Return on Equity (ROE)
since 2005
Calculation
DuPont de Nemours Inc., ROE, long-term trends, calculation
| ROE | = | 100 | × | Net income attributable to DuPont1 | ÷ | Total DuPont stockholders’ equity1 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 31, 2019 | 1.22% | = | 100 | × | 498) | ÷ | 40,987) |
| Dec 31, 2018 | 4.06% | = | 100 | × | 3,844) | ÷ | 94,571) |
| Dec 31, 2017 | 1.46% | = | 100 | × | 1,460) | ÷ | 100,330) |
| Dec 31, 2016 | 16.62% | = | 100 | × | 4,318) | ÷ | 25,987) |
| Dec 31, 2015 | 30.29% | = | 100 | × | 7,685) | ÷ | 25,374) |
| Dec 31, 2014 | 16.82% | = | 100 | × | 3,772) | ÷ | 22,423) |
| Dec 31, 2013 | 17.80% | = | 100 | × | 4,787) | ÷ | 26,898) |
| Dec 31, 2012 | 5.66% | = | 100 | × | 1,182) | ÷ | 20,877) |
| Dec 31, 2011 | 12.31% | = | 100 | × | 2,742) | ÷ | 22,281) |
| Dec 31, 2010 | 10.58% | = | 100 | × | 2,310) | ÷ | 21,839) |
| Dec 31, 2009 | 3.15% | = | 100 | × | 648) | ÷ | 20,555) |
| Dec 31, 2008 | 4.29% | = | 100 | × | 579) | ÷ | 13,511) |
| Dec 31, 2007 | 14.89% | = | 100 | × | 2,887) | ÷ | 19,389) |
| Dec 31, 2006 | 21.82% | = | 100 | × | 3,724) | ÷ | 17,065) |
| Dec 31, 2005 | 29.46% | = | 100 | × | 4,515) | ÷ | 15,324) |
Based on: 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).
1 US$ in millions
- Net Income Trends
- The net income attributable to the company exhibits significant volatility over the analyzed period. Starting at 4,515 million US dollars in 2005, net income declined consistently until 2008, reaching a low of 579 million US dollars. Following this, a general recovery trend is observed with peaks and troughs; notable peaks occurred in 2013 at 4,787 million US dollars and in 2015 at 7,685 million US dollars. However, subsequent years show a downward trend again, with a considerable decline in 2019 to 498 million US dollars.
- Total Stockholders' Equity Trends
- Total stockholders' equity shows an overall increasing trend from 15,324 million US dollars in 2005 to a substantial peak in 2017 at 100,330 million US dollars. This peak is followed by declines in 2018 and 2019, settling at 40,987 million US dollars at the end of 2019. The large increase leading up to 2017 suggests significant equity accumulation or revaluation, followed by a reduction in the last two years of the period.
- Return on Equity (ROE) Patterns
- The ROE reflects fluctuating profitability relative to shareholders’ equity. Initial readings in 2005 to 2007 show a decreasing trend from 29.46% to 14.89%, which corresponds with decreasing net income. The lowest ROE figures occur in 2008 and 2009, at 4.29% and 3.15% respectively, indicating reduced efficiency in generating profit from equity during those years. There is an improvement from 2010 to 2011, peaking modestly around 12.31%, followed by variability and a notable peak in 2015 at 30.29%. The period from 2016 onward reveals a declining ROE, falling sharply to 1.22% in 2019, consistent with the decline observed in net income and total equity towards the end of the period.
- Insights and Overall Observations
- The financial data portrays a company experiencing significant fluctuations in profitability and equity over 15 years. The periods of high net income and equity accumulation correspond with improved ROE, reflecting better returns to shareholders. However, the volatility in these indicators suggests exposure to cyclical or operational challenges. The marked increase in equity around 2017, followed by sharp declines in subsequent years alongside decreasing net income and ROE, may indicate restructuring, asset sales, or other significant financial events impacting the company’s capital base and earnings capacity. Overall, the data signals periods of recovery and contraction, with a need for strategic focus on stabilizing profitability and efficient equity utilization.
Comparison to Competitors
DuPont de Nemours Inc., ROE, long-term trends, comparison to competitors
| DuPont de Nemours Inc. | Linde plc | Sherwin-Williams Co. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 31, 2019 | 1.22% | 4.66% | 37.38% |
| Dec 31, 2018 | 4.06% | 8.49% | 29.72% |
| Dec 31, 2017 | 1.46% | 20.72% | 48.00% |
| Dec 31, 2016 | 16.62% | 29.87% | 60.30% |
| Dec 31, 2015 | 30.29% | 35.25% | 121.42% |
| Dec 31, 2014 | 16.82% | 30.13% | 86.90% |
| Dec 31, 2013 | 17.80% | 26.55% | 42.41% |
| Dec 31, 2012 | 5.66% | 27.90% | 35.22% |
| Dec 31, 2011 | 12.31% | 30.47% | 29.13% |
| Dec 31, 2010 | 10.58% | 20.63% | 28.74% |
| Dec 31, 2009 | 3.15% | 23.59% | 29.23% |
| Dec 31, 2008 | 4.29% | 30.21% | 29.70% |
| Dec 31, 2007 | 14.89% | 22.89% | 34.47% |
| Dec 31, 2006 | 21.82% | 21.70% | 28.91% |
| Dec 31, 2005 | 29.46% | 18.61% | 26.77% |
Based on: 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).
Comparison to Sector (Chemicals)
DuPont de Nemours Inc., ROE, long-term trends, comparison to sector (chemicals)
| DuPont de Nemours Inc. | Chemicals | |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 31, 2019 | 1.22% | 7.19% |
| Dec 31, 2018 | 4.06% | 9.92% |
| Dec 31, 2017 | 1.46% | 31.09% |
| Dec 31, 2016 | 16.62% | 38.16% |
| Dec 31, 2015 | 30.29% | 49.47% |
| Dec 31, 2014 | 16.82% | 38.67% |
| Dec 31, 2013 | 17.80% | 29.91% |
| Dec 31, 2012 | 5.66% | 29.57% |
| Dec 31, 2011 | 12.31% | 30.18% |
| Dec 31, 2010 | 10.58% | 22.39% |
| Dec 31, 2009 | 3.15% | 24.83% |
| Dec 31, 2008 | 4.29% | 30.06% |
| Dec 31, 2007 | 14.89% | 25.88% |
| Dec 31, 2006 | 21.82% | 23.89% |
| Dec 31, 2005 | 29.46% | 21.11% |
Based on: 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).
Comparison to Industry (Materials)
DuPont de Nemours Inc., ROE, long-term trends, comparison to industry (materials)
| DuPont de Nemours Inc. | Materials | |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 31, 2019 | 1.22% | 5.74% |
| Dec 31, 2018 | 4.06% | 12.42% |
| Dec 31, 2017 | 1.46% | 27.34% |
| Dec 31, 2016 | 16.62% | -11.75% |
| Dec 31, 2015 | 30.29% | -73.64% |
| Dec 31, 2014 | 16.82% | 5.03% |
| Dec 31, 2013 | 17.80% | 17.62% |
| Dec 31, 2012 | 5.66% | 21.12% |
| Dec 31, 2011 | 12.31% | 29.47% |
| Dec 31, 2010 | 10.58% | 30.11% |
| Dec 31, 2009 | 3.15% | 27.87% |
| Dec 31, 2008 | 4.29% | -82.36% |
| Dec 31, 2007 | 14.89% | 18.96% |
| Dec 31, 2006 | 21.82% | 33.59% |
| Dec 31, 2005 | 29.46% | 29.22% |
Based on: 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).