Retained earnings is the accumulated portion of net income that is not distributed to shareholders. McDermott International's retained earnings for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was $-3,558 Mil.
McDermott International's quarterly retained earnings
increased
from . 20 ($0 Mil) to Dec. 2024 ($-3,490 Mil) but then
declined
from Dec. 2024 ($-3,490 Mil) to Dec. 2025 ($-3,558 Mil).
McDermott International's annual retained earnings
increased
from . 20 ($0 Mil) to Dec. 2024 ($-3,490 Mil) but then
declined
from Dec. 2024 ($-3,490 Mil) to Dec. 2025 ($-3,558 Mil).
McDermott International (OTCPK:MCDIF) Retained Earnings Explanation
Historically profitable companies sometimes have negative retained earnings. This is because they have cumulatively paid out more to shareholders than they reported in profits.
For example, in 2011, Microsoft had negative retained earnings. This does not mean the company lost more money than it made over the years. It just means it paid out more money than it earned.
If a company has negative retained earnings, investors should check the 10-year financial results. They should not assume that negative retained earnings prove a company has generally lost money in the past.
Of course, many companies with negative retained earnings have indeed lost money in the past.
Retained Earnings: Warren Buffett's Secret.
One of the most important indicators of durable competitive advantage. Net earnings can be paid out as dividends, used to buy back shares or retained for growth.
If the company loses more than it has accumulated, retained earnings is negative.
If a company isn't adding to its retained earnings, it isn't growing its net worth.
Rate of growth of retained earnings is good indicator whether it's benefiting from a competitive advantage.
Microsoft is negative because it chose to buyback stock and pay dividends.
The more earnings retained, the faster it grows and increases growth rate for future earnings.
McDermott International Retained Earnings Historical Data
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McDermott International Retained Earnings Calculation
Retained Earnings is the accumulated portion of net income that is not distributed to shareholders. Because the net income was not distributed to shareholders, shareholders' equity is increased by the same amount.
Of course, if a company loses, it is called retained losses, or accumulated losses.
What does a Retained Earnings of $-3,558 Mil mean?
McDermott International (MCDIF) has a Retained Earnings of $-3,558 Mil as of Dec. 2025. Retained earnings is the amount of net income not issued to shareholders. View historical data on McDermott International and its competitors.
Is McDermott International's Retained Earnings too high?
McDermott International's current Retained Earnings is $-3,558 Mil. Overall, McDermott International has a GF Score™ of 25/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does McDermott International's Retained Earnings compare to MTRX and PHOE?
McDermott International's Retained Earnings of $-3,558 Mil can be compared against companies in the Construction industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Retained Earnings for a Construction company?
A good Retained Earnings depends on the Construction industry context. However, Retained Earnings should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Retained Earnings mean?
A high Retained Earnings can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Retained earnings is the amount of net income not issued to shareholders. View historical data on McDermott International and its competitors. McDermott International's current Retained Earnings is $-3,558 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is McDermott International stock overvalued right now?
McDermott International (MCDIF) has a current Retained Earnings of $-3,558 Mil. The current Retained Earnings is $-3,558 Mil. McDermott International's overall GF Score™ is 25/100 with 1 warning sign to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Retained Earnings calculated?
Retained Earnings is calculated from a company's financial statements. For McDermott International (MCDIF), the current Retained Earnings is $-3,558 Mil as of Dec. 2025. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
McDermott International Ltd is a fully integrated provider of engineering, procurement, construction, and installation (EPCI) solutions to the energy industry globally. The company designs and builds infrastructure to transport and process oil and gas, covering offshore, subsea, liquefied natural gas (LNG), and downstream oil and gas projects, including fixed, floating, and subsea production facilities, pipelines, storage systems, and processing plants. It also provides energy transition and sustainable engineering solutions. The company operates through the Low Carbon Solutions, Offshore Middle East, and Subsea and Floating Facilities segments, serving national and other oil and gas companies across energy-producing regions, and generates the majority of its revenue from United States.
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