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NYT Return on Equity (ROE) Analysis

19.7%

Updated 264h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

Return on Equity (ROE) measures how much profit a company generates for every dollar of shareholders’ equity — a 19.7% ROE means NYT earned $0.197 for each dollar of equity.

Sector Performance

66th percentile

NYT

19.7%

Sector Median

13.9%

Sector Avg

32.1%

Prior Period

16.9%(May 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

Return on Equity (ROE) measures how much profit a company generates for every dollar of shareholders’ equity — a 19.7% ROE means NYT earned $0.197 for each dollar of equity.

This is above the sector median of 13.8%, placing NYT in the 66th percentile among sector peers, indicating above-average profitability relative to its industry. The year-over-year change is not available, but the quarter-over-quarter change shows a sharp increase of +16.6% from the prior period’s 16.9% to the current 19.7%. The combination of a high ROE level and a recent strong quarterly gain suggests improved efficiency in generating returns, which could reduce investment risk if sustained. However, the lack of longer-term trend data limits confidence in this improvement’s durability. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict because while the ROE is strong and improving, the limited history and average sector percentile prevent it from being a clear bullish signal.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

The closest peers by Return on Equity (ROE) include: WDC (85.9%), LVS (90.5%), IT (94.9%), KLAC (95.0%), ITW (96.8%).

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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.