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KLIC Return on Equity (ROE) Analysis

6.4%

Higher than 48% of Technology sector peers

Updated 24h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

Return on Equity (ROE) measures how much profit a company generates for every dollar of shareholder equity—currently KLIC's 6.4% means it earns $0.064 per dollar of equity.

Sector Performance

48th percentile

KLIC

6.4%

Sector Median

6.8%

Sector Avg

-3.9%

Prior Period

0.0%(May 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

Return on Equity (ROE) measures how much profit a company generates for every dollar of shareholder equity—currently KLIC's 6.4% means it earns $0.064 per dollar of equity.

This sits just below the Technology sector median of 6.8%, placing KLIC in the 48th percentile among sector peers, slightly below average. The year-over-year change is N/A, the quarter-over-quarter change is N/A, and the trend direction for the last eight quarters is also N/A, so no trend data is available for assessment. Without a trend, the current level—slightly under the sector median—implies limited immediate risk or opportunity, but offers no directional signal for future performance. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict because the ROE is near the sector median and lacks any data to indicate improvement or deterioration, reinforcing a balanced view.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

KLIC's Return on Equity (ROE) of 6.4% compares to a Technology sector median of 6.8%, placing it in the 48th percentile.

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

The closest Technology peers by Return on Equity (ROE) include: ANSS (9.5%), QRVO (10.1%), ARM (10.9%), ACLS (11.6%), MNDY (12.8%).

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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.