RBC Bearings Incorporated (RBC)

Return on equity (ROE)

Mar 31, 2024 Mar 31, 2023 Mar 31, 2022 Mar 31, 2021 Mar 31, 2020
Net income US$ in thousands 209,900 166,700 54,700 90,100 126,036
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 2,751,900 2,535,900 2,372,500 1,232,100 1,122,900
ROE 7.63% 6.57% 2.31% 7.31% 11.22%

March 31, 2024 calculation

ROE = Net income ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $209,900K ÷ $2,751,900K
= 7.63%

Over the past five years, RBC Bearings Incorporated's return on equity (ROE) has shown fluctuations. In the most recent fiscal year ending on March 31, 2024, the ROE stood at 7.63%, a slight increase from the prior year's 6.57%. However, compared to two years ago, the ROE has significantly improved, as it was only 2.31% in fiscal year 2022. Looking back further, in fiscal years 2021 and 2020, the ROE was 7.31% and 11.22%, respectively.

The trend in ROE indicates variability in the company's ability to generate profits from shareholders' equity over the years. While the recent increase is positive, it is essential to monitor the consistency of this improvement to ensure sustainable growth and efficiency in utilizing shareholders' equity for profitability.


Peer comparison

Mar 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
ROE
RBC Bearings Incorporated
RBC
7.63%
Timken Company
TKR
15.26%