Xerox Corp (XRX)
Return on equity (ROE)
| Dec 31, 2024 | Dec 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net income | US$ in thousands | -1,321,000 | 1,000 | -322,000 | -455,000 | 192,000 |
| Total stockholders’ equity | US$ in thousands | 1,076,000 | 2,538,000 | 3,343,000 | 4,436,000 | 5,592,000 |
| ROE | -122.77% | 0.04% | -9.63% | -10.26% | 3.43% |
December 31, 2024 calculation
ROE = Net income ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $-1,321,000K ÷ $1,076,000K
= -122.77%
Based on the data provided for Xerox Corp's Return on Equity (ROE) from December 31, 2020, to December 31, 2024, there are significant fluctuations in the company's performance in generating returns for its shareholders.
1. December 31, 2020: Xerox Corp had an ROE of 3.43%, indicating a modest return on equity for that year, suggesting that the company was able to generate a reasonable return for its shareholders.
2. December 31, 2021: The ROE decreased significantly to -10.26%, indicating that Xerox Corp experienced a loss in generating returns for its shareholders, possibly due to operational challenges or financial setbacks during that period.
3. December 31, 2022: The negative trend continued with an ROE of -9.63%, suggesting ongoing difficulties in profitability and efficiency in utilizing shareholders' equity.
4. December 31, 2023: The ROE improved slightly to 0.04%, moving back into positive territory but still indicating minimal return on equity for shareholders.
5. December 31, 2024: There was a drastic decline in performance with an ROE of -122.77%, reflecting a substantial loss and a significant deterioration in the company's ability to generate returns for its investors.
Overall, the fluctuations in Xerox Corp's ROE over the five-year period highlight the company's challenges in delivering consistent and favorable returns on equity, potentially indicating underlying issues that may require further analysis and strategic intervention to improve financial performance and enhance shareholder value.
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Dec 31, 2024