Royal Gold Inc (RGLD)

Return on equity (ROE)

Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Jun 30, 2021 Jun 30, 2020 Jun 30, 2019
Net income US$ in thousands 239,440 238,982 302,532 199,343 93,825
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 2,888,220 2,741,090 2,490,770 2,272,220 2,136,680
ROE 8.29% 8.72% 12.15% 8.77% 4.39%

December 31, 2023 calculation

ROE = Net income ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $239,440K ÷ $2,888,220K
= 8.29%

Royal Gold, Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) has shown some fluctuations over the past five years. In 2023, the ROE was 8.29%, a slight decrease from the previous year's 8.72%. The ROE peaked at 12.15% in June 2021 before decreasing to 8.77% in June 2020. In June 2019, the ROE was at its lowest point at 4.39%.

Overall, Royal Gold, Inc.'s ROE has been relatively stable, with fluctuations within a moderate range. Investors may want to further investigate the factors contributing to these fluctuations to assess the company's profitability and efficiency in generating returns for its shareholders.