Macy's, Inc. (M) Return on Equity (ROE): 13.79%
Is Macy's, Inc.’s return on equity (ROE) high or low?
Macy's, Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) of 13.79% is 27% below its 4-year average of 18.94%, around the middle of its 4-year range (1.12%–39.49%).
As of Tuesday, June 23, 2026. 6.08% above its 12-month average of 13.00%.
M Return on Equity (ROE) Chart
M Average Return on Equity (ROE) Chart
M Current vs Average Return on Equity (ROE) Chart
M Return on Equity (ROE) Metrics
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE)
13.79%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG TTM
13.00%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 3Y
9.04%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 5Y
18.94%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 10Y
3.05%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 15Y
19.92%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 20Y
17.54%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+6.08%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+52.54%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-27.18%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+351.73%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-30.77%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-21.39%
M Competitors' Return on Equity (ROE)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Macy's, Inc. (M) | $6.49B | 13.79% | 13.00% | 9.04% | 18.94% |
| LKQ Corporation (LKQ)vs › | $6.47B | 8.00% | 10.38% | 14.25% | 14.53% |
| Mohawk Industries, Inc. (MHK)vs › | $6.70B | 4.95% | 5.64% | 1.46% | 4.02% |
| Etsy, Inc. (ETSY)vs › | $6.88B | -14.84% | -27.41% | 3.87% | 23.51% |
| Chewy, Inc. (CHWY)vs › | $7.25B | 47.05% | 97.48% | 67.57% | -55.30% |
| The Gap, Inc. (GAP)vs › | $7.42B | 26.32% | 23.66% | 14.40% | 6.93% |
| Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (ANF)vs › | $3.81B | 36.84% | 39.25% | 36.73% | 28.49% |
| Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NCLH)vs › | $9.17B | 23.37% | 41.50% | -792.77% | -574.75% |
| Thor Industries, Inc. (THO)vs › | $3.78B | 6.04% | 6.28% | 13.45% | 14.31% |
| The Gap, Inc. (GPS)vs › | $9.21B | 26.32% | 23.66% | 22.22% | 13.40% |
Return Analysis
ROE
13.8%
ROA
4.1%
Macy's, 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
Macy's, Inc. Return on Equity (ROE) FAQ
- What is the return on equity (ROE) for Macy's, Inc. (M)?
- The return on equity (ROE) for M stock is 13.79%.
- Is Macy's, Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) high or low?
- Macy's, Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) of 13.79% is 27% below its 4-year average of 18.94%, around the middle of its 4-year range (1.12%–39.49%).
- What is the TTM average return on equity (ROE) for Macy's, Inc. (M)?
- The TTM average return on equity (ROE) for M stock is 13.00%.
- What is the 3Y average return on equity (ROE) for Macy's, Inc. (M)?
- The 3Y average return on equity (ROE) for M stock is 9.04%.
- What is the 5Y average return on equity (ROE) for Macy's, Inc. (M)?
- The 5Y average return on equity (ROE) for M stock is 18.94%.
- What is the 10Y average return on equity (ROE) for Macy's, Inc. (M)?
- The 10Y average return on equity (ROE) for M stock is 3.05%.
- What is the 15Y average return on equity (ROE) for Macy's, Inc. (M)?
- The 15Y average return on equity (ROE) for M stock is 19.92%.
- What is the 20Y average return on equity (ROE) for Macy's, Inc. (M)?
- The 20Y average return on equity (ROE) for M stock is 17.54%.
Macy's, Inc. Return on Equity (ROE) History
| DATE | RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) |
|---|---|
| 2026-01-31 | 13.21% |
| 2025-02-01 | 12.79% |
| 2024-02-03 | 1.12% |
| 2023-01-28 | 28.07% |
| 2022-01-29 | 39.49% |
| 2021-01-30 | -154.48% |
| 2020-01-31 | 8.84% |
| 2019-01-31 | 17.22% |
| 2018-01-31 | 27.60% |
| 2017-01-31 | 14.50% |
| 2016-01-31 | 25.22% |
| 2015-01-31 | 28.37% |
| 2014-01-31 | 23.81% |
| 2013-01-31 | 22.06% |
| 2012-01-31 | 21.17% |
| 2011-01-31 | 15.32% |
| 2010-01-31 | 7.00% |
| 2009-01-31 | -103.38% |
| 2008-01-31 | 9.01% |
| 2007-01-31 | 8.12% |
| 2006-01-31 | 10.40% |
| 2005-01-31 | 11.17% |
| 2004-01-31 | 11.67% |
| 2003-01-31 | 14.20% |
| 2002-01-31 | -4.96% |
| 2001-01-31 | -3.16% |
| 2000-01-31 | 12.13% |
| 1999-01-31 | 11.60% |
| 1998-01-31 | 10.20% |
| 1997-01-31 | 5.70% |
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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