Macy's, Inc. (M) Return on Assets (ROA): 4.09%
Is Macy's, Inc.’s return on assets (ROA) high or low?
Macy's, Inc.'s return on assets (ROA) of 4.09% is in line with its 4-year average of 4.54%, around the middle of its 4-year range (0.28%–8.13%).
As of Tuesday, June 23, 2026. 9.07% above its 12-month average of 3.75%.
M Return on Assets (ROA) Chart
M Average Return on Assets (ROA) Chart
M Current vs Average Return on Assets (ROA) Chart
M Return on Assets (ROA) Metrics
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA)
4.09%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG TTM
3.75%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 3Y
2.59%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 5Y
4.54%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 10Y
2.30%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 15Y
5.18%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 20Y
4.74%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+9.07%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+57.71%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-9.91%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+77.76%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-21.05%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-13.72%
M Competitors' Return on Assets (ROA)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Macy's, Inc. (M) | $6.49B | 4.09% | 3.75% | 2.59% | 4.54% |
| LKQ Corporation (LKQ)vs › | $6.47B | 3.42% | 4.31% | 6.09% | 6.36% |
| Mohawk Industries, Inc. (MHK)vs › | $6.70B | 3.00% | 3.38% | 0.92% | 2.42% |
| Etsy, Inc. (ETSY)vs › | $6.88B | 10.62% | 9.15% | 0.85% | 5.13% |
| Chewy, Inc. (CHWY)vs › | $7.25B | 6.04% | 9.62% | 6.82% | 3.77% |
| The Gap, Inc. (GAP)vs › | $7.42B | 7.93% | 6.78% | 4.08% | 2.25% |
| Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (ANF)vs › | $3.81B | 14.30% | 15.73% | 14.17% | 10.31% |
| Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NCLH)vs › | $9.17B | 2.39% | 3.22% | -1.24% | -8.47% |
| Thor Industries, Inc. (THO)vs › | $3.78B | 3.64% | 3.72% | 6.99% | 6.96% |
| The Gap, Inc. (GPS)vs › | $9.21B | 7.93% | 6.78% | 6.04% | 3.67% |
Asset Efficiency
ROA
4.1%
ROE
13.8%
Macy's, Inc. Return on Assets (ROA) Formula & Definition
ROA = Net Income / Total Assets
Return on assets measures how efficiently a company generates profit from its total assets.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Macy's, Inc. Return on Assets (ROA) FAQ
- What is the return on assets (ROA) for Macy's, Inc. (M)?
- The return on assets (ROA) for M stock is 4.09%.
- Is Macy's, Inc.'s return on assets (ROA) high or low?
- Macy's, Inc.'s return on assets (ROA) of 4.09% is in line with its 4-year average of 4.54%, around the middle of its 4-year range (0.28%–8.13%).
- What is the TTM average return on assets (ROA) for Macy's, Inc. (M)?
- The TTM average return on assets (ROA) for M stock is 3.75%.
- What is the 3Y average return on assets (ROA) for Macy's, Inc. (M)?
- The 3Y average return on assets (ROA) for M stock is 2.59%.
- What is the 5Y average return on assets (ROA) for Macy's, Inc. (M)?
- The 5Y average return on assets (ROA) for M stock is 4.54%.
- What is the 10Y average return on assets (ROA) for Macy's, Inc. (M)?
- The 10Y average return on assets (ROA) for M stock is 2.30%.
- What is the 15Y average return on assets (ROA) for Macy's, Inc. (M)?
- The 15Y average return on assets (ROA) for M stock is 5.18%.
- What is the 20Y average return on assets (ROA) for Macy's, Inc. (M)?
- The 20Y average return on assets (ROA) for M stock is 4.74%.
Macy's, Inc. Return on Assets (ROA) History
| DATE | RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) |
|---|---|
| 2026-01-31 | 3.95% |
| 2025-02-01 | 3.55% |
| 2024-02-03 | 0.28% |
| 2023-01-28 | 6.79% |
| 2022-01-29 | 8.13% |
| 2021-01-30 | -22.27% |
| 2020-01-31 | 2.66% |
| 2019-01-31 | 5.77% |
| 2018-01-31 | 8.08% |
| 2017-01-31 | 3.16% |
| 2016-01-31 | 5.21% |
| 2015-01-31 | 7.11% |
| 2014-01-31 | 6.87% |
| 2013-01-31 | 6.36% |
| 2012-01-31 | 5.68% |
| 2011-01-31 | 4.11% |
| 2010-01-31 | 1.54% |
| 2009-01-31 | -21.69% |
| 2008-01-31 | 3.21% |
| 2007-01-31 | 3.37% |
| 2006-01-31 | 4.24% |
| 2005-01-31 | 4.63% |
| 2004-01-31 | 4.76% |
| 2003-01-31 | 5.66% |
| 2002-01-31 | -1.83% |
| 2001-01-31 | -1.08% |
| 2000-01-31 | 4.49% |
| 1999-01-31 | 4.92% |
| 1998-01-31 | 3.90% |
| 1997-01-31 | 1.86% |
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About Macy's, Inc.
Macy's, Inc. is a prominent retail enterprise that employs an omnichannel strategy, serving customers through its extensive network of physical department stores, dedicated e-commerce websites, and convenient mobile applications. The company offers a broad assortment of merchandise, including apparel and accessories for men, women, and children, cosmetics, home furnishings, and other general consumer goods. As of January 29, 2022, Macy's operated 725 department stores domestically in locations such as the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and Guam. These stores are branded under several well-known names like Macy's, Macy's Backstage, Market by Macy's, Bloomingdale's, Bloomingdale's The Outlet, Bloomies, and the beauty retailer bluemercury. Internationally, Macy's also extends its reach through licensing agreements, with operations in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and Al Zahra, Kuwait. The company maintains a presence in the beauty and spa retail sector. Originally established in 1830, the company was previously known as Federated Department Stores, Inc. It officially changed its name to Macy's, Inc. in June 2007, and its corporate headquarters are located in New York, New York.
- Sector
- Consumer Cyclical
- Industry
- Department Stores
- CEO
- Antony Spring