Smurfit WestRock plc (SW)

Return on equity (ROE)

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Net income US$ in thousands 801,000 837,893 1,012,340 768,778 670,324
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands — 6,146,020 5,025,000 4,379,000 3,770,000
ROE — 13.63% 20.15% 17.56% 17.78%

December 31, 2024 calculation

ROE = Net income ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $801,000K ÷ $—K
= —

Smurfit WestRock plc's return on equity (ROE) has shown variability over the past few years.

In 2020, the ROE was 17.78%, indicating that for every dollar of shareholders' equity, the company generated a return of 17.78%. This suggests the company effectively utilized its equity to generate profits.

The ROE slightly decreased to 17.56% in 2021, indicating a slight decline in profitability compared to the previous year. However, the ROE rebounded in 2022 to 20.15%, indicating improved efficiency and profitability in that year.

The ROE then decreased significantly to 13.63% in 2023, which could signal challenges in maintaining profitability or managing equity efficiently.

Unfortunately, data for 2024 is not available; hence, it is not possible to assess the company's performance in that year.

Overall, the company's ROE performance has been somewhat fluctuating in the period under review, with potential areas for improvement in maintaining consistent profitability levels and effectively managing equity investments.