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BA Return on Equity (ROE) Analysis

173.5%

Updated 345h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

Return on equity (ROE) measures how much profit a company generates from every dollar of shareholder equity, and BA’s current ROE of 173.5% means it is producing $1.735 of profit for each $1 of equity.

Sector Performance

99th percentile

173.5%

Sector Median

13.3%

Sector Avg

16.9%

Prior Period

169.9%(Jul 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

This is far above the sector median of 13.4%, placing BA in the 99th percentile among its sector peers. The trend is not available: the year-over-year change is N/A and the quarter-over-quarter change is N/A, so there is no data to confirm whether this level is improving, stable, or deteriorating. The combination of an extremely high ROE with no trend data signals a potential opportunity in current profitability, but also adds uncertainty about its durability, making the risk profile unclear. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict because the exceptional level alone does not justify a bullish or bearish stance without knowing the direction of change.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Return on Equity (ROE) tell investors about BA?

ROE measures how effectively management turns equity into profit. Consistently above 15% is typically considered strong. Negative equity distorts this metric.

How is the Return on Equity (ROE) calculated?

Return on Equity (ROE) is calculated as: Net Income / Shareholders' Equity.

Who are BA's closest peers by Return on Equity (ROE)?

The closest peers by Return on Equity (ROE) include: LOW (-67.1%), MAR (-69.0%), BMBL (-76.9%), WBA (-82.7%), NIO (-84.0%).

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The Formula

Net Income / Shareholders' Equity

Why It Matters

ROE measures how effectively management turns equity into profit. Consistently above 15% is typically considered strong. Negative equity distorts this metric.