Return on Equity (ROE)
Higher than 12% of Technology sector peers
Updated 1078h ago
Sector Performance
12th percentileDBX
-28.3%
Sector Median
6.5%
Sector Avg
-1.6%
Deep Analysis
Dropbox, Inc. (DBX) has a Return on Equity (ROE) of -28.3% as of May 2026.
This places DBX in the 12th percentile of the Technology sector, which has a median Return on Equity (ROE) of 6.5% and a sector average of -1.6%. DBX's Return on Equity (ROE) is 535.4% below the sector median, a significant divergence that warrants closer examination. In context: ROE measures how effectively management turns equity into profit. Consistently above 15% is typically considered strong. Negative equity distorts this metric.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Return on Equity (ROE) tell investors about DBX?
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 DBX's Return on Equity (ROE) compare to its sector?
DBX's Return on Equity (ROE) of -28.3% compares to a Technology sector median of 6.5%, placing it in the 12th percentile.
Who are DBX's closest peers by Return on Equity (ROE)?
The closest Technology peers by Return on Equity (ROE) include: MSTR (-7.9%), LSPD (-9.2%), AMBA (-12.8%), WIX (-13.8%), SMAR (-17.3%).
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.
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-28.3%
Sector Median
6.5%
Sector Avg
-1.6%
How DBX's Return on Equity (ROE) compares to sector peers.
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