Axcelis Technologies Inc (ACLS)

Return on equity (ROE)

Dec 31, 2024 Sep 30, 2024 Jun 30, 2024 Mar 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Sep 30, 2023 Jun 30, 2023 Mar 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Sep 30, 2022 Jun 30, 2022 Mar 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Sep 30, 2021 Jun 30, 2021 Mar 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Sep 30, 2020 Jun 30, 2020 Mar 31, 2020
Net income (ttm) US$ in thousands 200,993 222,093 239,448 250,161 246,263 232,199 206,551 189,161 183,078 161,835 149,067 123,784 98,650 77,575 60,845 55,241 49,982 45,020 34,939 22,193
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 1,012,790 975,594 934,948 901,743 864,882 800,971 744,037 701,821 667,256 614,890 586,927 559,273 538,959 511,679 494,102 487,660 481,602 460,663 445,024 427,172
ROE 19.85% 22.76% 25.61% 27.74% 28.47% 28.99% 27.76% 26.95% 27.44% 26.32% 25.40% 22.13% 18.30% 15.16% 12.31% 11.33% 10.38% 9.77% 7.85% 5.20%

December 31, 2024 calculation

ROE = Net income (ttm) ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $200,993K ÷ $1,012,790K
= 19.85%

The Return on Equity (ROE) of Axcelis Technologies Inc has shown a positive trend over the specified period, reflecting the company's ability to generate profits from shareholders' equity.

From March 31, 2020, where the ROE was 5.20%, the metric increased progressively and reached its peak at 28.99% by September 30, 2023. This period of consistent growth showcases the company's efficient utilization of equity to generate returns for shareholders.

However, starting from March 31, 2024, the ROE began to show a slight decline, dropping to 19.85% by December 31, 2024. This decline might indicate a potential decrease in profitability relative to shareholder equity during this period.

Overall, the company has demonstrated strong ROE figures, indicating effective management of equity investments to generate profits. It would be prudent for stakeholders to continue monitoring the trend to assess Axcelis Technologies Inc's ability to maintain and improve its return on equity in the future.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024