Sturm Ruger & Company Inc (RGR)

Return on equity (ROE)

Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019
Net income US$ in thousands 48,215 88,332 155,899 90,398 32,291
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 331,721 316,738 363,661 264,699 285,458
ROE 14.53% 27.89% 42.87% 34.15% 11.31%

December 31, 2023 calculation

ROE = Net income ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $48,215K ÷ $331,721K
= 14.53%

Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) has exhibited fluctuations over the past five years. The ROE decreased from 11.31% in 2019 to 34.15% in 2020, indicating a significant improvement in the company's ability to generate profits from its shareholders' equity. However, in 2021, the ROE further increased to 42.87%, suggesting that the company's profitability and efficiency in utilizing shareholders' equity improved even more substantially.

Subsequently, in 2022, the ROE saw another notable increase to 27.89%, although it was lower compared to the previous year. This could signal a possible decline in the company's profitability growth rate. Finally, in 2023, the ROE further decreased to 14.53%, indicating a significant drop in the company's ability to generate returns for its shareholders relative to the previous year.

Overall, Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc.'s ROE demonstrates a mixed performance over the period, with significant fluctuations year-on-year. It is essential for investors and stakeholders to further investigate the underlying factors driving these changes in ROE to assess the company's financial health and long-term sustainability.


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Dec 31, 2023