KBR, Inc. (KBR) Return on Equity (ROE): 25.32%
Is KBR, Inc.’s return on equity (ROE) high or low?
KBR, Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) of 25.32% is 166% above its 4-year average of 9.52%, near the high end of its 4-year range (-19.16%–27.61%).
As of Saturday, June 20, 2026. 5.20% below its 12-month average of 26.71%.
KBR Return on Equity (ROE) Chart
KBR Average Return on Equity (ROE) Chart
KBR Current vs Average Return on Equity (ROE) Chart
KBR Return on Equity (ROE) Metrics
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE)
25.32%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG TTM
26.71%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 3Y
11.42%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 5Y
9.52%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 10Y
9.77%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 15Y
10.33%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 20Y
12.74%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-5.20%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+121.72%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+165.91%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+159.24%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+145.01%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+98.76%
KBR Competitors' Return on Equity (ROE)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KBR, Inc. (KBR) | $4.16B | 25.32% | 26.71% | 11.42% | 9.52% |
| Griffon Corporation (GFF)vs › | $4.18B | 31.61% | 81.21% | 36.73% | 27.39% |
| Primoris Services Corporation (PRIM)vs › | $5.50B | 14.73% | 14.59% | 12.85% | 12.96% |
| Trinity Industries, Inc. (TRN)vs › | $2.74B | 23.66% | 18.29% | 13.18% | 10.32% |
| Teekay Tankers Ltd. (TNK)vs › | $2.58B | 19.58% | 20.08% | 23.92% | 12.48% |
| Matson, Inc. (MATX)vs › | $5.79B | 15.72% | 17.04% | 23.20% | 28.08% |
| Werner Enterprises, Inc. (WERN)vs › | $2.44B | -0.63% | 0.65% | 6.34% | 9.84% |
| Enerpac Tool Group Corp. (EPAC)vs › | $1.93B | 21.00% | 21.63% | 15.61% | 12.21% |
| Preformed Line Products Company (PLPC)vs › | $1.88B | 7.24% | 8.10% | 11.65% | 11.35% |
| T1 Energy Inc (TE)vs › | $1.62B | -120.31% | -152.05% | -82.31% | -90.03% |
Return Analysis
ROE
25.3%
ROA
6.0%
KBR, 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
KBR, Inc. Return on Equity (ROE) FAQ
- What is the return on equity (ROE) for KBR, Inc. (KBR)?
- The return on equity (ROE) for KBR stock is 25.32%.
- Is KBR, Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) high or low?
- KBR, Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) of 25.32% is 166% above its 4-year average of 9.52%, near the high end of its 4-year range (-19.16%–27.61%).
- What is the TTM average return on equity (ROE) for KBR, Inc. (KBR)?
- The TTM average return on equity (ROE) for KBR stock is 26.71%.
- What is the 3Y average return on equity (ROE) for KBR, Inc. (KBR)?
- The 3Y average return on equity (ROE) for KBR stock is 11.42%.
- What is the 5Y average return on equity (ROE) for KBR, Inc. (KBR)?
- The 5Y average return on equity (ROE) for KBR stock is 9.52%.
- What is the 10Y average return on equity (ROE) for KBR, Inc. (KBR)?
- The 10Y average return on equity (ROE) for KBR stock is 9.77%.
- What is the 15Y average return on equity (ROE) for KBR, Inc. (KBR)?
- The 15Y average return on equity (ROE) for KBR stock is 10.33%.
- What is the 20Y average return on equity (ROE) for KBR, Inc. (KBR)?
- The 20Y average return on equity (ROE) for KBR stock is 12.74%.
KBR, Inc. Return on Equity (ROE) History
| DATE | RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) |
|---|---|
| 2026-01-02 | 27.61% |
| 2025-01-03 | 25.81% |
| 2023-12-31 | -19.16% |
| 2022-12-31 | 11.73% |
| 2021-12-31 | 1.62% |
| 2020-12-31 | -4.56% |
| 2019-12-31 | 10.98% |
| 2018-12-31 | 16.55% |
| 2017-12-31 | 35.15% |
| 2016-12-31 | -8.06% |
| 2015-12-31 | 19.06% |
| 2014-12-31 | -133.97% |
| 2013-12-31 | 3.05% |
| 2012-12-31 | 5.66% |
| 2011-12-31 | 19.24% |
| 2010-12-31 | 14.56% |
| 2009-12-31 | 12.67% |
| 2008-12-31 | 15.55% |
| 2007-12-31 | 13.32% |
| 2006-12-31 | 9.36% |
| 2005-12-31 | 19.11% |
| 2004-12-31 | -37.32% |
| 2003-12-31 | 0.00% |
| 2002-12-31 | -8.12% |
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About KBR, Inc.
KBR, Inc. delivers advanced scientific, technological, and engineering solutions globally to both government entities and commercial enterprises. The company operates through two main divisions: The Government Solutions segment offers all-encompassing support throughout the lifecycle of defense, intelligence, space, aviation, and other missions for governmental and military clients primarily in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia. This includes services spanning initial research and development, advanced prototyping, acquisition support, intricate systems engineering, cyber security analysis, space domain awareness, comprehensive testing and evaluation, systems integration, and program management. Additionally, it provides global supply chain management, operational readiness, and sophisticated command, control, communications, computers, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (C4ISR) services. The segment also furnishes expert professional advisory services, delivering high-end systems engineering, system assurance, and advanced technological solutions to clients within the defense, energy, and critical infrastructure domains. The Sustainable Technology Solutions segment encompasses a portfolio of roughly 70 patented process technologies utilized for producing ammonia, syngas, and fertilizers, as well as in chemical/petrochemical manufacturing, clean refining, and circular economy initiatives. It further provides consulting and advisory practices primarily focused on navigating the energy transition and achieving net-zero carbon emissions. Beyond engineering, design, and professional services, this segment offers industrial solutions via KBR INSITE. KBR INSITE is a proprietary, digital, and cloud-based platform designed to identify avenues for clients to improve production, enhance reliability, reduce environmental impact, boost energy efficiency, and increase profitability. Founded in 1998, KBR, Inc. is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
- Sector
- Industrials
- Industry
- Engineering & Construction
- CEO
- Stuart John Baxter Bradie