Return on Equity (ROE)
since 2005
Calculation
McKesson Corp., ROE, long-term trends, calculation
| ROE | = | 100 | × | Net income (loss) attributable to McKesson Corporation1 | ÷ | Total McKesson Corporation stockholders’ equity1 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 31, 2016 | 25.30% | = | 100 | × | 2,258) | ÷ | 8,924) |
| Mar 31, 2015 | 18.45% | = | 100 | × | 1,476) | ÷ | 8,001) |
| Mar 31, 2014 | 14.82% | = | 100 | × | 1,263) | ÷ | 8,522) |
| Mar 31, 2013 | 18.93% | = | 100 | × | 1,338) | ÷ | 7,070) |
| Mar 31, 2012 | 20.54% | = | 100 | × | 1,403) | ÷ | 6,831) |
| Mar 31, 2011 | 16.65% | = | 100 | × | 1,202) | ÷ | 7,220) |
| Mar 31, 2010 | 16.77% | = | 100 | × | 1,263) | ÷ | 7,532) |
| Mar 31, 2009 | 13.29% | = | 100 | × | 823) | ÷ | 6,193) |
| Mar 31, 2008 | 16.17% | = | 100 | × | 990) | ÷ | 6,121) |
| Mar 31, 2007 | 14.55% | = | 100 | × | 913) | ÷ | 6,273) |
| Mar 31, 2006 | 12.71% | = | 100 | × | 751) | ÷ | 5,907) |
| Mar 31, 2005 | -2.97% | = | 100 | × | (157) | ÷ | 5,275) |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2016-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-03-31).
1 US$ in millions
- Net Income (Loss) Attributable to McKesson Corporation
- The net income exhibited significant improvement over the analyzed period, starting from a loss of $157 million in 2005 to a substantial profit of $2,258 million in 2016. The trajectory shows consistent growth from 2006 onwards, with a notable jump between 2009 and 2010 and steady increases thereafter, although minor fluctuations were present around 2013 and 2015.
- Total Stockholders’ Equity
- Total equity demonstrated a generally upward trend, rising from $5,275 million in 2005 to $8,924 million in 2016. There were some modest fluctuations, particularly between 2010 and 2012, where equity decreased marginally. Despite these fluctuations, overall equity growth was evident, reflecting increasing shareholder investment and retained earnings over the period.
- Return on Equity (ROE)
- Return on equity showed substantial improvement from negative territory (-2.97%) in 2005 to a high of 25.3% in 2016, indicating enhanced profitability relative to shareholders' equity. The upward trend was consistent, with ROE rising above 10% from 2006 and peaking notably in 2012 and 2016. These variations suggest effective capital management and improved operational efficiency over time.
- Summary of Financial Performance Trends
- The data reflects a significant turnaround from loss to robust profitability, accompanied by strengthening equity base. The improvement in ROE further confirms enhanced value creation for shareholders. While slight stability concerns are noted in equity fluctuations during certain years, the overall financial health indicators point toward sustained growth and efficiency gains throughout the period.
Comparison to Competitors
McKesson Corp., ROE, long-term trends, comparison to competitors
| McKesson Corp. | Abbott Laboratories | Elevance Health Inc. | Intuitive Surgical Inc. | Medtronic PLC | UnitedHealth Group Inc. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 31, 2016 | 25.30% | 6.82% | 9.84% | 12.74% | 6.80% | 18.33% |
| Mar 31, 2015 | 18.45% | 20.85% | 11.11% | 13.63% | 5.03% | 17.18% |
| Mar 31, 2014 | 14.82% | 10.61% | 10.60% | 12.39% | 15.76% | 17.31% |
| Mar 31, 2013 | 18.93% | 10.23% | 10.05% | 19.16% | 18.57% | 17.50% |
| Mar 31, 2012 | 20.54% | 22.32% | 11.16% | 18.34% | 21.14% | 17.72% |
| Mar 31, 2011 | 16.65% | 19.35% | 11.36% | 18.71% | 19.39% | 18.17% |
| Mar 31, 2010 | 16.77% | 20.66% | 12.12% | 18.74% | 21.18% | 17.94% |
| Mar 31, 2009 | 13.29% | 25.14% | 19.09% | 15.13% | 16.88% | 16.19% |
| Mar 31, 2008 | 16.17% | 27.92% | 11.62% | 16.13% | 19.34% | 14.33% |
| Mar 31, 2007 | 14.55% | 20.28% | 14.55% | 16.26% | 25.53% | 23.20% |
| Mar 31, 2006 | 12.71% | 12.22% | 12.59% | 12.22% | 27.14% | 19.99% |
| Mar 31, 2005 | -2.97% | 23.39% | 9.86% | 21.27% | 17.26% | 18.61% |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2016-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-03-31).
Comparison to Sector (Health Care Equipment & Services)
McKesson Corp., ROE, long-term trends, comparison to sector (health care equipment & services)
| McKesson Corp. | Health Care Equipment & Services | |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 31, 2016 | 25.30% | 10.70% |
| Mar 31, 2015 | 18.45% | 11.84% |
| Mar 31, 2014 | 14.82% | 13.81% |
| Mar 31, 2013 | 18.93% | 14.22% |
| Mar 31, 2012 | 20.54% | 17.99% |
| Mar 31, 2011 | 16.65% | 17.02% |
| Mar 31, 2010 | 16.77% | 17.62% |
| Mar 31, 2009 | 13.29% | 19.50% |
| Mar 31, 2008 | 16.17% | 17.63% |
| Mar 31, 2007 | 14.55% | 20.02% |
| Mar 31, 2006 | 12.71% | 16.70% |
| Mar 31, 2005 | -2.97% | 16.22% |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2016-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-03-31).
Comparison to Industry (Health Care)
McKesson Corp., ROE, long-term trends, comparison to industry (health care)
| McKesson Corp. | Health Care | |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 31, 2016 | 25.30% | 18.53% |
| Mar 31, 2015 | 18.45% | 18.52% |
| Mar 31, 2014 | 14.82% | 19.17% |
| Mar 31, 2013 | 18.93% | 18.81% |
| Mar 31, 2012 | 20.54% | 18.20% |
| Mar 31, 2011 | 16.65% | 15.90% |
| Mar 31, 2010 | 16.77% | 14.85% |
| Mar 31, 2009 | 13.29% | 20.14% |
| Mar 31, 2008 | 16.17% | 20.29% |
| Mar 31, 2007 | 14.55% | 17.87% |
| Mar 31, 2006 | 12.71% | 20.49% |
| Mar 31, 2005 | -2.97% | 18.28% |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2016-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-03-31).