O-I Glass Inc (OI)

Return on equity (ROE)

Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019
Net income US$ in thousands -103,000 584,000 149,000 249,000 -400,000
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 1,609,000 1,417,000 720,000 297,000 467,000
ROE -6.40% 41.21% 20.69% 83.84% -85.65%

December 31, 2023 calculation

ROE = Net income ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $-103,000K ÷ $1,609,000K
= -6.40%

O-I Glass Inc's return on equity (ROE) has exhibited significant variability over the past five years. In 2023, the ROE stood at -6.40%, indicating a negative return on shareholders' equity. This decline from the previous year's ROE of 41.21% suggests a substantial decrease in the company's profitability and efficiency in generating returns for shareholders.

Comparing the ROE in 2023 to historical data, it is evident that O-I Glass Inc experienced a sharp decrease in return on equity. The ROE in 2022 and 2021 was 41.21% and 20.69%, respectively, reflecting a downward trend in profitability from previous years. However, the company's performance in 2020 stood out with an ROE of 83.84%, indicating a significant increase in profitability and efficiency in that particular year.

Moreover, the ROE in 2019 was notably negative at -85.65%, indicating a drastic downturn in shareholder returns compared to the following years. Overall, the inconsistency in O-I Glass Inc's ROE performance highlights potential challenges and fluctuations in the company's ability to generate returns on equity for its shareholders over the analyzed period.