Apple Inc. (AAPL) Return on Equity (ROE): 151.91%
Is Apple Inc.’s return on equity (ROE) high or low?
Apple Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) of 151.91% is in line with its 5-year average of 163.92%, near the low end of its 5-year range (150.07%–196.96%).
The return on equity (ROE) for Apple Inc. (AAPL) is 151.91% as of Tuesday, June 9, 2026. It is below its 12-month average by 4.01% (158.25%).
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AAPL Average Return on Equity (ROE) Chart
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AAPL Return on Equity (ROE) Metrics
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE)
151.91%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG TTM
158.25%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 3Y
157.53%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 5Y
163.92%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 10Y
109.58%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 15Y
85.00%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 20Y
69.80%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-4.01%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-3.57%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-7.33%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+38.63%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+78.71%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+117.63%
AAPL Competitors' Return on Equity (ROE)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apple Inc. (AAPL) | — | 151.91% | 158.25% | 157.53% | 163.92% |
| Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) | $3.00T | 29.65% | 31.24% | 35.31% | 36.97% |
| Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL) | $4.41T | 31.83% | 31.31% | 28.02% | 26.73% |
| Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN) | $2.63T | 18.89% | 19.80% | 13.21% | 16.63% |
| Meta Platforms, Inc. (META) | $1.48T | 27.83% | 30.98% | 26.49% | 26.70% |
| NVIDIA Corporation (NVDA) | $5.04T | 76.33% | 84.10% | 64.30% | 53.25% |
Return Analysis
ROE
151.9%
ROA
31.2%
Apple 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
Apple Inc. Return on Equity (ROE) FAQ
- What is the return on equity (ROE) for Apple Inc. (AAPL)?
- The return on equity (ROE) for AAPL stock is 151.91%.
- Is Apple Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) high or low?
- Apple Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) of 151.91% is in line with its 5-year average of 163.92%, near the low end of its 5-year range (150.07%–196.96%).
- What is the TTM average return on equity (ROE) for Apple Inc. (AAPL)?
- The TTM average return on equity (ROE) for AAPL stock is 158.25%.
- What is the 3Y average return on equity (ROE) for Apple Inc. (AAPL)?
- The 3Y average return on equity (ROE) for AAPL stock is 157.53%.
- What is the 5Y average return on equity (ROE) for Apple Inc. (AAPL)?
- The 5Y average return on equity (ROE) for AAPL stock is 163.92%.
- What is the 10Y average return on equity (ROE) for Apple Inc. (AAPL)?
- The 10Y average return on equity (ROE) for AAPL stock is 109.58%.
- What is the 15Y average return on equity (ROE) for Apple Inc. (AAPL)?
- The 15Y average return on equity (ROE) for AAPL stock is 85.00%.
- What is the 20Y average return on equity (ROE) for Apple Inc. (AAPL)?
- The 20Y average return on equity (ROE) for AAPL stock is 69.80%.
Apple Inc. Return on Equity (ROE) History
| DATE | RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) |
|---|---|
| 2025-09-27 | 151.91% |
| 2024-09-28 | 164.59% |
| 2023-09-30 | 156.08% |
| 2022-09-24 | 196.96% |
| 2021-09-25 | 150.07% |
| 2020-09-26 | 87.87% |
| 2019-09-28 | 61.06% |
| 2018-09-29 | 55.56% |
| 2017-09-30 | 36.07% |
| 2016-09-24 | 35.62% |
| 2015-09-26 | 44.74% |
| 2014-09-27 | 35.42% |
| 2013-09-28 | 29.98% |
| 2012-09-29 | 35.30% |
| 2011-09-24 | 33.83% |
| 2010-09-25 | 29.32% |
| 2009-09-26 | 26.03% |
| 2008-09-27 | 21.68% |
| 2007-09-29 | 24.05% |
| 2006-09-30 | 19.92% |
| 2005-09-24 | 17.88% |
| 2004-09-25 | 5.24% |
| 2003-09-27 | 1.63% |
| 2002-09-28 | 1.59% |
| 2001-09-29 | -0.64% |
| 2000-09-30 | 19.14% |
| 1999-09-25 | 19.36% |
| 1998-09-25 | 18.82% |
| 1997-09-26 | -87.08% |
| 1996-09-27 | -39.65% |
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About Apple Inc.
Apple Inc. is a global technology corporation that specializes in the conceptualization, production, and sale of a diverse suite of electronic devices. Its comprehensive hardware lineup features the well-known iPhone smartphones, Mac personal computers, and versatile iPad tablets. The company also supplies a range of wearables, smart home products, and accessories, including AirPods, Apple TV, Apple Watch, items from the Beats brand, and HomePod speakers. Beyond its device offerings, Apple delivers essential support services like AppleCare and robust cloud solutions. It oversees key digital platforms, prominently the App Store, which acts as a central hub for customers to discover and download countless applications and digital content, from e-books and music to videos, games, and podcasts. The company also generates revenue via advertising, leveraging both its proprietary ad platforms and third-party licensing deals. Apple's ecosystem is further bolstered by a wide array of subscription-based services: Apple Arcade for gaming, Apple Fitness+ for personalized wellness, Apple Music for curated audio experiences and on-demand radio, Apple News+ for access to news and magazines, and Apple TV+ for exclusive original video programming. Its financial services portfolio includes the co-branded Apple Card and the mobile payment system, Apple Pay. Additionally, Apple strategically licenses its intellectual property. The company serves a broad clientele that spans individual consumers, small and medium-sized enterprises, as well as institutional clients in the education, corporate, and governmental sectors. Products are distributed through a multi-channel strategy, utilizing Apple's own physical retail locations and online storefronts, a dedicated direct sales team, and collaborations with external partners such as mobile network providers, wholesalers, general retailers, and authorized resellers. The App Store additionally functions as the primary conduit for third-party applications designed for its devices. Founded in 1976, Apple Inc. is headquartered in Cupertino, California.
- Sector
- Technology
- Industry
- Consumer Electronics
- CEO
- Timothy D. Cook