Stock Analysis on Net

Boeing Co. (NYSE:BA)

$24.99

Return on Equity (ROE)
since 2005

Microsoft Excel

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Calculation

Boeing Co., ROE, long-term trends, calculation

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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 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), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).

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The return on equity (ROE) exhibited significant fluctuations over the observed period. Initial values demonstrated strong profitability, followed by periods of volatility and, ultimately, recovery. A detailed examination reveals distinct phases in the company’s performance.

Early Period (2005-2009)
From 2005 to 2009, ROE generally increased, starting at 23.26% and peaking at 61.65% in 2009. This period was characterized by increasing net earnings, although shareholders’ equity experienced considerable volatility, including a deficit in 2008. The high ROE in 2009 suggests a substantial return on a relatively small equity base.
Volatility and Decline (2010-2019)
The period between 2010 and 2019 saw continued high ROE values initially, reaching exceptionally high levels in 2016 (599.14%), 2017 (2,309.01%), and 2018 (3,085.55%). These peaks coincided with substantial increases in net earnings. However, 2019 marked a significant downturn, with a net loss attributable to Boeing shareholders resulting in an undefined ROE, indicating a negative shareholders’ equity position.
Significant Losses and Negative Equity (2020-2023)
The years 2020 through 2023 were marked by substantial net losses, leading to a consistently negative shareholders’ equity balance. Consequently, ROE remained undefined for these years, as the calculation is not meaningful with a negative equity base. The magnitude of the losses in 2020 and 2021 was particularly noteworthy.
Recent Recovery (2024-2025)
The most recent two years show a return to positive net earnings and a recovery in shareholders’ equity. ROE in 2024 was 40.98%, indicating a substantial improvement in profitability relative to the preceding years. This suggests a potential stabilization and recovery phase for the company.

Overall, the ROE trajectory reflects a period of strong performance followed by significant challenges and a recent indication of recovery. The extreme fluctuations highlight the sensitivity of ROE to both net income and shareholders’ equity, and the impact of substantial losses on the company’s financial metrics.


Comparison to Competitors

Boeing Co., ROE, long-term trends, comparison to competitors

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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 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), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).


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