Brunswick Corporation (BC)
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 | ||
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| Net income (ttm) | US$ in thousands | 141,400 | 273,500 | 341,400 | 376,100 | 420,400 | 501,200 | 556,900 | 619,500 | 681,400 | 641,200 | 616,100 | 598,200 | 593,300 | 586,900 | 581,700 | 473,000 | 372,700 | 344,700 | -32,500 | -25,700 |
| Total stockholders’ equity | US$ in thousands | 5,677,700 | 2,034,300 | 2,013,600 | 2,049,600 | 2,087,400 | 2,085,800 | 2,101,400 | 2,062,500 | 2,042,300 | 2,001,000 | 2,004,600 | 1,979,900 | 1,914,200 | 1,849,700 | 1,769,500 | 1,642,600 | 1,510,000 | 1,458,200 | 1,364,400 | 1,303,700 |
| ROE | 2.49% | 13.44% | 16.95% | 18.35% | 20.14% | 24.03% | 26.50% | 30.04% | 33.36% | 32.04% | 30.73% | 30.21% | 30.99% | 31.73% | 32.87% | 28.80% | 24.68% | 23.64% | -2.38% | -1.97% |
December 31, 2024 calculation
ROE = Net income (ttm) ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $141,400K ÷ $5,677,700K
= 2.49%
The Return on Equity (ROE) for Brunswick Corporation has displayed some fluctuations over the past few years. At the end of December 2024, the ROE stood at 2.49%, a significant decrease from the previous quarter. This decline indicates a lower return generated on shareholder equity, which may suggest potential inefficiencies in utilizing the company's resources.
The ROE had experienced a gradual decline from the relatively high levels in the earlier quarters of 2022 and 2023. This downward trend could raise concerns regarding the company's ability to generate profits from the shareholders' investments.
It is noteworthy that the ROE had reached its peak in the second quarter of 2022 at 32.87%, showcasing a period of strong performance and efficient use of equity. However, the subsequent quarters witnessed a gradual decrease, hinting at possible challenges or changes within the company's operations or financial structure.
The quarterly variations in ROE highlight the importance of monitoring financial performance consistently and identifying the underlying factors affecting profitability and shareholder value. Further analysis of Brunswick Corporation's financial statements and operational strategies may be necessary to address the fluctuations in ROE and ensure sustainable growth and value creation for shareholders.
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Dec 31, 2024