Wells Fargo & Company (WFC) Return on Assets (ROA): 0.99%
Is Wells Fargo & Company’s return on assets (ROA) high or low?
Wells Fargo & Company's return on assets (ROA) of 0.99% is 18% above its 5-year average of 0.84%, near the high end of its 5-year range (0.17%–1.13%).
The return on assets (ROA) for Wells Fargo & Company (WFC) is 0.99% as of Wednesday, June 10, 2026. It is below its 12-month average by 1.49% (1.00%).
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WFC Return on Assets (ROA) Metrics
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA)
0.99%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG TTM
1.00%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 3Y
0.93%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 5Y
0.84%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 10Y
0.98%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 15Y
1.07%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 20Y
1.10%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-1.49%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+6.17%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+18.09%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+0.93%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-7.48%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-9.80%
WFC Competitors' Return on Assets (ROA)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wells Fargo & Company (WFC) | $251.58B | 0.99% | 1.00% | 0.93% | 0.84% |
| Citigroup Inc. (C) | $228.07B | 0.58% | 0.54% | 0.52% | 0.59% |
| American Express Company (AXP) | $214.47B | 3.63% | 3.67% | 3.46% | 3.29% |
| The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (GS) | $296.20B | 0.88% | 0.90% | 0.77% | 0.90% |
| Morgan Stanley (MS) | $327.17B | 1.15% | 1.15% | 0.99% | 1.04% |
| BlackRock, Inc. (BLK) | $156.77B | 3.67% | 3.93% | 4.18% | 3.90% |
| The Charles Schwab Corporation (SCHW) | $156.50B | 1.91% | 1.52% | 1.34% | 1.14% |
| Chubb Limited (CB) | $128.60B | 4.10% | 3.77% | 3.53% | 3.37% |
| S&P Global Inc. (SPGI) | $126.25B | 7.86% | 6.86% | 5.83% | 10.35% |
| The Progressive Corporation (PGR) | $119.37B | 9.46% | 8.61% | 5.64% | 6.03% |
Asset Efficiency
ROA
1.0%
ROE
12.2%
Wells Fargo & Company 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
Wells Fargo & Company Return on Assets (ROA) FAQ
- What is the return on assets (ROA) for Wells Fargo & Company (WFC)?
- The return on assets (ROA) for WFC stock is 0.99%.
- Is Wells Fargo & Company's return on assets (ROA) high or low?
- Wells Fargo & Company's return on assets (ROA) of 0.99% is 18% above its 5-year average of 0.84%, near the high end of its 5-year range (0.17%–1.13%).
- What is the TTM average return on assets (ROA) for Wells Fargo & Company (WFC)?
- The TTM average return on assets (ROA) for WFC stock is 1.00%.
- What is the 3Y average return on assets (ROA) for Wells Fargo & Company (WFC)?
- The 3Y average return on assets (ROA) for WFC stock is 0.93%.
- What is the 5Y average return on assets (ROA) for Wells Fargo & Company (WFC)?
- The 5Y average return on assets (ROA) for WFC stock is 0.84%.
- What is the 10Y average return on assets (ROA) for Wells Fargo & Company (WFC)?
- The 10Y average return on assets (ROA) for WFC stock is 0.98%.
- What is the 15Y average return on assets (ROA) for Wells Fargo & Company (WFC)?
- The 15Y average return on assets (ROA) for WFC stock is 1.07%.
- What is the 20Y average return on assets (ROA) for Wells Fargo & Company (WFC)?
- The 20Y average return on assets (ROA) for WFC stock is 1.10%.
Wells Fargo & Company Return on Assets (ROA) History
| DATE | RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 0.99% |
| 2024-12-31 | 1.02% |
| 2023-12-31 | 0.99% |
| 2022-12-31 | 0.73% |
| 2021-12-31 | 1.13% |
| 2020-12-31 | 0.17% |
| 2019-12-31 | 1.02% |
| 2018-12-31 | 1.18% |
| 2017-12-31 | 1.14% |
| 2016-12-31 | 1.14% |
| 2015-12-31 | 1.28% |
| 2014-12-31 | 1.37% |
| 2013-12-31 | 1.44% |
| 2012-12-31 | 1.33% |
| 2011-12-31 | 1.21% |
| 2010-12-31 | 0.98% |
| 2009-12-31 | 0.99% |
| 2008-12-31 | 0.20% |
| 2007-12-31 | 1.40% |
| 2006-12-31 | 1.75% |
| 2005-12-31 | 1.59% |
| 2004-12-31 | 1.64% |
| 2003-12-31 | 1.60% |
| 2002-12-31 | 1.56% |
| 2001-12-31 | 1.11% |
| 2000-12-31 | 1.48% |
| 1999-12-31 | 1.66% |
| 1998-12-31 | 0.96% |
| 1997-12-31 | 1.35% |
| 1996-12-31 | 2.78% |
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About Wells Fargo & Company
Wells Fargo & Company is a prominent global financial institution, offering a broad spectrum of services that encompass banking, investment management, mortgage lending, and various consumer and commercial finance solutions throughout the United States and internationally. Its operations are structured into four key divisions: Consumer Banking and Lending, Commercial Banking, Corporate and Investment Banking, and Wealth and Investment Management. The Consumer Banking and Lending division caters to individual customers and small enterprises, providing a range of financial offerings. These include fundamental services like checking and savings accounts, credit and debit cards, and diverse loan products for homes, vehicles, personal use, and small business expansion. The Commercial Banking segment focuses on delivering financial solutions to private, family-owned, and select publicly traded companies. This involves comprehensive banking and credit services for various industries and municipal entities, alongside secured lending, leasing options, and treasury management support. For corporate, commercial real estate, government, and institutional clients, the Corporate and Investment Banking division delivers an extensive portfolio of capital markets, banking, and financial products. Key services include corporate and investment banking, treasury management, commercial real estate lending and servicing, equity and fixed income strategies, complemented by robust sales, trading, and research support. Finally, the Wealth and Investment Management segment specializes in offering personalized wealth management, brokerage services, financial planning, lending, private banking, and trust and fiduciary solutions. These are primarily targeted at affluent, high-net-worth, and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, often delivered through a network of financial advisors. Established in 1852, Wells Fargo & Company maintains its headquarters in San Francisco, California.
- Sector
- Financial Services
- Industry
- Banks - Diversified
- CEO
- Charles W. Scharf