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PRU Return on Equity (ROE) Analysis

12.0%

Updated 6h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

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

Sector Performance

45th percentile

PRU

12.0%

Sector Median

13.3%

Sector Avg

16.9%

Prior Period

10.7%(Jul 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

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

PRU's current 12.0% ROE means it earns $0.12 for every $1.00 of equity. This trails the sector median of 13.5%, placing PRU at the 44th percentile among peers. The trend is limited: year-over-year change is N/A, but quarter-over-quarter ROE rose 12.1%, improving from 10.7% to 12.0% in the most recent period. The combination of a below-median level with a recent upward move suggests moderate investment risk and a potential turnaround, though the lack of longer-term trend data limits confidence. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as the level is slightly weak but the quarterly improvement prevents a bearish tilt.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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 PRU'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.