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Biogen Inc. (BIIB) Return on Equity (ROE): 7.36%

Is Biogen Inc.’s return on equity (ROE) high or low?

Biogen Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) of 7.36% is 55% below its 5-year average of 16.52%, near the low end of its 5-year range (7.08%–37.39%).

The return on equity (ROE) for Biogen Inc. (BIIB) is 7.36% as of Wednesday, June 10, 2026. It is below its 12-month average by 12.59% (8.42%).

BIIB Return on Equity (ROE) Chart

BIIB Return on Equity (ROE)
7.08%-27.46% 1Y
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BIIB Average Return on Equity (ROE) Chart

BIIB Current vs Average Return on Equity (ROE) Chart

BIIB Return on Equity (ROE) Metrics

RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE)

7.36%

RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG TTM

8.42%

RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 3Y

11.86%

RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 5Y

16.52%

RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 10Y

24.15%

RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 15Y

23.25%

RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 20Y

19.91%

CURRENT VS TTM AVG

-12.59%

CURRENT VS 3Y AVG

-37.93%

CURRENT VS 5Y AVG

-55.44%

CURRENT VS 10Y AVG

-69.53%

CURRENT VS 15Y AVG

-68.35%

CURRENT VS 20Y AVG

-63.03%

BIIB Competitors' Return on Equity (ROE)

NAMEMARKET CAPRETURN ON EQUITY (ROE)TTM3Y5Y
Biogen Inc. (BIIB)7.36%8.42%11.86%16.52%
DexCom, Inc. (DXCM)$29.24B31.47%28.93%25.01%22.95%
IQVIA Holdings Inc. (IQV)$30.60B22.26%21.77%21.17%17.55%
Veeva Systems Inc. (VEEV)$26.73B12.89%12.42%12.32%13.45%
Centene Corporation (CNC)$31.94B-30.07%-10.46%-1.37%1.10%
Waters Corporation (WAT)$23.83B2.94%29.98%64.02%111.55%
Zoetis Inc. (ZTS)$34.20B81.75%66.19%56.82%52.60%
Mettler-Toledo International Inc. (MTD)$22.85B-3677.41%-2178.82%-341.14%-117.12%
BioNTech SE (BNTX)$21.81B-6.79%-4.55%10.63%21.70%
Agilent Technologies, Inc. (A)$37.17B19.85%20.59%21.51%20.54%

Return Analysis

ROE

7.4%

ROA

4.7%

Biogen Inc. Return on Equity (ROE) Formula & Definition

ROE = Net Income / Total Shareholders' Equity

Return on equity measures how efficiently a company generates profit from shareholders' equity. Higher ROE indicates better capital efficiency.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

Biogen Inc. Return on Equity (ROE) FAQ

What is the return on equity (ROE) for Biogen Inc. (BIIB)?
The return on equity (ROE) for BIIB stock is 7.36%.
Is Biogen Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) high or low?
Biogen Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) of 7.36% is 55% below its 5-year average of 16.52%, near the low end of its 5-year range (7.08%–37.39%).
What is the TTM average return on equity (ROE) for Biogen Inc. (BIIB)?
The TTM average return on equity (ROE) for BIIB stock is 8.42%.
What is the 3Y average return on equity (ROE) for Biogen Inc. (BIIB)?
The 3Y average return on equity (ROE) for BIIB stock is 11.86%.
What is the 5Y average return on equity (ROE) for Biogen Inc. (BIIB)?
The 5Y average return on equity (ROE) for BIIB stock is 16.52%.
What is the 10Y average return on equity (ROE) for Biogen Inc. (BIIB)?
The 10Y average return on equity (ROE) for BIIB stock is 24.15%.
What is the 15Y average return on equity (ROE) for Biogen Inc. (BIIB)?
The 15Y average return on equity (ROE) for BIIB stock is 23.25%.
What is the 20Y average return on equity (ROE) for Biogen Inc. (BIIB)?
The 20Y average return on equity (ROE) for BIIB stock is 19.91%.

Biogen Inc. Return on Equity (ROE) History

DATERETURN ON EQUITY (ROE)
2025-12-317.08%
2024-12-319.76%
2023-12-317.85%
2022-12-3122.74%
2021-12-3114.28%
2020-12-3137.39%
2019-12-3144.13%
2018-12-3133.98%
2017-12-3120.13%
2016-12-3130.50%
2015-12-3137.84%
2014-12-3127.14%
2013-12-3121.60%
2012-12-3119.82%
2011-12-3119.21%
2010-12-3118.63%
2009-12-3115.59%
2008-12-3113.49%
2007-12-3111.53%
2006-12-313.04%
2005-12-312.33%
2004-12-310.37%
2003-12-31-12.41%
2002-12-319.28%
2001-12-3120.22%
2000-12-3130.15%
1999-12-3122.51%
1998-12-3119.30%
1997-12-3116.63%
1996-12-318.37%

About Biogen Inc.

Biogen Inc. is a leading biotechnology firm dedicated to the discovery, development, production, and distribution of treatments for complex neurological and neurodegenerative conditions. Its established portfolio includes a range of medications addressing multiple sclerosis (MS), such as TECFIDERA, VUMERITY, AVONEX, PLEGRIDY, TYSABRI, and FAMPYRA. For spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), Biogen provides SPINRAZA, while FUMADERM is available for the treatment of plaque psoriasis. Among its other key offerings is ADUHELM, specifically developed for Alzheimer's disease. The company also markets a selection of biosimilar drugs, including BENEPALI (an etanercept biosimilar akin to ENBREL), IMRALDI (an adalimumab biosimilar comparable to HUMIRA), and FLIXABI (an infliximab biosimilar referencing REMICADE). Further extending its therapeutic reach, Biogen supplies RITUXAN, prescribed for conditions like non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL), rheumatoid arthritis, certain types of ANCA-associated vasculitis, and pemphigus vulgaris. RITUXAN HYCELA targets non-Hodgkin's lymphoma and CLL, and GAZYVA is utilized for CLL and follicular lymphoma. OCREVUS addresses both relapsing and primary progressive forms of MS, complementing the company's broader efforts in anti-CD20 therapies. The company maintains a robust research and development pipeline, featuring numerous investigational therapies. These candidates are designed to tackle a wide spectrum of conditions, including multiple sclerosis and neuroimmunological disorders (e.g., BIIB135, BIIB061, BIIB091, BIIB107), Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia (e.g., Aducanumab, Lecanemab, BIIB076, BIIB080), neuromuscular disorders (e.g., BIIB067, BIIB078, BIIB105, BIIB100, BIIB110), Parkinson's disease and related movement disorders (e.g., BIIB124, BIIB094, BIIB118, BIIB101, BIIB122), neuropsychiatric conditions (e.g., BIIB125, BIIB104), immunology-related illnesses (e.g., Dapirolizumab pegol, BIIB059), acute neurological events (e.g., BIIB093, BIIB131), and neuropathic pain (e.g., BIIB074). Additionally, several biosimilar candidates, such as BYOOVIZ, BIIB800, and SB15, are progressing through various developmental stages. Biogen actively engages in strategic collaborations and licensing arrangements with various partners, including Acorda Therapeutics, Inc., Alkermes Pharma Ireland Limited, Denali Therapeutics Inc., Eisai Co., Ltd., Genentech, Inc., Neurimmune SubOne AG, Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Samsung Bioepis Co., Ltd., Sangamo Therapeutics, Inc., and Sage Therapeutics, Inc. Established in 1978, Biogen Inc. maintains its corporate headquarters in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Cambridge, MA
7,605 employees
Healthcare / Drug Manufacturers - General
Sector
Healthcare
Industry
Drug Manufacturers - General
CEO
Christopher A. Viehbacher