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Return on Equity (ROE)

9.7%

Updated 76h ago

Sector Performance

36th percentile

DUK

9.7%

Sector Median

13.8%

Sector Avg

31.4%

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Deep Analysis

Return on Equity (ROE) measures how much profit a company generates for each dollar of shareholders’ equity; DUK’s current 9.7% means it earns $0.097 for every $1 of equity.

This is below the sector median of 13.7%, placing DUK in the 36th percentile among its peers, indicating weaker profitability relative to the industry. The trend data is not available—year-over-year change is N/A, quarter-over-quarter change is N/A, and the last eight quarters show no directional pattern. With a below-median ROE and no trend to assess improvement or deterioration, the level alone points to below-average efficiency without clear risk or opportunity signals. The combination of a low percentile rank and lack of trend does not suggest a compelling catalyst for change. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as the ROE is neither strong enough to warrant a bullish stance nor weak enough to justify a bearish one.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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 DUK'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.