AT&T Inc (T)
Return on equity (ROE)
| Dec 31, 2024 | Dec 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net income | US$ in thousands | 10,948,000 | 14,400,000 | -8,524,000 | 20,081,000 | -5,176,000 |
| Total stockholders’ equity | US$ in thousands | 104,372,000 | 103,297,000 | 97,500,000 | 166,332,000 | 161,673,000 |
| ROE | 10.49% | 13.94% | -8.74% | 12.07% | -3.20% |
December 31, 2024 calculation
ROE = Net income ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $10,948,000K ÷ $104,372,000K
= 10.49%
AT&T Inc's return on equity (ROE) has shown variability over the period from 2020 to 2024. In 2020, the ROE was negative at -3.20%, indicating a lower profitability relative to shareholders' equity. However, the company improved its performance significantly in 2021, with an ROE of 12.07%, reflecting a better utilization of equity to generate profits.
In 2022, the ROE declined sharply to -8.74%, suggesting a decrease in profitability compared to the previous year. The following year, in 2023, AT&T Inc managed to rebound with an ROE of 13.94%, indicating a strong performance in generating profits from shareholders' equity.
By the end of 2024, the ROE decreased slightly to 10.49%, still reflecting a solid profitability level relative to equity. Overall, although AT&T Inc's ROE has shown fluctuations, the company has demonstrated the ability to generate profits for shareholders over the analyzed period.
Peer comparison
Dec 31, 2024