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BIIB Return on Equity (ROE) Analysis

7.7%

Higher than 49% of Healthcare sector peers

Updated 95h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

BIIB’s current Return on Equity (ROE) of 7.7% means that for every dollar of shareholders’ equity, the company generated 7.7 cents in profit over the past year – a common measure of how efficiently a firm uses its investors’ capital.

Sector Performance

49th percentile

BIIB

7.7%

Sector Median

8.9%

Sector Avg

37.1%

Prior Period

7.1%(Apr 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

This figure sits slightly below the Healthcare sector median of 8.9%, placing BIIB in the 49th percentile among its sector peers, essentially right at the middle of the pack. There is no trend information available: the year-over-year change, quarter-over-quarter change, and data for the prior eight quarters are all reported as “N/A,” so you cannot assess whether ROE is improving or deteriorating. With a near-median level and no trend data, the metric offers neither a clear risk (like a low ROE) nor a clear opportunity (like a rising ROE), instead pointing to typical industry performance. This neutral reading directly supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict on the stock, as the ROE does not suggest above‑ or below‑average profitability relative to peers.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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.

How does BIIB's Return on Equity (ROE) compare to its sector?

BIIB's Return on Equity (ROE) of 7.7% compares to a Healthcare sector median of 8.9%, placing it in the 49th percentile.

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

The closest Healthcare peers by Return on Equity (ROE) include: TECH (5.3%), TMO (13.5%), VEEV (13.9%), REGN (14.5%), RVTY (3.2%).

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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.