x | €857.40 Million |
| 2000 | 37.79% | 4.62% | 0.22x | 37.56x | €1.11 Billion |
| 2001 | 29.57% | 4.74% | 0.21x | 29.27x | €1.05 Billion |
| 2002 | 13.24% | 1.68% | 0.24x | 32.67x | €161.20 Million |
| 2003 | 21.98% | 3.35% | 0.26x | 25.37x | €731.40 Million |
| 2004 | 22.00% | 3.68% | 0.28x | 21.25x | €866.30 Million |
| 2005 | 20.87% | 5.01% | 0.26x | 16.05x | €1.16 Billion |
| 2006 | 20.34% | 3.77% | 0.28x | 19.40x | €1.16 Billion |
| 2007 | 17.05% | 2.97% | 0.27x | 21.29x | €779.20 Million |
| 2008 | -25.29% | -3.63% | 0.21x | 33.60x | €-2.76 Billion |
| 2009 | 7.88% | 1.39% | 1.33x | 4.25x | €-173.60 Million |
| 2010 | 24.17% | 4.94% | 1.36x | 3.59x | €1.49 Billion |
| 2011 | 11.50% | 2.40% | 1.38x | 3.49x | €165.10 Million |
| 2012 | 13.87% | 2.99% | 1.63x | 2.86x | €462.90 Million |
| 2013 | 21.21% | 3.80% | 1.55x | 3.60x | €1.11 Billion |
| 2014 | 22.09% | 3.66% | 1.53x | 3.94x | €1.13 Billion |
| 2015 | 13.96% | 2.60% | 1.56x | 3.43x | €436.60 Million |
| 2016 | 23.80% | 4.60% | 1.50x | 3.45x | €1.53 Billion |
| 2017 | 21.47% | 4.49% | 1.56x | 3.06x | €1.45 Billion |
| 2018 | 15.27% | 3.37% | 1.22x | 3.71x | €716.00 Million |
| 2019 | 18.58% | 4.14% | 1.21x | 3.70x | €1.21 Billion |
| 2020 | 21.62% | 4.46% | 1.21x | 4.01x | €1.60 Billion |
| 2021 | 26.54% | 6.18% | 1.29x | 3.34x | €3.15 Billion |
| 2022 | 23.06% | 5.67% | 1.38x | 2.94x | €3.04 Billion |
| 2023 | 16.36% | 4.50% | 1.22x | 2.97x | €1.43 Billion |
| 2024 | 14.00% | 3.96% | 1.20x | 2.94x | €952.70 Million |
Industry Comparison
This section compares Deutsche Post AG's net assets metrics with peer companies in the Integrated Freight & Logistics industry.
Industry Context
- Industry: Integrated Freight & Logistics
- Average net assets among peers: $21,769,115,220
- Average return on equity (ROE) among peers: 24.01%
Peer Company Comparison
| Company | Net Assets | Return on Equity | Debt-to-Equity | Market Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Post AG (DHL) | €21.84 Billion | 6.62% | 2.15x | $56.42 Billion |
| INPOST S.A. EO -01 (669) | $469.00 Million | 97.31% | 17.67x | $7.72 Billion |
| INPOST S.A UNSP.ADR/1/2 (6690) | $1.29 Billion | 50.03% | 6.52x | $7.52 Billion |
| MOVEBYBIKE EUROPE AB (6ZR) | $-19.06 Million | 0.00% | 0.00x | $464.77K |
| JD LOGISTICS DL-000025 (822) | $62.97 Billion | 9.84% | 0.87x | $7.28 Billion |
| BREMER LAGERHAUS-GESELLSCHAFT -Aktiengesellschaft von 1877- (BLH) | $214.03 Million | 0.80% | 2.41x | $43.78 Million |
| DSV ADR 2 DK 1 (DS8) | $114.50 Billion | 8.83% | 1.07x | $52.08 Billion |
| Kuehne + Nagel International AG (KNIU) | $2.41 Billion | 32.66% | 3.08x | $25.77 Billion |
| Müller - Die lila Logistik AG (MLL) | $29.20 Million | 10.23% | 1.20x | $35.72 Million |
| SINOTRANS LTD H YC 1 (SIY) | $14.05 Billion | 6.43% | 1.20x | $1.25 Billion |
About Deutsche Post AG
Deutsche Post AG operates as a mail and logistics company in Germany, rest of Europe, the Americas, the Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and Africa. The company operates through five segments: Express; Global Forwarding, Freight; Supply Chain; eCommerce; and Post & Parcel Germany. The Express segment offers time-definite courier and express services to business and private customers. The Global For… Read more