Robert Half International Inc (RHI)

Return on equity (ROE)

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Net income US$ in thousands 251,598 411,146 657,919 598,626 306,276
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 1,378,000 1,588,350 1,568,560 1,381,050 1,205,290
ROE 18.26% 25.89% 41.94% 43.35% 25.41%

December 31, 2024 calculation

ROE = Net income ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $251,598K ÷ $1,378,000K
= 18.26%

Robert Half International Inc's return on equity (ROE) shows a favorable trend over the past five years. The ROE increased significantly from 25.41% on December 31, 2020, to its peak at 43.35% on December 31, 2021. Despite a slight decrease in the following years, the ROE remained relatively high, registering at 41.94% on December 31, 2022, and 25.89% on December 31, 2023. However, there was a notable decline to 18.26% by December 31, 2024, indicating a decrease in profitability relative to shareholders' equity. Overall, the company has demonstrated strong performance in generating profits from shareholders' investments, although the decreasing trend in recent years should be monitored for any underlying operational or financial challenges.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024