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Return on Equity (ROE): 15.39%

Is the return on equity (ROE) high or low?

The return on equity (ROE) of 15.39% is in line with its 5-year average of 15.62%, around the middle of its 5-year range (12.03%–20.76%).

As of Saturday, June 27, 2026. 14.30% above its 12-month average of 13.46%.

EFX Return on Equity (ROE)

EFX Return on Equity (ROE) Chart

14.34%

Annual fiscal-year return on equity; no daily interpolation.

-22.78% 10Y
EFX Return on Equity (ROE)

EFX Average Return on Equity (ROE) Chart

EFX Return on Equity (ROE)

EFX Current vs Average Return on Equity (ROE) Chart

EFX Return on Equity (ROE) Metrics

RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE)

15.39%

RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG TTM

13.46%

RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 3Y

14.14%

RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 5Y

15.62%

RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 10Y

13.11%

RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 15Y

15.65%

RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 20Y

16.09%

CURRENT VS TTM AVG

+14.30%

CURRENT VS 3Y AVG

+8.84%

CURRENT VS 5Y AVG

-1.49%

CURRENT VS 10Y AVG

+17.35%

CURRENT VS 15Y AVG

-1.63%

CURRENT VS 20Y AVG

-4.33%

EFX Competitors' Return on Equity (ROE)

NAMEMARKET CAPRETURN ON EQUITY (ROE)TTM3Y5Y
Equifax Inc. (EFX)$19.12B15.39%13.46%14.14%15.62%
Lennox International Inc. (LII)vs ›$19.48B64.51%81.25%31.15%-355.26%
Fortive Corporation (FTV)vs ›$18.66B8.94%8.57%8.34%9.62%
RBC Bearings Incorporated (RBC)vs ›$19.94B8.56%8.34%7.72%6.75%
BWX Technologies, Inc. (BWXT)vs ›$18.21B26.92%26.42%27.75%34.02%
Snap-on Incorporated (SNA)vs ›$20.57B17.18%17.14%18.81%19.28%
Expeditors International of Washington, Inc. (EXPD)vs ›$20.97B36.62%35.49%36.53%35.47%
C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. (CHRW)vs ›$21.14B35.15%29.42%37.81%36.66%
IDEX Corporation (IEX)vs ›$16.82B12.54%12.66%15.36%15.39%
WESCO International, Inc. (WCC)vs ›$16.79B13.25%13.58%15.42%12.83%

Return Analysis

ROE

15.4%

ROA

5.8%

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 Equifax Inc. (EFX)?
The return on equity (ROE) for EFX stock is 15.39%.
Is Equifax Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) high or low?
The return on equity (ROE) of 15.39% is in line with its 5-year average of 15.62%, around the middle of its 5-year range (12.03%–20.76%).
What is the TTM average return on equity (ROE) for Equifax Inc. (EFX)?
The TTM average return on equity (ROE) for EFX stock is 13.46%.
What is the 3Y average return on equity (ROE) for Equifax Inc. (EFX)?
The 3Y average return on equity (ROE) for EFX stock is 14.14%.
What is the 5Y average return on equity (ROE) for Equifax Inc. (EFX)?
The 5Y average return on equity (ROE) for EFX stock is 15.62%.
What is the 10Y average return on equity (ROE) for Equifax Inc. (EFX)?
The 10Y average return on equity (ROE) for EFX stock is 13.11%.
What is the 15Y average return on equity (ROE) for Equifax Inc. (EFX)?
The 15Y average return on equity (ROE) for EFX stock is 15.65%.
What is the 20Y average return on equity (ROE) for Equifax Inc. (EFX)?
The 20Y average return on equity (ROE) for EFX stock is 16.09%.

EFX Return on Equity (ROE) History

DATERETURN ON EQUITY (ROE)
2025-12-3114.34%
2024-12-3112.59%
2023-12-3112.03%
2022-12-3117.60%
2021-12-3120.76%
2020-12-3116.42%
2019-12-31-14.90%
2018-12-319.99%
2017-12-3118.50%
2016-12-3118.36%
2015-12-3118.57%
2014-12-3116.70%
2013-12-3115.29%
2012-12-3114.08%
2011-12-3113.68%
2010-12-3115.77%
2009-12-3114.61%
2008-12-3120.79%
2007-12-3119.49%
2006-12-3132.75%
2005-12-3130.05%
2004-12-3144.82%
2003-12-3144.39%
2002-12-3180.54%
2001-12-3150.31%
2000-12-3159.44%
1999-12-31100.14%
1998-12-3152.77%
1997-12-3152.58%
1996-12-3141.80%

About Equifax Inc.

Equifax Inc. operates as a global data and analytics company, delivering a range of information solutions and specialized human resources administrative process outsourcing services. Its clientele spans across businesses, governmental organizations, and individual consumers. The company's operations are structured into three primary divisions: Workforce Solutions, U.S. Information Solutions (USIS), and International. The Workforce Solutions segment specializes in employment-related data, offering verification services for income, employment history, criminal records, and Social Security numbers. It also provides tools for payroll-based transactions, employment tax management, and products aimed at protecting against identity theft. The U.S. Information Solutions (USIS) segment provides a comprehensive suite of services for both consumers and businesses within the United States. These offerings include extensive credit data and scoring, sophisticated credit modeling and portfolio analytics, identity verification and fraud detection/prevention services, and various consulting options. Additionally, USIS supports mortgage services, financial marketing initiatives, identity management solutions, credit monitoring products, and online decisioning technology solutions, alongside portfolio management and mortgage reporting services. Globally, the International segment delivers similar information service products, encompassing consumer and commercial credit and financial data, credit scoring, and advanced modeling. This division also provides credit-related marketing products and services, as well as technology and support for debt collection and recovery management. Equifax serves a diverse array of industries, including financial services, mortgage, employment, telecommunications, retail, automotive, utilities, brokerage, healthcare, and insurance, in addition to federal, state, and local governments. With a substantial international presence, the company conducts business in numerous countries, including the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, India, the United Kingdom, Spain, Portugal, Argentina, Brazil, Mexico, and many other nations across Latin America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. Founded in 1899, Equifax maintains its corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia.

Atlanta, GA
15,000 employees
Industrials / Consulting Services
Sector
Industrials
Industry
Consulting Services
CEO
Mark W. Begor