
Brickworks Ltd
ASX:BKW

ROE
Return on Equity
ROE, or Return on Equity, is a key financial ratio that measures a company's profitability. Specifically, it measures how many dollars of profit are generated for each dollar of shareholder's equity. A higher ROE indicates better financial performance and effective use of capital, making it a valuable metric for investors assessing a company's earning potential.
ROE Across Competitors
Country | Company | Market Cap | ROE | ||
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AU |
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Brickworks Ltd
ASX:BKW
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4.2B AUD |
-1%
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IE |
C
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CRH PLC
NYSE:CRH
|
62.1B USD |
16%
|
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CH |
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Holcim AG
SIX:HOLN
|
51.5B CHF |
11%
|
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IN |
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UltraTech Cement Ltd
NSE:ULTRACEMCO
|
3.3T INR |
9%
|
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DE |
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HeidelbergCement AG
XETRA:HEI
|
31.9B EUR |
10%
|
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US |
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Vulcan Materials Co
NYSE:VMC
|
34.7B USD |
12%
|
|
US |
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Martin Marietta Materials Inc
NYSE:MLM
|
33.2B USD |
12%
|
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DE |
H
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Heidelberg Materials AG
XMUN:HEI
|
21.2B EUR |
10%
|
|
IN |
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Grasim Industries Ltd
NSE:GRASIM
|
1.7T INR |
4%
|
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CN |
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Anhui Conch Cement Co Ltd
SSE:600585
|
121.9B CNY |
4%
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IN |
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Ambuja Cements Ltd
NSE:AMBUJACEM
|
1.4T INR |
9%
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Brickworks Ltd
Glance View
Brickworks Ltd. is a fascinating narrative of industrial evolution and strategic foresight. Founded in 1934 in Australia, it initially centered on producing clay bricks, leveraging the natural abundance of materials and the burgeoning building industry of the time. Its core business—manufacturing and distributing a wide range of building products—plays a pivotal role in the construction sector, supplying essential materials for residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects. With operations extending to North America, particularly through its acquisition of Glen-Gery in 2018, Brickworks capitalizes on cross-continental demand, cementing its position as a leader in bricks and masonry in both hemispheres. Its product range now includes not just traditional clay bricks but also terracotta roof tiles, precast concrete panels, and specialized facade systems, catering to a broad spectrum of architectural needs. The company isn't just a story of brick and mortar. Over the years, Brickworks has diversified its revenue streams, a hallmark move that has fortified its financial resilience. A significant shareholder in Washington H. Soul Pattinson, an investment entity, Brickworks leverages this relationship to gain dividends and capital growth, blending industrial operations with strategic investment management. This dual trajectory—manufacturing excellence and astute financial investments—illustrates a business model that marries tangible, asset-heavy industries with the nuanced, often unpredictable world of investments. Profits flow not only from the sales of their renowned products but also through well-timed dividends and capital gains, painting a picture of a legacy company that thrives on adaptability and strategic insight.

See Also
ROE, or Return on Equity, is a key financial ratio that measures a company's profitability. Specifically, it measures how many dollars of profit are generated for each dollar of shareholder's equity. A higher ROE indicates better financial performance and effective use of capital, making it a valuable metric for investors assessing a company's earning potential.
Based on Brickworks Ltd's most recent financial statements, the company has ROE of -1.3%.