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QCOM Return on Equity (ROE) Analysis

33.8%

Higher than 50% of TECHNOLOGY sector peers

Updated 437h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

Return on Equity (ROE) measures how much profit a company generates for each dollar of shareholders’ equity, so a 33.8% ROE means QCOM earns about 33.8 cents per dollar of invested equity.

Sector Performance

50th percentile

QCOM

33.8%

Sector Median

33.8%

Sector Avg

36.1%

Prior Period

36.1%(Jul 2026)

↓ Declining

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Deep Analysis

Return on Equity (ROE) measures how much profit a company generates for each dollar of shareholders’ equity, so a 33.8% ROE means QCOM earns about 33.8 cents per dollar of invested equity.

This exactly matches the sector median of 33.8%, placing QCOM at the 50th percentile among technology peers—right in the middle, with no relative advantage or disadvantage on this metric. The trend is limited: year-over-year change is N/A, and quarter-over-quarter ROE fell by 6.4%, from 36.1% to 33.8%. A high ROE that is declining from a higher level suggests the company remains efficient but is losing some momentum in generating returns. For investors, the combination of a sector-average level with a quarterly drop signals moderate risk; the ROE is not weak enough to raise alarm, but the downward move warrants caution. This metric supports the overall CAUTIOUS verdict, as the declining trend and neutral peer standing do not offer a compelling case for above-average confidence.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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.

How does QCOM's Return on Equity (ROE) compare to its sector?

QCOM's Return on Equity (ROE) of 33.8% compares to a TECHNOLOGY sector median of 33.8%, placing it in the 50th percentile.

Who are QCOM's closest peers by Return on Equity (ROE)?

The closest TECHNOLOGY peers by Return on Equity (ROE) include: TXN (35.2%), CSCO (27.3%), NOW (14.2%), LRCX (65.1%), INTC (-10.7%).

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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.