SYK Return on Equity (ROE) Analysis
Updated 1251h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
ROE measures how much profit a company generates from each dollar of shareholders' equity, so SYK's 16.5% means it earns $0.165 per dollar of equity.
Sector Performance
59th percentileSYK
16.5%
Sector Median
13.2%
Sector Avg
16.4%
Prior Period
15.2%(Jul 2026)
Deep Analysis
ROE measures how much profit a company generates from each dollar of shareholders' equity, so SYK's 16.5% means it earns $0.165 per dollar of equity.
This sits above the sector median of 13.8%, placing SYK in the 57th percentile of its peer group. The year-over-year change is not available, but on a quarter-over-quarter basis ROE rose by 8.6%, from 15.2% previously. The level is healthy and improving quarter over quarter, but the missing historical trend limits any strong read on direction. The combination of above-median profitability with a recent improvement suggests modest upside potential rather than a clear edge. This metric supports a NEUTRAL verdict because the ROE is good but not exceptional enough to force a bullish stance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Return on Equity (ROE) tell investors about SYK?
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.
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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.
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16.5%
Sector Median
13.2%
Sector Avg
16.4%
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