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Return on equity (ROE)

This ratio measures the rate of return that shareholders receive on their investment in a business. The ROE is also a good indicator of how effective a management team is at using equity to fund operations and accelerate growth.

How to calculate the return on shareholders' equity:

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What is a Return on Equity (ROE) Calculator?

A Return on Equity (ROE) calculator helps you find out how much profit a company makes from its shareholders' money. It is an important ratio used by investors to see if a business is making good use of its resources.

With this calculator, you can quickly figure out the ROE either using an ROE calculator online or by using Excel. ROE shows you how much return the company is giving back to its investors based on the amount of equity they put in. A higher ROE means better performance.

How to Use a Return on Equity (ROE) Calculator

You can easily calculate ROE with these steps:

  1. Enter Net Income: This is the total profit the company made after all expenses.
  2. Input Shareholder’s Equity: This is the total value of all assets after all debts are paid.
  3. Click Calculate: The calculator will show you the ROE as a percentage.

You can also use Excel to do the same thing. Here’s the formula:

Formula for ROE:
ROE = Net Income ÷ Shareholder’s Equity

How to Interpret the Results

Once you get the ROE result, here’s what it means:

Compare the ROE with other companies in the same industry to get a better idea. Usually, a higher ROE is a positive sign but always check against similar businesses.

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