Stock Analysis on Net
Stock Analysis on Net

United States Steel Corp. (NYSE:X)

$22.49

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Return on Equity (ROE)
since 2005

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Calculation

United States Steel Corp., ROE, long-term trends, calculation

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ROE = 100 × Net earnings (loss) attributable to United States Steel Corporation1 ÷ Total United States Steel Corporation stockholders’ equity1
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Based on: 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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Net Earnings (Loss) Trend
Net earnings exhibited significant volatility over the period analyzed. Positive earnings were reported in years such as 2005, 2006, 2008, 2013 (though negative, the loss was notably large), 2017, 2018, 2021, and 2022. However, there were pronounced losses particularly from 2009 to 2012 and also notably in 2015 and 2016. The largest net earnings occurred in 2021 with 4,174 million US dollars, followed by substantial losses in earlier years including 2009 and 2015.
Total Stockholders’ Equity
Total stockholders' equity experienced growth from 2005 through 2007, peaking in 2007 at 5,531 million US dollars. This was followed by a general decline with some fluctuations until 2016 when equity was at one of its lower points. From 2016 onward, equity improved markedly, reaching a peak of 10,218 million US dollars in 2022, representing nearly a threefold increase compared to the lower equity levels seen in the mid-2010s.
Return on Equity (ROE)
Return on equity mirrored the net earnings trends and reflected extreme variability. Positive ROE values were seen during several years, notably reaching a high of 43.15% in 2008 and 46.33% in 2021. However, several years, especially between 2009 and 2016, experienced significantly negative ROE, with the lowest at -67.41% in 2015. The recovery in ROE in later years, particularly 2017, 2018, 2021, and 2022, indicates an improvement in profitability relative to equity invested.
Overall Analysis
The data reveals a cyclical pattern characterized by periods of robust earnings and returns followed by sharp downturns, which likely correspond to external market conditions affecting the steel industry. The mid-2000s to late-2000s showed relatively strong performance followed by a pronounced decline coinciding with the global financial crisis and its aftermath. Recovery efforts appear effective from 2017 onward, as indicated by improving net earnings, equity base, and ROE. The equity base expanded significantly in recent years, supporting higher profitability and suggesting enhanced financial stability.

Comparison to Competitors

United States Steel Corp., ROE, long-term trends, comparison to competitors

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United States Steel Corp. Freeport-McMoRan Inc.
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Based on: 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).

Comparison to Industry (Materials)

United States Steel Corp., ROE, long-term trends, comparison to industry (materials)

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United States Steel Corp. Materials
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Based on: 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).