Return on Equity (ROE): 22.07%
Is the return on equity (ROE) high or low?
The return on equity (ROE) of 22.07% is in line with its 5-year average of 22.41%, around the middle of its 5-year range (18.04%–27.96%).
As of Sunday, June 28, 2026. 2.63% above its 12-month average of 21.50%.
CNI Return on Equity (ROE) Chart
Annual fiscal-year return on equity; no daily interpolation.
CNI Average Return on Equity (ROE) Chart
CNI Current vs Average Return on Equity (ROE) Chart
CNI Return on Equity (ROE) Metrics
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE)
22.07%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG TTM
21.50%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 3Y
23.72%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 5Y
22.41%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 10Y
23.96%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 15Y
22.68%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 20Y
21.70%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+2.63%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-6.98%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-1.53%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-7.87%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-2.70%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+1.72%
CNI Competitors' Return on Equity (ROE)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canadian National Railway Company (CNI) | $73.13B | 22.07% | 21.50% | 23.72% | 22.41% |
| TransDigm Group Incorporated (TDG)vs › | $74.09B | -21.41% | -24.33% | -34.26% | -29.66% |
| Bloom Energy Corporation (BE)vs › | $71.69B | 0.65% | -8.36% | -41.33% | 0.96% |
| FedEx Corporation (FDX)vs › | $76.00B | 14.01% | 14.29% | 14.88% | 16.08% |
| Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC)vs › | $70.26B | 16.89% | 18.41% | 19.20% | 18.74% |
| Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW)vs › | $77.02B | 97.06% | 100.13% | 99.17% | 89.55% |
| Cintas Corporation (CTAS)vs › | $68.78B | 40.46% | 37.55% | 36.84% | 34.09% |
| Canadian Pacific Kansas City Ltd. (CP)vs › | $77.88B | 9.56% | 8.39% | 8.82% | 12.85% |
| Emerson Electric Co. (EMR)vs › | $80.37B | 12.04% | 10.21% | 28.87% | 27.03% |
| Comfort Systems USA, Inc. (FIX)vs › | $65.27B | 43.47% | 36.20% | 30.58% | 26.94% |
Return Analysis
ROE
22.1%
ROA
8.0%
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
Return on Equity (ROE) FAQ
- What is the return on equity (ROE) for Canadian National Railway Company (CNI)?
- The return on equity (ROE) for CNI stock is 22.07%.
- Is Canadian National Railway Company's return on equity (ROE) high or low?
- The return on equity (ROE) of 22.07% is in line with its 5-year average of 22.41%, around the middle of its 5-year range (18.04%–27.96%).
- What is the TTM average return on equity (ROE) for Canadian National Railway Company (CNI)?
- The TTM average return on equity (ROE) for CNI stock is 21.50%.
- What is the 3Y average return on equity (ROE) for Canadian National Railway Company (CNI)?
- The 3Y average return on equity (ROE) for CNI stock is 23.72%.
- What is the 5Y average return on equity (ROE) for Canadian National Railway Company (CNI)?
- The 5Y average return on equity (ROE) for CNI stock is 22.41%.
- What is the 10Y average return on equity (ROE) for Canadian National Railway Company (CNI)?
- The 10Y average return on equity (ROE) for CNI stock is 23.96%.
- What is the 15Y average return on equity (ROE) for Canadian National Railway Company (CNI)?
- The 15Y average return on equity (ROE) for CNI stock is 22.68%.
- What is the 20Y average return on equity (ROE) for Canadian National Railway Company (CNI)?
- The 20Y average return on equity (ROE) for CNI stock is 21.70%.
CNI Return on Equity (ROE) History
| DATE | RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 21.88% |
| 2024-12-31 | 21.13% |
| 2023-12-31 | 27.96% |
| 2022-12-31 | 23.93% |
| 2021-12-31 | 21.54% |
| 2020-12-31 | 18.04% |
| 2019-12-31 | 23.37% |
| 2018-12-31 | 24.53% |
| 2017-12-31 | 32.93% |
| 2016-12-31 | 24.53% |
| 2015-12-31 | 23.67% |
| 2014-12-31 | 23.51% |
| 2013-12-31 | 20.17% |
| 2012-12-31 | 24.32% |
| 2011-12-31 | 23.01% |
| 2010-12-31 | 18.65% |
| 2009-12-31 | 16.50% |
| 2008-12-31 | 17.95% |
| 2007-12-31 | 21.20% |
| 2006-12-31 | 21.24% |
| 2005-12-31 | 16.82% |
| 2004-12-31 | 13.55% |
| 2003-12-31 | 12.03% |
| 2002-12-31 | 9.56% |
| 2001-12-31 | 13.89% |
| 2000-12-31 | 14.20% |
| 1999-12-31 | 12.27% |
| 1998-12-31 | 5.28% |
| 1997-12-31 | 25.94% |
| 1996-12-31 | 35.54% |
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About Canadian National Railway Company
Canadian National Railway Company (CNI), together with its subsidiary operations, functions as a key player in the railway and related logistics industry. The firm handles a wide array of freight, including petroleum products and chemicals, agricultural commodities such as grain and fertilizers, various minerals like coal and metals, timber and paper goods, intermodal containers, and finished automobiles. Its services cater to a broad base of clients, from international exporters and importers to retail chains, agricultural growers, and industrial manufacturers. CNI boasts a substantial rail infrastructure, with approximately 19,500 miles of track extending across both Canada and the United States. Additionally, the company provides diverse ancillary services, encompassing marine terminal management (vessels and docks), cargo transshipment and distribution, specialized automotive supply chain solutions, and comprehensive freight management and forwarding. Founded in 1919, Canadian National Railway Company is based in Montreal, Canada.
- Sector
- Industrials
- Industry
- Railroads
- CEO
- Tracy A. Robinson