Return on Assets (ROA): -2.99%
Is the return on assets (ROA) high or low?
The return on assets (ROA) of -2.99% is 588% below its 5-year average of 0.61%, near the low end of its 5-year range (-4.20%–3.38%).
As of Saturday, June 27, 2026. 79.04% below its 12-month average of -1.67%.
ARE Return on Assets (ROA) Chart
Annual fiscal-year return on assets; no daily interpolation.
ARE Average Return on Assets (ROA) Chart
ARE Current vs Average Return on Assets (ROA) Chart
ARE Return on Assets (ROA) Metrics
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA)
-2.99%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG TTM
-1.67%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 3Y
-0.40%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 5Y
0.61%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 10Y
1.06%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 15Y
1.52%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 20Y
1.84%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-79.04%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-652.20%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-587.50%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-383.29%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-296.39%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-262.45%
ARE Competitors' Return on Assets (ROA)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. (ARE) | $9.62B | -2.99% | -1.67% | -0.40% | 0.61% |
| CubeSmart (CUBE)vs › | $9.39B | 4.96% | 5.57% | 5.58% | 4.87% |
| Agree Realty Corporation (ADC)vs › | $9.25B | 2.16% | 2.16% | 2.19% | 2.24% |
| NNN REIT, Inc. (NNN)vs › | $9.01B | 4.11% | 4.31% | 4.32% | 4.00% |
| BXP, Inc. (BXP)vs › | $10.75B | 1.26% | 0.56% | 1.34% | 1.91% |
| Federal Realty Investment Trust (FRT)vs › | $10.81B | 5.57% | 3.98% | 3.86% | 3.44% |
| First Industrial Realty Trust, Inc. (FR)vs › | $8.43B | 5.93% | 4.90% | 5.59% | 5.70% |
| Terreno Realty Corporation (TRNO)vs › | $7.01B | 7.64% | 5.68% | 5.37% | 4.70% |
| CoStar Group, Inc. (CSGP)vs › | $12.35B | 0.25% | 0.79% | 2.54% | 2.91% |
| UDR, Inc. (UDR)vs › | $12.89B | 4.75% | 2.19% | 2.27% | 1.86% |
Asset Efficiency
ROA
-3.0%
ROE
-6.5%
Return on Assets (ROA) Formula & Definition
ROA = Net Income / Total Assets
Return on assets measures how efficiently a company generates profit from its total assets.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Return on Assets (ROA) FAQ
- What is the return on assets (ROA) for Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. (ARE)?
- The return on assets (ROA) for ARE stock is -2.99%.
- Is Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc.'s return on assets (ROA) high or low?
- The return on assets (ROA) of -2.99% is 588% below its 5-year average of 0.61%, near the low end of its 5-year range (-4.20%–3.38%).
- What is the TTM average return on assets (ROA) for Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. (ARE)?
- The TTM average return on assets (ROA) for ARE stock is -1.67%.
- What is the 3Y average return on assets (ROA) for Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. (ARE)?
- The 3Y average return on assets (ROA) for ARE stock is -0.40%.
- What is the 5Y average return on assets (ROA) for Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. (ARE)?
- The 5Y average return on assets (ROA) for ARE stock is 0.61%.
- What is the 10Y average return on assets (ROA) for Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. (ARE)?
- The 10Y average return on assets (ROA) for ARE stock is 1.06%.
- What is the 15Y average return on assets (ROA) for Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. (ARE)?
- The 15Y average return on assets (ROA) for ARE stock is 1.52%.
- What is the 20Y average return on assets (ROA) for Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. (ARE)?
- The 20Y average return on assets (ROA) for ARE stock is 1.84%.
ARE Return on Assets (ROA) History
| DATE | RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | -4.20% |
| 2024-12-31 | 0.86% |
| 2023-12-31 | 0.28% |
| 2022-12-31 | 1.47% |
| 2021-12-31 | 1.89% |
| 2020-12-31 | 3.38% |
| 2019-12-31 | 1.97% |
| 2018-12-31 | 3.58% |
| 2017-12-31 | 1.40% |
| 2016-12-31 | -0.64% |
| 2015-12-31 | 1.62% |
| 2014-12-31 | 1.25% |
| 2013-12-31 | 1.81% |
| 2012-12-31 | 1.43% |
| 2011-12-31 | 2.00% |
| 2010-12-31 | 2.29% |
| 2009-12-31 | 2.47% |
| 2008-12-31 | 2.27% |
| 2007-12-31 | 2.02% |
| 2006-12-31 | 2.03% |
| 2005-12-31 | 2.69% |
| 2004-12-31 | 3.22% |
| 2003-12-31 | 4.69% |
| 2002-12-31 | 3.45% |
| 2001-12-31 | 3.15% |
| 2000-12-31 | 3.33% |
| 1999-12-31 | 3.44% |
| 1998-12-31 | 3.66% |
| 1997-12-31 | -1.13% |
| 1996-12-31 | 1.37% |
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About Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc.
Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. (NYSE:ARE), an S&P 500® real estate investment trust, stands as the pioneering and most seasoned entity in the specialized domain of urban office properties. Since its inception in 1994, Alexandria has uniquely focused on the ownership, operation, and development of integrated campuses tailored for the life science, technology, and agtech sectors, strategically positioned within premier innovation ecosystems. By December 31, 2020, the company commanded a market capitalization of $31.9 billion and managed an extensive North American asset portfolio totaling 49.7 million square feet. This substantial base encompasses 31.9 million RSF of operational properties, 3.3 million RSF of premium Class A spaces currently under construction, 7.1 million RSF designated for near-to-mid-term development and refurbishment, and an additional 7.4 million SF earmarked for future projects. Alexandria has cultivated a significant footprint across vital innovation hubs such as Greater Boston, San Francisco, New York City, San Diego, Seattle, Maryland, and Research Triangle. Its established expertise lies in crafting superior Class A facilities within these urban campuses, fostering dynamic and collaborative environments. These spaces are instrumental in empowering innovative tenants to successfully attract and retain world-class professionals, thereby stimulating productivity, efficiency, creativity, and overall achievement. Furthermore, Alexandria extends its support to transformative life science, technology, and agtech companies through its dedicated venture capital platform. This distinct business model, coupled with rigorous underwriting practices, ensures a diverse and high-caliber tenant roster, ultimately driving elevated occupancy rates, extended lease durations, robust rental revenues, superior financial returns, and enhanced long-term asset appreciation.
- Sector
- Real Estate
- Industry
- REIT - Office
- CEO
- Peter Moglia