Walmart Inc (WMT)
Return on equity (ROE)
| Jan 31, 2025 | Jan 31, 2024 | Jan 31, 2023 | Jan 31, 2022 | Jan 31, 2021 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net income | US$ in thousands | 19,436,000 | 15,511,000 | 11,680,000 | 13,673,000 | 13,510,000 |
| Total stockholders’ equity | US$ in thousands | 91,013,000 | 83,861,000 | 76,693,000 | 83,253,000 | 81,298,000 |
| ROE | 21.36% | 18.50% | 15.23% | 16.42% | 16.62% |
January 31, 2025 calculation
ROE = Net income ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $19,436,000K ÷ $91,013,000K
= 21.36%
The return on equity (ROE) for Walmart Inc has shown some fluctuations over the past five years. In January 2021, the ROE stood at 16.62%, which slightly decreased to 16.42% by January 2022. Subsequently, there was a more significant decline in the ROE to 15.23% by January 2023. However, the trend reversed in the following years with ROE increasing to 18.50% by January 2024 and further to 21.36% by January 2025.
Overall, Walmart Inc's ROE has demonstrated some variability, but the recent upward trend indicates improved profitability and efficiency in generating returns for its shareholders. This suggests that the company has been effectively utilizing its equity to generate profits and create value for its investors.
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Jan 31, 2025