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MPC Return on Equity (ROE) Analysis

42.1%

Updated 585h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

Return on equity (ROE) measures how much profit a company generates from each dollar of shareholders' equity; the current 42.1% means $0.421 of profit per $1 of equity.

Sector Performance

89th percentile

MPC

42.1%

Sector Median

13.3%

Sector Avg

16.9%

Prior Period

27.5%(Aug 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

Return on equity (ROE) measures how much profit a company generates from each dollar of shareholders' equity; the current 42.1% means $0.421 of profit per $1 of equity.

That sits well above the sector median of 13.8%, placing MPC in the 88th percentile among peers. The year-over-year change is not available, but quarter-over-quarter ROE rose by 53.1% from 27.5% to 42.1%. The combination of a high level and a sharp quarterly increase indicates strong current profitability, yet the lack of longer trend data limits confidence in its persistence. This elevated ROE supports the NEUTRAL verdict by showing solid returns, but the missing trend history prevents a more positive stance.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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 MPC'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.