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WPM Return on Equity (ROE) Analysis

21.5%

Higher than 86% of Basic Materials sector peers

Updated 166h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

Return on Equity (ROE) measures a company’s profit generated from each dollar of shareholders’ equity; WPM’s current 21.5% means it earns $0.215 for every $1 of equity.

Sector Performance

86th percentile

WPM

21.5%

Sector Median

12.5%

Sector Avg

12.6%

Prior Period

17.3%(May 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

Return on Equity (ROE) measures a company’s profit generated from each dollar of shareholders’ equity; WPM’s current 21.5% means it earns $0.215 for every $1 of equity.

This is well above the Basic Materials sector median of 12.5%, placing WPM in the 86th percentile among peers. Year-over-year change is not available, but quarter-over-quarter ROE rose by 24.3% from 17.3% to 21.5%. The combination of a high ROE level and a strong quarterly increase signals effective use of equity, though the lack of a longer trend limits confidence in durability. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict: while the ROE is excellent, other factors likely temper the stock’s outlook, preventing a bullish or bearish call.

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.

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

WPM's Return on Equity (ROE) of 21.5% compares to a Basic Materials sector median of 12.5%, placing it in the 86th percentile.

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

The closest Basic Materials peers by Return on Equity (ROE) include: MAG (12.5%), CDE (12.1%), RGLD (12.0%), RIO (16.4%), AEM (18.0%).

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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.