Stock Analysis on Net

Lam Research Corp. (NASDAQ:LRCX)

$24.99

Return on Equity (ROE)
since 2005

Microsoft Excel

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Calculation

Lam Research Corp., ROE, long-term trends, calculation

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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2024-06-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-06-25), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-06-26), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-06-27), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-06-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-06-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-06-24), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-06-25), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-06-26), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-06-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-06-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-06-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-06-24), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-06-26), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-06-27), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-06-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-06-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-06-24), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-06-25), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-06-26).

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The analysis of the financial data over the examined period reveals several notable trends and fluctuations in key performance indicators.

Net Income
The net income exhibits significant volatility throughout the period. Initially, there is a general upward trend reaching a peak in the fiscal year ending June 24, 2007. However, the subsequent year sees a substantial decline, with a notable loss recorded in June 28, 2009. Following this dip, net income recovers and shows a consistent growth pattern from 2010 onwards, with exceptional spikes observed in the years ending June 25, 2017, and June 27, 2021. Despite some fluctuations, net income remains robust in the most recent years, indicating strong profitability. The year ending June 30, 2024, shows a slight decline compared to the previous year but remains at a comparatively high level.
Stockholders’ Equity
Stockholders’ equity demonstrates overall growth with some periods of volatility. From the initial value, equity increased steadily until a peak in the year ending June 24, 2012. A noticeable decline occurs after this peak, reaching a trough in the year ending June 30, 2019. Since then, equity has resumed an upward trajectory, attaining its highest values in the most recent fiscal years. This suggests that despite intermittent decreases, the company has strengthened its financial foundation over the long term.
Return on Equity (ROE)
The ROE percentage shows substantial variation across the years. Initially, ROE is relatively high but drops significantly in the years succeeding June 24, 2007, even becoming negative in 2009, corresponding with the net income loss. After this low point, ROE improves steadily and reaches very high peaks in the years ending June 27, 2021, and June 26, 2022, with values exceeding 60%. In recent years, ROE declines somewhat but maintains a strong level above 40%, indicating efficient utilization of equity to generate profits.

Overall, the data points to a company that experienced considerable earnings volatility in the early years, including a notable loss, followed by a period of consistent recovery and growth in profitability. The shareholder equity base, while fluctuating, shows overall strengthening, particularly in recent years. The ROE trend aligns with net income changes, reflecting improved profitability and equity management in the later periods. These patterns collectively suggest enhanced financial health and operational efficiency over time, despite earlier periods of challenge.


Comparison to Competitors

Lam Research Corp., ROE, long-term trends, comparison to competitors

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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2024-06-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-06-25), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-06-26), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-06-27), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-06-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-06-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-06-24), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-06-25), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-06-26), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-06-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-06-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-06-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-06-24), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-06-26), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-06-27), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-06-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-06-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-06-24), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-06-25), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-06-26).


Comparison to Sector (Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment)

Lam Research Corp., ROE, long-term trends, comparison to sector (semiconductors & semiconductor equipment)

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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2024-06-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-06-25), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-06-26), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-06-27), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-06-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-06-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-06-24), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-06-25), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-06-26), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-06-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-06-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-06-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-06-24), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-06-26), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-06-27), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-06-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-06-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-06-24), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-06-25), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-06-26).


Comparison to Industry (Information Technology)