WPM Return on Equity (ROE) Analysis
Updated 179h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
Return on equity (ROE) measures how much profit a company generates from each dollar of shareholders’ equity, and WPM’s current 23.5% means it earns $0.235 for every dollar of equity.
Sector Performance
75th percentileWPM
23.5%
Sector Median
13.2%
Sector Avg
16.4%
Prior Period
21.5%(Aug 2026)
Deep Analysis
Return on equity (ROE) measures how much profit a company generates from each dollar of shareholders’ equity, and WPM’s current 23.5% means it earns $0.235 for every dollar of equity.
That level sits well above the sector median of 13.5%, placing WPM in the 74th percentile among its sector peers. The year-over-year change is N/A, but quarter-over-quarter ROE rose by 9.3%, moving from 21.5% to 23.5% in the most recent period; the eight-quarter trend direction is also N/A. The combination of a high ROE with a recent quarterly gain suggests efficient use of equity and improving near-term profitability, which lowers downside risk but does not guarantee forward momentum. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict because the strong level and positive QoQ change justify holding a balanced stance rather than a bearish one, while the lack of longer-term trend data tempers any bullish conviction.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Return on Equity (ROE) tell investors about WPM?
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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23.5%
Sector Median
13.2%
Sector Avg
16.4%
How WPM's Return on Equity (ROE) compares to sector peers.
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