Wells Fargo & Company (WFC) Return on Equity (ROE): 12.18%
Is Wells Fargo & Company’s return on equity (ROE) high or low?
Wells Fargo & Company's return on equity (ROE) of 12.18% is 35% above its 5-year average of 9.05%, near the high end of its 5-year range (1.83%–11.78%).
The return on equity (ROE) for Wells Fargo & Company (WFC) is 12.18% as of Wednesday, June 10, 2026. It is above its 12-month average by 6.89% (11.39%).
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WFC Return on Equity (ROE) Metrics
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE)
12.18%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG TTM
11.39%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 3Y
10.17%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 5Y
9.05%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 10Y
9.98%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 15Y
10.52%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 20Y
11.24%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+6.89%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+19.73%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+34.59%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+22.00%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+15.81%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+8.34%
WFC Competitors' Return on Equity (ROE)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wells Fargo & Company (WFC) | — | 12.18% | 11.39% | 10.17% | 9.05% |
| Citigroup Inc. (C) | $228.07B | 7.58% | 6.40% | 6.17% | 6.85% |
| American Express Company (AXP) | $214.47B | 33.00% | 32.91% | 31.52% | 29.34% |
| The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (GS) | $296.20B | 14.72% | 12.72% | 10.58% | 11.98% |
| Morgan Stanley (MS) | $327.17B | 15.91% | 13.96% | 12.03% | 12.19% |
| BlackRock, Inc. (BLK) | $156.77B | 11.03% | 11.68% | 12.76% | 13.45% |
| The Charles Schwab Corporation (SCHW) | $156.50B | 19.14% | 15.09% | 15.55% | 13.08% |
| Chubb Limited (CB) | $128.60B | 15.31% | 14.23% | 13.50% | 12.37% |
| S&P Global Inc. (SPGI) | $126.25B | 15.32% | 12.96% | 10.63% | 108.48% |
| The Progressive Corporation (PGR) | $119.37B | 36.08% | 35.22% | 23.55% | 24.35% |
Return Analysis
ROE
12.2%
ROA
1.0%
Wells Fargo & Company 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
Wells Fargo & Company Return on Equity (ROE) FAQ
- What is the return on equity (ROE) for Wells Fargo & Company (WFC)?
- The return on equity (ROE) for WFC stock is 12.18%.
- Is Wells Fargo & Company's return on equity (ROE) high or low?
- Wells Fargo & Company's return on equity (ROE) of 12.18% is 35% above its 5-year average of 9.05%, near the high end of its 5-year range (1.83%–11.78%).
- What is the TTM average return on equity (ROE) for Wells Fargo & Company (WFC)?
- The TTM average return on equity (ROE) for WFC stock is 11.39%.
- What is the 3Y average return on equity (ROE) for Wells Fargo & Company (WFC)?
- The 3Y average return on equity (ROE) for WFC stock is 10.17%.
- What is the 5Y average return on equity (ROE) for Wells Fargo & Company (WFC)?
- The 5Y average return on equity (ROE) for WFC stock is 9.05%.
- What is the 10Y average return on equity (ROE) for Wells Fargo & Company (WFC)?
- The 10Y average return on equity (ROE) for WFC stock is 9.98%.
- What is the 15Y average return on equity (ROE) for Wells Fargo & Company (WFC)?
- The 15Y average return on equity (ROE) for WFC stock is 10.52%.
- What is the 20Y average return on equity (ROE) for Wells Fargo & Company (WFC)?
- The 20Y average return on equity (ROE) for WFC stock is 11.24%.
Wells Fargo & Company Return on Equity (ROE) History
| DATE | RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 11.78% |
| 2024-12-31 | 11.01% |
| 2023-12-31 | 10.31% |
| 2022-12-31 | 7.59% |
| 2021-12-31 | 11.78% |
| 2020-12-31 | 1.83% |
| 2019-12-31 | 10.53% |
| 2018-12-31 | 11.42% |
| 2017-12-31 | 10.72% |
| 2016-12-31 | 10.99% |
| 2015-12-31 | 11.86% |
| 2014-12-31 | 12.50% |
| 2013-12-31 | 12.86% |
| 2012-12-31 | 11.99% |
| 2011-12-31 | 11.32% |
| 2010-12-31 | 9.78% |
| 2009-12-31 | 10.98% |
| 2008-12-31 | 2.68% |
| 2007-12-31 | 16.92% |
| 2006-12-31 | 18.38% |
| 2005-12-31 | 18.87% |
| 2004-12-31 | 18.52% |
| 2003-12-31 | 17.99% |
| 2002-12-31 | 17.92% |
| 2001-12-31 | 12.53% |
| 2000-12-31 | 15.20% |
| 1999-12-31 | 16.81% |
| 1998-12-31 | 9.39% |
| 1997-12-31 | 12.64% |
| 1996-12-31 | 36.74% |
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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