Arch Resources Inc (ARCH)

Return on equity (ROE)

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 Dec 31, 2019 Sep 30, 2019 Jun 30, 2019 Mar 31, 2019
Net income (ttm) US$ in thousands 464,038 819,623 926,939 1,257,149 1,330,913 1,087,048 995,184 615,487 337,573 32,442 -248,168 -325,358 -344,615 -274,641 23,595 135,759 233,799 328,444 344,867 325,333
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 1,479,460 1,396,150 1,425,560 1,463,990 1,365,580 1,186,060 1,188,710 924,252 683,866 414,643 318,529 281,443 283,561 365,646 547,782 593,764 640,536 705,436 697,950 699,947
ROE 31.37% 58.71% 65.02% 85.87% 97.46% 91.65% 83.72% 66.59% 49.36% 7.82% -77.91% -115.60% -121.53% -75.11% 4.31% 22.86% 36.50% 46.56% 49.41% 46.48%

December 31, 2023 calculation

ROE = Net income (ttm) ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $464,038K ÷ $1,479,460K
= 31.37%

Based on the data provided, Arch Resources Inc's return on equity (ROE) has shown a fluctuating trend over the periods mentioned. The ROE performance experienced significant volatility, ranging from negative values, indicating periods of losses, to positive values indicating profitability.

- ROE steadily improved from negative values in early 2021 to a peak of 97.46% in December 2022, signifying enhanced profitability during that period.
- The ROE then experienced a decline in 2023, with a notable decrease from March to September, but it remained positive.
- The highest ROE of 85.87% in March 2023 and the lowest ROE of -121.53% in March 2021 reflect the company's varying levels of profitability and financial performance over time.
- Despite the fluctuations, the company's ROE has generally been positive from late 2020 onwards, indicating overall profitability even though it has been volatile.

In summary, the ROE of Arch Resources Inc has shown a mixed trend, with periods of strong profitability followed by declines. Continuous monitoring and analysis of ROE trends are essential to understand the company's performance and financial health accurately.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2023

Company name
Symbol
ROE
Arch Resources Inc
ARCH
31.37%
Alpha Metallurgical Resources Inc
AMR
45.87%
Peabody Energy Corp
BTU
21.42%