MASNEUTRAL

Return on Equity (ROE)

8457.1%

Updated 8h ago

Sector Performance

100th percentile

MAS

8457.1%

Sector Median

13.8%

Sector Avg

31.4%

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Deep Analysis

Return on Equity (ROE) measures how much profit a company generates for each dollar of shareholders' equity.

MAS currently reports an ROE of 8,457.1%, meaning it earned over $84 in profit for every $1 of equity — an extreme outlier. This far exceeds the sector median of 13.8%, placing the company in the 100th percentile among its peers. No trend data is available: the year-over-year change, quarter-over-quarter change, and historical values beyond the current figure are all listed as N/A. Without any trend direction, it is impossible to determine whether this ROE level is sustainable or the result of a one-time event or unusually low equity base. The combination of an exceptionally high level and no trend introduces uncertainty, as such a figure often carries elevated risk of reversal. This ambiguity supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict — the metric alone does not justify a bullish or bearish stance without context.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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 MAS'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.