GE Return on Equity (ROE) Analysis
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Key Takeaway
Return on Equity (ROE) shows how much profit a company generates for every dollar of shareholders' equity, and GE's current 48.2% level means it earns about 48 cents of profit per dollar of equity invested.
Sector Performance
92th percentileGE
48.2%
Sector Median
13.2%
Sector Avg
16.4%
Prior Period
45.4%(Jul 2026)
Deep Analysis
Return on Equity (ROE) shows how much profit a company generates for every dollar of shareholders' equity, and GE's current 48.2% level means it earns about 48 cents of profit per dollar of equity invested.
This is well above the sector median of 13.2%, placing GE at the 92nd percentile among its sector peers. Trend data is unavailable, as the year-over-year change, quarter-over-quarter change, and last-eight-quarter direction are all N/A, and the historical series contains only the single current value of 48.2%. The combination of an exceptionally high level with an unknown trend signals that current profitability is strong, but there is no evidence on whether this efficiency is sustainable or deteriorating. For an investor, this creates a moderate opportunity if the level persists, alongside uncertainty that caps conviction. This metric supports the neutral overall verdict: it points to a high
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Return on Equity (ROE) tell investors about GE?
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.
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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.
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48.2%
Sector Median
13.2%
Sector Avg
16.4%
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