Vistra Energy Corp (VST)

Return on equity (ROE)

Dec 31, 2024 Sep 30, 2024 Jun 30, 2024 Mar 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Sep 30, 2023 Jun 30, 2023 Mar 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Sep 30, 2022 Jun 30, 2022 Mar 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Sep 30, 2021 Jun 30, 2021 Mar 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Sep 30, 2020 Jun 30, 2020 Mar 31, 2020
Net income (ttm) US$ in thousands 2,659,000 2,034,000 648,000 759,000 1,493,000 1,429,000 1,595,000 -238,000 -1,221,000 -247,000 -908,000 485,000 -1,274,000 -2,029,000 -1,593,000 -1,463,000 636,000 899,000 569,000 759,000
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 5,570,000 5,441,000 5,593,000 5,656,000 5,307,000 5,506,000 5,359,000 5,201,000 4,902,000 5,582,000 5,392,000 7,300,000 8,291,000 6,036,000 6,076,000 6,100,000 8,371,000 8,444,000 8,056,000 7,936,000
ROE 47.74% 37.38% 11.59% 13.42% 28.13% 25.95% 29.76% -4.58% -24.91% -4.42% -16.84% 6.64% -15.37% -33.61% -26.22% -23.98% 7.60% 10.65% 7.06% 9.56%

December 31, 2024 calculation

ROE = Net income (ttm) ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $2,659,000K ÷ $5,570,000K
= 47.74%

The return on equity (ROE) of Vistra Energy Corp has shown significant variability over the periods outlined in the data.

From March 31, 2020, to December 31, 2020, the ROE fluctuated between 7.06% and 10.65%, indicating relatively stable performance during this period.

However, starting from March 31, 2021, to June 30, 2022, the company experienced negative ROE figures, suggesting operational challenges or financial difficulties. The ROE hit its lowest point at -33.61% on September 30, 2021.

Subsequently, there was a rebound in performance from March 31, 2023, onwards, with significant improvements in ROE reaching as high as 47.74% by December 31, 2024. This increase indicates a strong recovery and improved profitability for the company during this period.

Overall, the analysis of Vistra Energy Corp's ROE demonstrates a mixed performance, with periods of instability followed by notable improvements, reflecting the company's efforts to overcome challenges and enhance shareholder value over time.