Ralph Lauren Corporation (RL) Return on Equity (ROE): 33.13%
Is Ralph Lauren Corporation’s return on equity (ROE) high or low?
Ralph Lauren Corporation's return on equity (ROE) of 33.13% is 24% above its 4-year average of 26.68%, near the high end of its 4-year range (21.51%–33.13%).
As of Monday, June 15, 2026. 7.16% above its 12-month average of 30.91%.
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RL Average Return on Equity (ROE) Chart
RL Current vs Average Return on Equity (ROE) Chart
RL Return on Equity (ROE) Metrics
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE)
33.13%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG TTM
30.91%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 3Y
27.43%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 5Y
26.68%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 10Y
15.31%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 15Y
19.21%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 20Y
17.65%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+7.16%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+20.78%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+24.19%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+116.42%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+72.44%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+87.69%
RL Competitors' Return on Equity (ROE)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ralph Lauren Corporation (RL) | $24.64B | 33.13% | 30.91% | 27.43% | 26.68% |
| Smurfit Westrock Plc (SW)vs › | $22.72B | 2.06% | 2.51% | 9.14% | 11.19% |
| Rivian Automotive, Inc. (RIVN)vs › | $21.06B | -79.88% | -76.11% | -65.14% | -35.16% |
| Ulta Beauty, Inc. (ULTA)vs › | $20.11B | 46.06% | 44.70% | 52.36% | 47.07% |
| Flutter Entertainment plc (FLUT)vs › | $19.19B | -5.47% | -1.52% | -4.68% | -4.17% |
| International Paper Company (IP)vs › | $19.14B | -22.63% | -8.45% | 1.10% | 4.44% |
| Best Buy Co., Inc. (BBY)vs › | $16.55B | 37.07% | 34.54% | 36.58% | 48.35% |
| Tractor Supply Company (TSCO)vs › | $16.39B | 43.01% | 45.48% | 48.95% | 47.42% |
| Las Vegas Sands Corp. (LVS)vs › | $33.58B | 153.50% | 76.23% | 57.33% | 20.75% |
| Ball Corporation (BALL)vs › | $15.17B | 16.73% | 42.59% | 31.18% | 27.80% |
Return Analysis
ROE
33.1%
ROA
14.6%
Ralph Lauren Corporation 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
Ralph Lauren Corporation Return on Equity (ROE) FAQ
- What is the return on equity (ROE) for Ralph Lauren Corporation (RL)?
- The return on equity (ROE) for RL stock is 33.13%.
- Is Ralph Lauren Corporation's return on equity (ROE) high or low?
- Ralph Lauren Corporation's return on equity (ROE) of 33.13% is 24% above its 4-year average of 26.68%, near the high end of its 4-year range (21.51%–33.13%).
- What is the TTM average return on equity (ROE) for Ralph Lauren Corporation (RL)?
- The TTM average return on equity (ROE) for RL stock is 30.91%.
- What is the 3Y average return on equity (ROE) for Ralph Lauren Corporation (RL)?
- The 3Y average return on equity (ROE) for RL stock is 27.43%.
- What is the 5Y average return on equity (ROE) for Ralph Lauren Corporation (RL)?
- The 5Y average return on equity (ROE) for RL stock is 26.68%.
- What is the 10Y average return on equity (ROE) for Ralph Lauren Corporation (RL)?
- The 10Y average return on equity (ROE) for RL stock is 15.31%.
- What is the 15Y average return on equity (ROE) for Ralph Lauren Corporation (RL)?
- The 15Y average return on equity (ROE) for RL stock is 19.21%.
- What is the 20Y average return on equity (ROE) for Ralph Lauren Corporation (RL)?
- The 20Y average return on equity (ROE) for RL stock is 17.65%.
Ralph Lauren Corporation Return on Equity (ROE) History
| DATE | RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) |
|---|---|
| 2026-03-28 | 33.13% |
| 2025-03-29 | 28.70% |
| 2024-03-30 | 26.38% |
| 2023-04-01 | 21.51% |
| 2022-04-02 | 23.66% |
| 2021-03-27 | -4.65% |
| 2020-03-28 | 14.27% |
| 2019-03-30 | 13.11% |
| 2018-03-31 | 4.71% |
| 2017-04-01 | -3.01% |
| 2016-04-02 | 10.58% |
| 2015-03-28 | 18.04% |
| 2014-03-29 | 19.24% |
| 2013-03-30 | 19.82% |
| 2012-03-31 | 18.64% |
| 2011-04-02 | 17.18% |
| 2010-04-03 | 15.39% |
| 2009-03-28 | 14.84% |
| 2008-03-29 | 17.57% |
| 2007-03-31 | 17.17% |
| 2006-04-01 | 15.03% |
| 2005-04-02 | 11.36% |
| 2004-04-03 | 12.02% |
| 2003-03-29 | 14.41% |
| 2002-03-30 | 17.28% |
| 2001-03-31 | 7.32% |
| 2000-04-01 | 18.58% |
| 1999-04-03 | 13.75% |
| 1998-03-28 | 25.26% |
| 1997-03-31 | 44.99% |
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About Ralph Lauren Corporation
Ralph Lauren Corporation is a prominent international entity primarily involved in the creation, marketing, and distribution of premium lifestyle goods across North America, Europe, Asia, and other global regions. The company's diverse product range includes: Apparel: A comprehensive selection of clothing for men, women, and children. Footwear & Accessories: Various shoe styles (casual, dress, boots, sneakers, sandals), eyewear, timepieces, both fashion and fine jewelry, scarves, hats, gloves, umbrellas, and an assortment of leather items like handbags, luggage, small leather goods, and belts. Home Goods: Linens for bed and bath, furniture, fabric and wall coverings, lighting solutions, tabletop items, kitchen textiles, floor coverings, and giftware. Fragrances: A variety of scents developed for both men and women. Key apparel and accessory lines are sold under brand names such as Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Golf Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Golf, RLX Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, and Chaps. Its women's fragrances include the Ralph Lauren Collection, Woman by Ralph Lauren, Romance Collection, and Ralph Collection, while men's offerings feature Polo Blue, Ralph's Club, Safari, Purple Label, Polo Red, Polo Green, Polo Black, Polo Sport, and Big Pony Men's. Beyond merchandise, Ralph Lauren also extends its brand into hospitality with a collection of dining venues, including The Polo Bar in New York City, RL Restaurant in Chicago, Ralph's in Paris, The Bar at Ralph Lauren in Milan, and the Ralph's Coffee concept. Products reach consumers through various channels: wholesale distribution to department stores, specialty retailers, and golf and professional shops, as well as direct-to-consumer sales via its own retail establishments, concession-based shop-in-shops, and digital commerce platforms. The corporation directly operates 504 retail stores (comprising 175 Ralph Lauren stores and 329 factory stores) and 684 concession-based shop-within-shops. Additionally, 148 stores and shops are operated through licensing partnerships. Founded in 1967, Ralph Lauren Corporation maintains its headquarters in New York, New York.
- Sector
- Consumer Cyclical
- Industry
- Apparel - Manufacturers
- CEO
- Patrice Jean Louis Louvet