Lowe's Companies, Inc. (LOW) Return on Equity (ROE): -67.10%
Is Lowe's Companies, Inc.’s return on equity (ROE) high or low?
Lowe's Companies, Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) of -67.10% is 2304% below its 5-year average of 3.05%, near the low end of its 5-year range (-175.29%–406.05%).
The return on equity (ROE) for Lowe's Companies, Inc. (LOW) is -67.10% as of Wednesday, June 10, 2026. It is below its 12-month average by 15.70% (-57.99%).
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LOW Average Return on Equity (ROE) Chart
LOW Current vs Average Return on Equity (ROE) Chart
LOW Return on Equity (ROE) Metrics
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE)
-67.10%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG TTM
-57.99%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 3Y
-53.12%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 5Y
3.05%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 10Y
39.90%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 15Y
32.60%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 20Y
28.55%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-15.70%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-26.31%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-2303.61%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-268.19%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-305.84%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-335.01%
LOW Competitors' Return on Equity (ROE)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lowe's Companies, Inc. (LOW) | — | -67.10% | -57.99% | -53.12% | 3.05% |
| Booking Holdings Inc. (BKNG) | $124.69B | -96.88% | -121.60% | -72.39% | -44.92% |
| Starbucks Corporation (SBUX) | $112.74B | -22.93% | -36.71% | -40.68% | -42.25% |
| Marriott International, Inc. (MAR) | $103.79B | -68.97% | -74.17% | -46.32% | -28.27% |
| MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI) | $81.30B | 26.37% | 36.76% | 33.01% | 22.90% |
| Airbnb, Inc. (ABNB) | $77.96B | 30.63% | 31.05% | 38.71% | -1.75% |
| Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. (HLT) | $76.74B | -27.04% | -34.11% | -57.61% | -38.73% |
| General Motors Company (GM) | $75.52B | 4.41% | 6.97% | 11.09% | 12.56% |
| Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST) | $74.06B | 36.73% | 36.31% | 36.59% | 31.90% |
| NIKE, Inc. (NKE) | $65.15B | 15.97% | 31.93% | 34.91% | 36.00% |
Return Analysis
ROE
-67.1%
ROA
12.1%
Lowe's Companies, 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
Lowe's Companies, Inc. Return on Equity (ROE) FAQ
- What is the return on equity (ROE) for Lowe's Companies, Inc. (LOW)?
- The return on equity (ROE) for LOW stock is -67.10%.
- Is Lowe's Companies, Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) high or low?
- Lowe's Companies, Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) of -67.10% is 2304% below its 5-year average of 3.05%, near the low end of its 5-year range (-175.29%–406.05%).
- What is the TTM average return on equity (ROE) for Lowe's Companies, Inc. (LOW)?
- The TTM average return on equity (ROE) for LOW stock is -57.99%.
- What is the 3Y average return on equity (ROE) for Lowe's Companies, Inc. (LOW)?
- The 3Y average return on equity (ROE) for LOW stock is -53.12%.
- What is the 5Y average return on equity (ROE) for Lowe's Companies, Inc. (LOW)?
- The 5Y average return on equity (ROE) for LOW stock is 3.05%.
- What is the 10Y average return on equity (ROE) for Lowe's Companies, Inc. (LOW)?
- The 10Y average return on equity (ROE) for LOW stock is 39.90%.
- What is the 15Y average return on equity (ROE) for Lowe's Companies, Inc. (LOW)?
- The 15Y average return on equity (ROE) for LOW stock is 32.60%.
- What is the 20Y average return on equity (ROE) for Lowe's Companies, Inc. (LOW)?
- The 20Y average return on equity (ROE) for LOW stock is 28.55%.
Lowe's Companies, Inc. Return on Equity (ROE) History
| DATE | RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) |
|---|---|
| 2026-01-30 | -67.10% |
| 2025-01-31 | -48.89% |
| 2024-01-31 | -51.34% |
| 2023-01-31 | -45.16% |
| 2022-01-31 | -175.29% |
| 2021-01-31 | 406.05% |
| 2020-01-31 | 217.09% |
| 2019-01-31 | 63.50% |
| 2018-01-31 | 58.69% |
| 2017-01-31 | 48.04% |
| 2016-01-31 | 33.26% |
| 2015-01-31 | 27.07% |
| 2014-01-31 | 19.29% |
| 2013-01-31 | 14.14% |
| 2012-01-31 | 11.12% |
| 2011-01-31 | 11.10% |
| 2010-01-31 | 9.35% |
| 2009-01-31 | 12.16% |
| 2008-01-31 | 17.45% |
| 2007-01-31 | 19.75% |
| 2006-01-31 | 19.32% |
| 2005-01-31 | 18.86% |
| 2004-01-31 | 17.89% |
| 2003-01-31 | 17.96% |
| 2002-01-31 | 15.33% |
| 2001-01-31 | 14.74% |
| 2000-01-31 | 14.33% |
| 1999-01-31 | 15.96% |
| 1998-01-31 | 14.73% |
| 1997-01-31 | 13.18% |
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About Lowe's Companies, Inc.
Lowe's Companies, Inc., together with its various subsidiary entities, operates as a prominent home improvement retailer serving both the United States and international markets. The company supplies a broad spectrum of items essential for construction, upkeep, renovations, and interior design projects. Its comprehensive product line encompasses major appliances, seasonal and outdoor living essentials, lawn and garden tools, timber, kitchen and bathroom fixtures, power tools, paints, custom millwork, general hardware, flooring options, plumbing components, building materials, decorative accents, lighting solutions, and electrical supplies. In addition to merchandise, Lowe's facilitates installation services through independent contractors across numerous product categories, offers extended protection plans, and provides repair services covering both warranty and post-warranty issues. The company markets its inventory, comprising both well-known national brands and proprietary private-label items, to a diverse clientele including individual homeowners, tenants, and trade professionals. As of January 28, 2022, Lowe's operated 1,971 retail locations dedicated to home improvement and hardware. Products are also accessible via its e-commerce platforms, Lowes.com and Lowesforpros.com, and through its mobile applications. Established in 1921, Lowe's Companies, Inc. maintains its headquarters in Mooresville, North Carolina.
- Sector
- Consumer Cyclical
- Industry
- Home Improvement
- CEO
- Marvin R. Ellison