HSBC Return on Equity (ROE) Analysis
Updated 830h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
Return on equity (ROE) measures how much profit a company generates from each dollar of shareholder equity; HSBC’s current 13.1% means it earns $13.10 for every $100 of equity.
Sector Performance
50th percentileHSBC
13.1%
Sector Median
13.2%
Sector Avg
16.4%
Prior Period
11.6%(Jul 2026)
Deep Analysis
Return on equity (ROE) measures how much profit a company generates from each dollar of shareholder equity; HSBC’s current 13.1% means it earns $13.10 for every $100 of equity.
That sits just below the sector median of 13.2%, placing the bank at the 50th percentile among peers — essentially average. The only available historical comparison shows an increase from 11.6% to 13.1%, a quarter-over-quarter rise of +12.9%, though no year-over-year or longer trend data exists. The combination of an average absolute level and a single sharp sequential improvement suggests momentum without evidence of a sustained competitive edge. For an investor
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Return on Equity (ROE) tell investors about HSBC?
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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13.1%
Sector Median
13.2%
Sector Avg
16.4%
How HSBC's Return on Equity (ROE) compares to sector peers.
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