Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB)
Return on equity (ROE)
| Dec 31, 2024 | Dec 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net income | US$ in thousands | 2,545,000 | 1,764,000 | 1,934,000 | 1,814,000 | 2,352,000 |
| Total stockholders’ equity | US$ in thousands | 840,000 | 915,000 | 547,000 | 514,000 | 626,000 |
| ROE | 302.98% | 192.79% | 353.56% | 352.92% | 375.72% |
December 31, 2024 calculation
ROE = Net income ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $2,545,000K ÷ $840,000K
= 302.98%
Kimberly-Clark Corporation has consistently maintained high Return on Equity (ROE) ratios over the past five years. The ROE decreased from 375.72% in December 2020 to 352.92% in December 2021, showing a slight decline. However, the company managed to maintain a strong performance with ROE figures of 353.56% in December 2022 and 302.98% in December 2024.
The significant fluctuations in ROE over the years highlight the company's ability to efficiently generate profit from shareholders' equity. The ROE of 192.79% in December 2023 is the lowest among the reported years, but it still indicates a healthy return on equity for the company.
Overall, Kimberly-Clark Corporation's ROE ratios demonstrate a strong financial performance and efficient utilization of shareholder funds to generate profits, albeit with some variations in performance over the years.
Peer comparison
Dec 31, 2024