Protagonist Therapeutics Inc (PTGX)

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 275,188 170,849 169,954 162,110 -76,659 -135,279 -131,335 -133,506 -122,826 -128,448 -132,091 -122,302 -125,551 -107,530 -81,489 -70,068 -66,150 -64,765 -73,411 -83,164
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 675,295 531,915 541,324 560,444 336,677 -643,045 294,068 -570,480 -536,755 243,616 267,978 301,778 -409,362 329,660 357,447 259,334 -283,811 169,590 167,485 62,666
ROE 40.75% 32.12% 31.40% 28.93% -22.77% -44.66% -52.73% -49.29% -40.53% -32.62% -22.80% -27.02% -38.19% -43.83% -132.71%

December 31, 2024 calculation

ROE = Net income (ttm) ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $275,188K ÷ $675,295K
= 40.75%

Protagonist Therapeutics Inc's return on equity (ROE) has exhibited significant fluctuations over the past few years. Beginning in March 2020 with a negative ROE of -132.71%, the company showed improvements in subsequent quarters but remained in negative territory until the end of March 2024.

The negative ROE figures indicate that during these periods, Protagonist Therapeutics Inc was generating net losses, relative to its shareholders' equity. This may suggest inefficiencies in the company's operations, high expenses, or other financial challenges affecting its profitability.

However, starting in March 2024, the company saw a notable turnaround, achieving a positive ROE of 28.93%, followed by further increases reaching 40.75% by the end of December 2024. These positive ROE figures indicate that Protagonist Therapeutics Inc was able to generate profits exceeding the amount of shareholder equity invested, reflecting better financial performance and efficiency.

Overall, the recent trend of improving ROE suggests that Protagonist Therapeutics Inc has made positive strides in enhancing its financial performance and generating returns for its shareholders. Continued monitoring of the ROE will be crucial in assessing the company's ongoing profitability and value creation.