Interpublic Group of Companies Inc (IPG)

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 689,500 808,200 1,031,800 1,082,800 1,098,400 932,400 940,500 904,600 938,000 998,700 986,800 1,020,500 952,800 707,200 747,000 438,100 351,100 567,700 453,600 668,700
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 3,797,400 3,725,800 3,835,600 3,824,100 3,942,600 3,680,200 3,686,300 3,559,300 3,647,900 3,404,600 3,436,700 3,487,000 3,526,000 3,171,400 3,062,900 2,874,000 2,895,000 2,722,600 2,450,400 2,532,500
ROE 18.16% 21.69% 26.90% 28.32% 27.86% 25.34% 25.51% 25.42% 25.71% 29.33% 28.71% 29.27% 27.02% 22.30% 24.39% 15.24% 12.13% 20.85% 18.51% 26.40%

December 31, 2024 calculation

ROE = Net income (ttm) ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $689,500K ÷ $3,797,400K
= 18.16%

Interpublic Group of Companies Inc's return on equity (ROE) has fluctuated over the given period, ranging from a low of 12.13% on December 31, 2020, to a high of 29.33% on September 30, 2022.

Overall, the trend in ROE shows some volatility but remains relatively strong, with ROE consistently above 20% for most quarters. This indicates that the company is effectively utilizing its equity to generate profits for shareholders.

However, there was a slight decrease in ROE in the most recent quarter, standing at 18.16% on December 31, 2024. This decline may warrant further investigation to understand the factors affecting the company's profitability and efficiency in utilizing equity.

In conclusion, while Interpublic Group of Companies Inc has shown solid ROE performance over the period, monitoring the trend and identifying any challenges impacting ROE will be crucial for investors and stakeholders.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
ROE
Interpublic Group of Companies Inc
IPG
18.16%
Omnicom Group Inc
OMC
35.31%