Starbucks Corporation (SBUX) Return on Equity (ROE): -22.93%
Is Starbucks Corporation’s return on equity (ROE) high or low?
Starbucks Corporation's return on equity (ROE) of -22.93% is 46% above its 5-year average of -42.25%, near the high end of its 5-year range (-78.92%–-11.89%).
The return on equity (ROE) for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX) is -22.93% as of Wednesday, June 10, 2026. It is above its 12-month average by 37.54% (-36.71%).
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SBUX Average Return on Equity (ROE) Chart
SBUX Current vs Average Return on Equity (ROE) Chart
SBUX Return on Equity (ROE) Metrics
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE)
-22.93%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG TTM
-36.71%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 3Y
-40.68%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 5Y
-42.25%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 10Y
20.30%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 15Y
21.50%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 20Y
21.33%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+37.54%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+43.63%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+45.73%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-212.96%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-206.67%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-207.52%
SBUX Competitors' Return on Equity (ROE)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starbucks Corporation (SBUX) | — | -22.93% | -36.71% | -40.68% | -42.25% |
| Lowe's Companies, Inc. (LOW) | $120.69B | -67.10% | -57.99% | -53.12% | 3.05% |
| Marriott International, Inc. (MAR) | $103.79B | -68.97% | -74.17% | -46.32% | -28.27% |
| Booking Holdings Inc. (BKNG) | $124.69B | -96.88% | -121.60% | -72.39% | -44.92% |
| 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
-22.9%
ROA
4.9%
Starbucks Corporation 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
Starbucks Corporation Return on Equity (ROE) FAQ
- What is the return on equity (ROE) for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)?
- The return on equity (ROE) for SBUX stock is -22.93%.
- Is Starbucks Corporation's return on equity (ROE) high or low?
- Starbucks Corporation's return on equity (ROE) of -22.93% is 46% above its 5-year average of -42.25%, near the high end of its 5-year range (-78.92%–-11.89%).
- What is the TTM average return on equity (ROE) for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)?
- The TTM average return on equity (ROE) for SBUX stock is -36.71%.
- What is the 3Y average return on equity (ROE) for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)?
- The 3Y average return on equity (ROE) for SBUX stock is -40.68%.
- What is the 5Y average return on equity (ROE) for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)?
- The 5Y average return on equity (ROE) for SBUX stock is -42.25%.
- What is the 10Y average return on equity (ROE) for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)?
- The 10Y average return on equity (ROE) for SBUX stock is 20.30%.
- What is the 15Y average return on equity (ROE) for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)?
- The 15Y average return on equity (ROE) for SBUX stock is 21.50%.
- What is the 20Y average return on equity (ROE) for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)?
- The 20Y average return on equity (ROE) for SBUX stock is 21.33%.
Starbucks Corporation Return on Equity (ROE) History
| DATE | RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) |
|---|---|
| 2025-09-28 | -22.93% |
| 2024-09-30 | -50.49% |
| 2023-09-30 | -51.59% |
| 2022-09-30 | -37.69% |
| 2021-09-30 | -78.92% |
| 2020-09-30 | -11.89% |
| 2019-09-30 | -57.75% |
| 2018-09-30 | 386.34% |
| 2017-09-30 | 52.93% |
| 2016-09-30 | 47.89% |
| 2015-09-30 | 47.39% |
| 2014-09-30 | 39.23% |
| 2013-09-30 | 0.19% |
| 2012-09-30 | 27.09% |
| 2011-09-30 | 28.41% |
| 2010-09-30 | 25.73% |
| 2009-09-30 | 12.83% |
| 2008-09-30 | 12.67% |
| 2007-09-30 | 29.45% |
| 2006-09-30 | 25.32% |
| 2005-09-30 | 23.65% |
| 2004-09-30 | 15.64% |
| 2003-09-30 | 12.89% |
| 2002-09-30 | 12.46% |
| 2001-09-30 | 13.17% |
| 2000-09-30 | 8.23% |
| 1999-09-30 | 10.58% |
| 1998-09-30 | 8.61% |
| 1997-09-30 | 10.38% |
| 1996-09-30 | 9.23% |
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About Starbucks Corporation
Starbucks Corporation, along with its various subsidiaries, operates worldwide as a key player in roasting, marketing, and selling specialty coffee. Its business is structured into three main operating divisions: North America, International markets, and Channel Development. The company's retail outlets offer a broad assortment of coffee and tea beverages, roasted whole bean and ground coffees, single-serve options, and ready-to-drink products. Customers can also find a variety of food items, including pastries, breakfast sandwiches, and lunch selections. Furthermore, Starbucks extends its brand reach by licensing its trademarks to independently operated stores, grocery retailers, and foodservice accounts. Products are sold under well-known labels such as Starbucks, Teavana, Seattle's Best Coffee, Evolution Fresh, Ethos, Starbucks Reserve, and Princi. As of October 3, 2021, Starbucks had a significant global presence, operating 16,826 company-owned and licensed stores across North America, in addition to 17,007 similar locations internationally. The company, established in 1971, is headquartered in Seattle, Washington.
- Sector
- Consumer Cyclical
- Industry
- Restaurants
- CEO
- Brian R. Niccol