Trex Company Inc (TREX)

Return on equity (ROE)

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Net income US$ in thousands 226,392 205,384 184,626 208,737 175,631
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 850,142 716,671 518,349 725,034 588,531
ROE 26.63% 28.66% 35.62% 28.79% 29.84%

December 31, 2024 calculation

ROE = Net income ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $226,392K ÷ $850,142K
= 26.63%

Trex Company Inc's return on equity (ROE) has shown some fluctuations over the past five years.

As of December 31, 2020, the ROE was reported at 29.84%, indicating that for every dollar of shareholders' equity, the company generated a profit of approximately 29.84 cents.

By December 31, 2021, the ROE slightly decreased to 28.79%, suggesting a slight decline in the company's profitability relative to the prior year. However, by December 31, 2022, the ROE rebounded significantly to 35.62%, reflecting a notable improvement in the company's ability to generate returns for its shareholders.

Subsequently, by December 31, 2023, the ROE decreased to 28.66%, indicating a dip in profitability compared to the preceding year. Finally, as of December 31, 2024, the ROE further declined to 26.63%, signaling a continued decrease in the company's return on equity.

Overall, while the company experienced fluctuations in its ROE over the five-year period, it is crucial for stakeholders to monitor and assess the reasons behind these variations to ensure sustainable and optimal performance in the future.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
ROE
Trex Company Inc
TREX
26.63%
Koppers Holdings Inc
KOP
17.88%
Louisiana-Pacific Corporation
LPX
25.13%