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JPM Return on Equity (ROE) Analysis

17.8%

Higher than 62% of Financial Services sector peers

Updated 805h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

Return on Equity (ROE) measures how much profit a company generates from each dollar of shareholders' invested capital, with JPMorgan Chase's current level of 17.8% showing it earns $17.80 for every $100 in equity.

Sector Performance

62th percentile

JPM

17.8%

Sector Median

13.3%

Sector Avg

19.5%

Prior Period

16.5%(Jun 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

This sits above the Financial Services sector median of 13.3%, placing the firm in the 62nd percentile among its peers. No trend data is available for this metric — the historical series contains only the current 17.8% value, with no year-over-year or quarter-over-quarter changes reported. The combination of a high current ROE with zero visibility into its direction leaves open the question of whether this profitability level is durable or a snapshot that could fade. That lack of trend evidence, despite a strong reading, supports the stock's overall CAUTIOUS verdict, as the level alone does not confirm sustained performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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 JPM's Return on Equity (ROE) compare to its sector?

JPM's Return on Equity (ROE) of 17.8% compares to a Financial Services sector median of 13.3%, placing it in the 62th percentile.

Who are JPM's closest peers by Return on Equity (ROE)?

The closest Financial Services peers by Return on Equity (ROE) include: PFG (12.9%), HDB (13.8%), AFL (12.4%), ARES (12.3%), BRK-B (12.1%).

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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.