Elevance Health Inc. (ELV) Return on Equity (ROE): 12.90%
Is Elevance Health Inc.’s return on equity (ROE) high or low?
Elevance Health Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) of 12.90% is 14% below its 5-year average of 14.93%, near the low end of its 5-year range (12.90%–16.93%).
The return on equity (ROE) for Elevance Health Inc. (ELV) is 12.90% as of Tuesday, June 9, 2026. It is below its 12-month average by 5.74% (13.69%).
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ELV Return on Equity (ROE) Metrics
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE)
12.90%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG TTM
13.69%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 3Y
14.71%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 5Y
14.93%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 10Y
13.94%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 15Y
13.08%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 20Y
13.19%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-5.74%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-12.33%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-13.58%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-7.44%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-1.37%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-2.19%
ELV Competitors' Return on Equity (ROE)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elevance Health Inc. (ELV) | — | 12.90% | 13.69% | 14.71% | 14.93% |
| Medtronic plc (MDT) | $105.25B | 10.00% | 4.86% | 6.08% | 6.82% |
| Cigna Corporation (CI) | $78.04B | 14.28% | 11.32% | 12.19% | 12.83% |
| Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (VRTX) | $113.14B | 21.18% | 8.96% | 15.60% | 19.47% |
| Bristol-Myers Squibb Company (BMY) | $115.34B | 38.18% | -8.30% | 7.76% | 4.45% |
| Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (REGN) | $63.48B | 14.41% | 14.72% | 15.95% | 23.11% |
| CVS Health Corporation (CVS) | $123.84B | 2.35% | 4.23% | 6.35% | 7.74% |
| Danaher Corporation (DHR) | $133.37B | 6.88% | 7.38% | 9.51% | 10.24% |
| IDEXX Laboratories, Inc. (IDXX) | $45.66B | 65.99% | 60.82% | 72.53% | 81.69% |
| Humana Inc. (HUM) | $43.60B | 6.73% | 7.05% | 11.93% | 15.09% |
Return Analysis
ROE
12.9%
ROA
4.7%
Elevance Health 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
Elevance Health Inc. Return on Equity (ROE) FAQ
- What is the return on equity (ROE) for Elevance Health Inc. (ELV)?
- The return on equity (ROE) for ELV stock is 12.90%.
- Is Elevance Health Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) high or low?
- Elevance Health Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) of 12.90% is 14% below its 5-year average of 14.93%, near the low end of its 5-year range (12.90%–16.93%).
- What is the TTM average return on equity (ROE) for Elevance Health Inc. (ELV)?
- The TTM average return on equity (ROE) for ELV stock is 13.69%.
- What is the 3Y average return on equity (ROE) for Elevance Health Inc. (ELV)?
- The 3Y average return on equity (ROE) for ELV stock is 14.71%.
- What is the 5Y average return on equity (ROE) for Elevance Health Inc. (ELV)?
- The 5Y average return on equity (ROE) for ELV stock is 14.93%.
- What is the 10Y average return on equity (ROE) for Elevance Health Inc. (ELV)?
- The 10Y average return on equity (ROE) for ELV stock is 13.94%.
- What is the 15Y average return on equity (ROE) for Elevance Health Inc. (ELV)?
- The 15Y average return on equity (ROE) for ELV stock is 13.08%.
- What is the 20Y average return on equity (ROE) for Elevance Health Inc. (ELV)?
- The 20Y average return on equity (ROE) for ELV stock is 13.19%.
Elevance Health Inc. Return on Equity (ROE) History
| DATE | RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 12.90% |
| 2024-12-31 | 14.47% |
| 2023-12-31 | 15.23% |
| 2022-12-31 | 16.26% |
| 2021-12-31 | 16.93% |
| 2020-12-31 | 13.77% |
| 2019-12-31 | 15.15% |
| 2018-12-31 | 13.14% |
| 2017-12-31 | 14.50% |
| 2016-12-31 | 9.84% |
| 2015-12-31 | 11.11% |
| 2014-12-31 | 10.60% |
| 2013-12-31 | 10.72% |
| 2012-12-31 | 11.16% |
| 2011-12-31 | 11.36% |
| 2010-12-31 | 12.12% |
| 2009-12-31 | 19.09% |
| 2008-12-31 | 11.62% |
| 2007-12-31 | 14.55% |
| 2006-12-31 | 12.59% |
| 2005-12-31 | 9.86% |
| 2004-12-31 | 4.93% |
| 2003-12-31 | 12.91% |
| 2002-12-31 | 10.24% |
| 2001-12-31 | 16.61% |
| 2000-12-31 | 11.77% |
| 1999-12-31 | 2.70% |
| 1998-12-31 | 10.13% |
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About Elevance Health Inc.
Operating as a major health benefits organization, Elevance Health Inc. commits to guiding consumers, families, and communities across their entire health and wellness path. It facilitates access to vital care, assistance, and tools designed to enable healthier living for approximately 118 million individuals. The company's comprehensive offerings span medical, digital, pharmaceutical, behavioral health, clinical, and other care solutions. Founded in 1944 and based in Indianapolis, Indiana, this entity adopted its current name, Elevance Health Inc., in June 2022, having previously operated as Anthem, Inc.
- Sector
- Healthcare
- Industry
- Medical - Healthcare Plans
- CEO
- Gail Koziara Boudreaux