VF Corporation (VFC)
Return on equity (ROE)
| Mar 31, 2025 | Mar 31, 2024 | Mar 31, 2023 | Mar 31, 2022 | Mar 31, 2021 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net income | US$ in thousands | -189,716 | -968,882 | 118,584 | 1,386,940 | 407,869 |
| Total stockholders’ equity | US$ in thousands | 1,487,360 | 1,658,360 | 2,910,710 | 3,530,360 | 3,056,160 |
| ROE | -12.76% | -58.42% | 4.07% | 39.29% | 13.35% |
March 31, 2025 calculation
ROE = Net income ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $-189,716K ÷ $1,487,360K
= -12.76%
Based on the provided data, VF Corporation's return on equity (ROE) has experienced significant fluctuations over the past five years. In March 2021, the ROE stood at 13.35%, indicating that for every dollar of shareholder equity, the company generated a return of 13.35 cents.
The following year, in March 2022, the ROE surged to 39.29%, reflecting a substantial improvement in the company's profitability and efficiency in generating returns for shareholders.
However, the performance took a downturn in March 2023, with an ROE of 4.07%, suggesting a decline in the company's ability to generate profits from the shareholders' equity.
The most concerning trend is seen in March 2024 and 2025, wherein the ROE turned negative, at -58.42% and -12.76% respectively. A negative ROE indicates that the company is not generating profits from the shareholder's equity and may be facing financial challenges.
Overall, the fluctuating trend in VF Corporation's ROE over the years highlights the importance of a thorough analysis of the company's financial performance and the factors influencing its profitability and efficiency in utilizing shareholder equity.
Peer comparison
Mar 31, 2025