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CDE Return on Equity (ROE) Analysis

12.1%

Higher than 43% of Basic Materials sector peers

Updated 190h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

Return on Equity (ROE) measures how much profit a company generates for each dollar of shareholder equity, with a current value of 12.1% meaning it earned $0.121 for every $1 of equity.

Sector Performance

43th percentile

CDE

12.1%

Sector Median

12.5%

Sector Avg

12.6%

Prior Period

17.7%(May 2026)

↓ Declining

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Deep Analysis

Return on Equity (ROE) measures how much profit a company generates for each dollar of shareholder equity, with a current value of 12.1% meaning it earned $0.121 for every $1 of equity.

This sits just below the Basic Materials sector median of 12.5%, placing CDE at the 43rd percentile among its peers. The metric shows a year-over-year change labeled as N/A due to limited history, but a sharp quarter-over-quarter decline of -31.6%, falling from 17.7% to the current 12.1%. The combination of a near-median ROE and a steep quarterly drop suggests short-term profitability pressure that could signal rising risk or a temporary setback, while the absolute level remains acceptable. This mixed picture—where the current level is in line with peers but the trend is negative—contradicts a bullish case but does not clearly support a bearish one. Therefore, the metric aligns with the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as it neither confirms strong performance nor flags a decisive deterioration.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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 CDE's Return on Equity (ROE) compare to its sector?

CDE's Return on Equity (ROE) of 12.1% compares to a Basic Materials sector median of 12.5%, placing it in the 43th percentile.

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

The closest Basic Materials peers by Return on Equity (ROE) include: MAG (12.5%), RGLD (12.0%), RIO (16.4%), AEM (18.0%), VALE (6.8%).

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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.