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Return on Equity (ROE)

0.9%

Updated 53h ago

Sector Performance

15th percentile

0.9%

Sector Median

13.8%

Sector Avg

31.4%

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Deep Analysis

A Return on Equity (ROE) of 0.9% means that for every dollar of shareholder equity, the company generated less than one cent of profit in the most recent period — a very low level of profitability.

The sector median ROE is 13.8%, and this company sits in the 15th percentile among its peers, indicating it is underperforming the vast majority of competitors. Historical values show only a single data point of 0.9%, with year-over-year change, quarter-over-quarter change, and the trend over the last eight quarters all listed as N/A, so no direction can be determined. The combination of a very low ROE with no trend data implies a lack of recent improvement, which points to ongoing weak earnings power and a potential risk if returns do not recover. This metric directly contradicts the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as a 0.9% ROE far below the sector median would typically warrant a bearish view, but the absence of a trend keeps the rating from being more negative.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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 DD's closest peers by Return on Equity (ROE)?

The closest peers by Return on Equity (ROE) include: MRNA (-36.6%), FICO (-37.3%), XRAY (-37.7%), VRSN (-38.3%), MSCI (-45.3%).

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.