Return on Equity (ROE)
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Sector Performance
37th percentileLUV
10.1%
Sector Median
13.8%
Sector Avg
31.4%
Deep Analysis
Return on equity (ROE) measures how effectively a company generates profit from shareholders' money; LUV's current ROE of 10.1% means it earns $10.10 for every $100 of equity.
This is below the sector median of 13.8%, placing LUV in the 37th percentile among its peers. No year-over-year or quarter-over-quarter changes are available, so the trend direction over the past eight quarters cannot be assessed. The combination of a below-median ROE with no trend data offers little clarity on near-term performance, introducing uncertainty rather than a clear risk or opportunity signal. The overall NEUTRAL verdict is directly supported because the ROE is modestly below the sector median without alarming weakness or positive momentum.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Return on Equity (ROE) tell investors about LUV?
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 LUV's closest peers by Return on Equity (ROE)?
The closest peers by Return on Equity (ROE) include: MRNA (-36.6%), FICO (-37.3%), XRAY (-37.7%), VRSN (-38.3%), MSCI (-45.3%).
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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10.1%
Sector Median
13.8%
Sector Avg
31.4%
How LUV's Return on Equity (ROE) compares to sector peers.
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