Exxon Mobil Corporation (XOM) Return on Equity (ROE): 9.95%
Is Exxon Mobil Corporation’s return on equity (ROE) high or low?
Exxon Mobil Corporation's return on equity (ROE) of 9.95% is 14% below its 5-year average of 11.57%, around the middle of its 5-year range (-14.28%–28.58%).
As of Wednesday, June 17, 2026. 16.70% below its 12-month average of 11.95%.
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XOM Current vs Average Return on Equity (ROE) Chart
XOM Return on Equity (ROE) Metrics
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE)
9.95%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG TTM
11.95%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 3Y
17.51%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 5Y
11.57%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 10Y
10.22%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 15Y
15.90%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 20Y
19.82%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-16.70%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-43.18%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-14.03%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-2.65%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-37.41%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-49.81%
XOM Competitors' Return on Equity (ROE)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exxon Mobil Corporation (XOM) | $586.80B | 9.95% | 11.95% | 17.51% | 11.57% |
| Chevron Corporation (CVX)vs › | $356.88B | 5.99% | 9.09% | 13.44% | 10.13% |
| ConocoPhillips (COP)vs › | $134.58B | 11.34% | 13.31% | 21.89% | 16.05% |
| Canadian Natural Resources Limited (CNQ)vs › | $88.48B | 30.65% | 19.94% | 22.30% | 18.04% |
| The Williams Companies, Inc. (WMB)vs › | $87.02B | 21.85% | 19.16% | 20.45% | 16.14% |
| SLB N.V. (SLB)vs › | $77.32B | 12.63% | 16.97% | 18.55% | -0.02% |
| Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC)vs › | $72.36B | 27.65% | 21.39% | 33.71% | 21.29% |
| EOG Resources, Inc. (EOG)vs › | $71.11B | 17.79% | 19.26% | 24.21% | 19.15% |
| Valero Energy Corporation (VLO)vs › | $70.75B | 17.62% | 10.60% | 25.92% | 16.86% |
| Phillips 66 (PSX)vs › | $67.82B | 14.45% | 11.43% | 20.78% | 11.50% |
Return Analysis
ROE
9.9%
ROA
5.5%
Exxon Mobil 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
Exxon Mobil Corporation Return on Equity (ROE) FAQ
- What is the return on equity (ROE) for Exxon Mobil Corporation (XOM)?
- The return on equity (ROE) for XOM stock is 9.95%.
- Is Exxon Mobil Corporation's return on equity (ROE) high or low?
- Exxon Mobil Corporation's return on equity (ROE) of 9.95% is 14% below its 5-year average of 11.57%, around the middle of its 5-year range (-14.28%–28.58%).
- What is the TTM average return on equity (ROE) for Exxon Mobil Corporation (XOM)?
- The TTM average return on equity (ROE) for XOM stock is 11.95%.
- What is the 3Y average return on equity (ROE) for Exxon Mobil Corporation (XOM)?
- The 3Y average return on equity (ROE) for XOM stock is 17.51%.
- What is the 5Y average return on equity (ROE) for Exxon Mobil Corporation (XOM)?
- The 5Y average return on equity (ROE) for XOM stock is 11.57%.
- What is the 10Y average return on equity (ROE) for Exxon Mobil Corporation (XOM)?
- The 10Y average return on equity (ROE) for XOM stock is 10.22%.
- What is the 15Y average return on equity (ROE) for Exxon Mobil Corporation (XOM)?
- The 15Y average return on equity (ROE) for XOM stock is 15.90%.
- What is the 20Y average return on equity (ROE) for Exxon Mobil Corporation (XOM)?
- The 20Y average return on equity (ROE) for XOM stock is 19.82%.
Exxon Mobil Corporation Return on Equity (ROE) History
| DATE | RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 11.12% |
| 2024-12-31 | 12.77% |
| 2023-12-31 | 17.58% |
| 2022-12-31 | 28.58% |
| 2021-12-31 | 13.67% |
| 2020-12-31 | -14.28% |
| 2019-12-31 | 7.48% |
| 2018-12-31 | 10.87% |
| 2017-12-31 | 10.50% |
| 2016-12-31 | 4.69% |
| 2015-12-31 | 9.45% |
| 2014-12-31 | 18.65% |
| 2013-12-31 | 18.72% |
| 2012-12-31 | 27.06% |
| 2011-12-31 | 26.59% |
| 2010-12-31 | 20.74% |
| 2009-12-31 | 17.44% |
| 2008-12-31 | 40.03% |
| 2007-12-31 | 33.35% |
| 2006-12-31 | 34.70% |
| 2005-12-31 | 32.50% |
| 2004-12-31 | 24.89% |
| 2003-12-31 | 23.92% |
| 2002-12-31 | 15.36% |
| 2001-12-31 | 20.94% |
| 2000-12-31 | 25.04% |
| 1999-12-31 | 12.46% |
| 1998-12-31 | 18.45% |
| 1997-12-31 | 26.87% |
| 1996-12-31 | 17.25% |
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About Exxon Mobil Corporation
Exxon Mobil Corporation is a global energy firm that undertakes the exploration and extraction of oil and natural gas resources across its domestic operations and international territories. The company organizes its vast activities into three primary divisions: Upstream, Downstream, and Chemical. Beyond resource acquisition, Exxon Mobil is deeply engaged in the manufacturing, commercial trading, logistical transportation, and marketing of crude oil, natural gas, refined petroleum goods, a wide array of petrochemicals (including olefins, polyolefins, and aromatics), and other specialized chemical products. Furthermore, the company is actively developing solutions in carbon capture and storage, hydrogen, and biofuels. As of December 31, 2021, the corporation maintained approximately 20,528 net operational wells with verified reserves. Founded in 1870, Exxon Mobil's corporate headquarters are located in Irving, Texas.
- Sector
- Energy
- Industry
- Oil & Gas Integrated
- CEO
- Darren W. Woods