La-Z-Boy Incorporated (LZB)

Return on equity (ROE)

Apr 30, 2024 Apr 27, 2024 Apr 30, 2023 Apr 29, 2023 Apr 30, 2022
Net income US$ in thousands 122,626 122,626 150,664 150,664 150,017
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 1,003,060 1,003,060 941,836 941,836 810,725
ROE 12.23% 12.23% 16.00% 16.00% 18.50%

April 30, 2024 calculation

ROE = Net income ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $122,626K ÷ $1,003,060K
= 12.23%

La-Z-Boy Incorporated's Return on Equity (ROE) has shown a decreasing trend over the period analyzed. In April 2022, the ROE was 18.50%, indicating that the company generated $18.50 in net income for every $100 of shareholders' equity. However, by April 2024, the ROE had decreased to 12.23%.

A declining ROE can suggest that the company's profitability or efficiency in generating returns from its equity has weakened over time. It is important to investigate the factors contributing to this decline, such as changes in net income, equity levels, or operational inefficiencies.

Investors and analysts may need to further examine La-Z-Boy's financial performance, strategic decisions, and operational effectiveness to assess the reasons behind the decreasing ROE and its implications for the company's overall financial health and shareholder value.


Peer comparison

Apr 30, 2024

Company name
Symbol
ROE
La-Z-Boy Incorporated
LZB
12.23%
Leggett & Platt Incorporated
LEG
-74.19%
Somnigroup International Inc.
SGI
68.75%