Return on Equity (ROE)
since 2008
Calculation
Warner Bros. Discovery Inc., ROE, long-term trends, calculation
| ROE | = | 100 | × | Net income (loss) available to Discovery, Inc.1 | ÷ | Total Discovery, Inc. stockholders’ equity1 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 31, 2021 | 8.67% | = | 100 | × | 1,006) | ÷ | 11,599) |
| Dec 31, 2020 | 11.65% | = | 100 | × | 1,219) | ÷ | 10,464) |
| Dec 31, 2019 | 20.92% | = | 100 | × | 2,069) | ÷ | 9,891) |
| Dec 31, 2018 | 7.08% | = | 100 | × | 594) | ÷ | 8,386) |
| Dec 31, 2017 | -7.31% | = | 100 | × | (337) | ÷ | 4,610) |
| Dec 31, 2016 | 23.11% | = | 100 | × | 1,194) | ÷ | 5,167) |
| Dec 31, 2015 | 18.97% | = | 100 | × | 1,034) | ÷ | 5,451) |
| Dec 31, 2014 | 20.33% | = | 100 | × | 1,139) | ÷ | 5,602) |
| Dec 31, 2013 | 17.35% | = | 100 | × | 1,075) | ÷ | 6,196) |
| Dec 31, 2012 | 14.99% | = | 100 | × | 943) | ÷ | 6,291) |
| Dec 31, 2011 | 17.37% | = | 100 | × | 1,132) | ÷ | 6,517) |
| Dec 31, 2010 | 10.49% | = | 100 | × | 653) | ÷ | 6,225) |
| Dec 31, 2009 | 9.02% | = | 100 | × | 560) | ÷ | 6,208) |
| Dec 31, 2008 | 5.73% | = | 100 | × | 317) | ÷ | 5,536) |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31).
1 US$ in millions
The financial data reveals several noteworthy trends in profitability and equity over the analyzed period.
- Net Income (Loss) Available to Discovery, Inc.
- Net income generally demonstrates an upward trend from 2008 through 2010, increasing from 317 million to 653 million US dollars. This upward momentum continues more significantly in subsequent years, peaking at 2,069 million in 2019. Notable fluctuations occur, with a substantial loss recorded in 2017 (-337 million), representing a sharp deviation from the otherwise positive earnings. After recovering, net income shows some volatility but remains positive, with decreases observed in 2020 and 2021 to 1,219 million and 1,006 million, respectively.
- Total Discovery, Inc. Stockholders’ Equity
- Stockholders' equity reveals variability but tends to experience periods of decline, particularly from 2012 through 2015, dropping from 6,291 million to 5,167 million dollars. However, a notable recovery begins in 2016, with a sharp increase in 2018 reaching 8,386 million, and continuing upward to 11,599 million by the end of 2021. This indicates an overall strengthening of the financial base toward the end of the period.
- Return on Equity (ROE)
- ROE demonstrates positive growth in alignment with net income increases through 2016, peaking at 23.11%. The significant loss in 2017 correlates with a negative ROE of -7.31%. Subsequently, ROE recovers robustly in 2018 to 7.08%, then surges again to 20.92% in 2019. The later years show a downward trend in ROE, falling to 11.65% in 2020 and 8.67% in 2021, indicating lower efficiency in generating profits from equity.
In summary, the data indicates growth in net income and equity over the long term, albeit with substantial short-term volatility, particularly in 2017. The recovery of both profitability and equity post-2017 suggests improved operations or capital structure adjustments. ROE mirrors these trends, reflecting periods of strong profitability efficiency alternating with downturns.
Comparison to Competitors
Warner Bros. Discovery Inc., ROE, long-term trends, comparison to competitors
| Warner Bros. Discovery Inc. | Alphabet Inc. | Comcast Corp. | Meta Platforms Inc. | Netflix Inc. | Walt Disney Co. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 31, 2021 | 8.67% | 30.22% | 14.73% | 31.53% | 32.28% | 2.25% |
| Dec 31, 2020 | 11.65% | 18.09% | 11.66% | 22.72% | 24.96% | -3.43% |
| Dec 31, 2019 | 20.92% | 17.05% | 15.78% | 18.29% | 24.62% | 12.44% |
| Dec 31, 2018 | 7.08% | 17.30% | 16.38% | 26.28% | 23.12% | 25.83% |
| Dec 31, 2017 | -7.31% | 8.30% | 33.11% | 21.43% | 15.60% | 21.74% |
| Dec 31, 2016 | 23.11% | 14.01% | 16.12% | 17.26% | 6.97% | 21.71% |
| Dec 31, 2015 | 18.97% | 13.59% | 15.62% | 8.34% | 5.52% | 18.83% |
| Dec 31, 2014 | 20.33% | 13.82% | 15.90% | 8.14% | 14.36% | 16.68% |
| Dec 31, 2013 | 17.35% | 14.80% | 13.45% | 9.70% | 8.43% | 13.51% |
| Dec 31, 2012 | 14.99% | 14.97% | 12.57% | 0.45% | 2.30% | 14.29% |
| Dec 31, 2011 | 17.37% | 16.75% | 8.80% | — | 35.18% | 12.86% |
| Dec 31, 2010 | 10.49% | 18.39% | 8.20% | — | 55.44% | 10.56% |
| Dec 31, 2009 | 9.02% | 18.11% | 8.52% | — | 58.18% | 9.80% |
| Dec 31, 2008 | 5.73% | 14.97% | 6.30% | — | 23.92% | 13.70% |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31).
Comparison to Sector (Media & Entertainment)
Warner Bros. Discovery Inc., ROE, long-term trends, comparison to sector (media & entertainment)
| Warner Bros. Discovery Inc. | Media & Entertainment | |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 31, 2021 | 8.67% | 23.69% |
| Dec 31, 2020 | 11.65% | 14.90% |
| Dec 31, 2019 | 20.92% | 16.36% |
| Dec 31, 2018 | 7.08% | 20.24% |
| Dec 31, 2017 | -7.31% | 17.88% |
| Dec 31, 2016 | 23.11% | 16.09% |
| Dec 31, 2015 | 18.97% | 13.93% |
| Dec 31, 2014 | 20.33% | 13.96% |
| Dec 31, 2013 | 17.35% | 13.73% |
| Dec 31, 2012 | 14.99% | 13.09% |
| Dec 31, 2011 | 17.37% | 13.20% |
| Dec 31, 2010 | 10.49% | 12.67% |
| Dec 31, 2009 | 9.02% | 12.06% |
| Dec 31, 2008 | 5.73% | 11.13% |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31).
Comparison to Industry (Communication Services)
Warner Bros. Discovery Inc., ROE, long-term trends, comparison to industry (communication services)
| Warner Bros. Discovery Inc. | Communication Services | |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 31, 2021 | 8.67% | 20.34% |
| Dec 31, 2020 | 11.65% | 11.50% |
| Dec 31, 2019 | 20.92% | 15.27% |
| Dec 31, 2018 | 7.08% | 17.89% |
| Dec 31, 2017 | -7.31% | 22.85% |
| Dec 31, 2016 | 23.11% | 16.35% |
| Dec 31, 2015 | 18.97% | 16.38% |
| Dec 31, 2014 | 20.33% | 14.00% |
| Dec 31, 2013 | 17.35% | 16.63% |
| Dec 31, 2012 | 14.99% | 10.32% |
| Dec 31, 2011 | 17.37% | 8.87% |
| Dec 31, 2010 | 10.49% | 13.88% |
| Dec 31, 2009 | 9.02% | 11.62% |
| Dec 31, 2008 | 5.73% | 12.77% |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31).