return on equity

American  

noun

Accounting.

1. the amount of profit computed by dividing net income before taxes less preferred dividends by the value of stockholders' equity, usually expressed as a percentage. ROE

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return on equity

On her numbers, Samsung is trading on a fiscal 2027 price-to-earnings multiple of just 3.6 times, with a dividend yield of 6.63% and a return on equity of 51.9%.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 8, 2026

The bank, one of the largest in North America by assets, during the quarter exceeded its 14% return on equity target.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 25, 2026

At current interest rates, a long-term return on equity in the mid-teens percentage range is attainable, the U.S. bank writes.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 14, 2026

Only China has a return on equity below its historical average, but with much lower profitability and returns.

From MarketWatch ● Aug. 3, 2026

Caruna’s network is projected to reach an asset value of roughly 3 billion euros by 2031, backed by a stable regulatory framework granting an 8% return on equity through the decade, RBC says.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 22, 2026

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