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LH Return on Equity (ROE) Analysis

11.0%

Updated 1041h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

Return on Equity (ROE) measures how efficiently LH uses shareholder money to generate profit — an 11.0% ROE means the company earned $0.11 for every dollar of equity.

Sector Performance

41th percentile

11.0%

Sector Median

13.3%

Sector Avg

16.9%

Prior Period

10.2%(Apr 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

Return on Equity (ROE) measures how efficiently LH uses shareholder money to generate profit — an 11.0% ROE means the company earned $0.11 for every dollar of equity.

This sits below the sector median of 13.9%, placing LH in the 41st percentile among its peers. Both the year-over-year and quarter-over-quarter changes are listed as N/A, and the only historical value available is the current 11.0%, so no trend can be assessed. Without trend data, the below-median level alone suggests LH's profitability efficiency is average relative to peers, offering neither a clear opportunity nor a heightened risk. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as the ROE is moderately lower than the sector median but lacks the directional movement that would trigger a stronger rating.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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 LH's closest peers by Return on Equity (ROE)?

The closest peers by Return on Equity (ROE) include: LOW (-67.1%), MAR (-69.0%), BMBL (-76.9%), WBA (-82.7%), NIO (-84.0%).

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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.