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Return on Equity (ROE)

Return on Equity (ROE) is a financial ratio that shows how much profit a company generates for each dollar shareholders invest. It’s calculated by dividing net income by shareholders’ equity. A high ROE indicates the company effectively uses shareholder money to create profit. Investors often use ROE to compare profitability between companies within the same industry.

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