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CME Return on Equity (ROE) Analysis

15.8%

Updated 153h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

Return on equity (ROE) measures how efficiently a company turns shareholders' money into profit; CME's 15.8% means it earns $15.80 for every $100 of equity.

Sector Performance

58th percentile

CME

15.8%

Sector Median

13.3%

Sector Avg

16.9%

Prior Period

15.9%(Jul 2026)

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Deep Analysis

Return on equity (ROE) measures how efficiently a company turns shareholders' money into profit; CME's 15.8% means it earns $15.80 for every $100 of equity.

That level sits above the sector median of 13.5%, placing CME in the 57th percentile among peers. The trend data is incomplete: year-over-year change is N/A, while quarter-over-quarter change is -0.6%, with historical values of 15.8% and 15.9% (most recent first). A healthy above-median ROE paired with a slight quarterly decline and no longer-term trend offers neither clear momentum nor red flags. This mix suggests moderate profitability with no strong directional risk or opportunity. The metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as CME is slightly better than average but lacks a trend that would justify a more positive or negative view.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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 CME'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.