Xcel Energy Inc. (XEL) Return on Equity (ROE): 8.78%
Is Xcel Energy Inc.’s return on equity (ROE) high or low?
Xcel Energy Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) of 8.78% is 11% below its 5-year average of 9.88%, near the low end of its 5-year range (8.55%–10.41%).
The return on equity (ROE) for Xcel Energy Inc. (XEL) is 8.78% as of Wednesday, June 10, 2026. It is below its 12-month average by 4.93% (9.23%).
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XEL Average Return on Equity (ROE) Chart
XEL Current vs Average Return on Equity (ROE) Chart
XEL Return on Equity (ROE) Metrics
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE)
8.78%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG TTM
9.23%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 3Y
9.73%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 5Y
9.88%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 10Y
9.95%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 15Y
9.92%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 20Y
9.76%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-4.93%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-9.79%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-11.12%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-11.76%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-11.49%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-10.08%
XEL Competitors' Return on Equity (ROE)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xcel Energy Inc. (XEL) | — | 8.78% | 9.23% | 9.73% | 9.88% |
| Exelon Corporation (EXC) | $46.67B | 9.48% | 9.38% | 9.14% | 7.92% |
| Entergy Corporation (ETR) | $50.95B | 10.39% | 8.63% | 10.38% | 10.59% |
| Consolidated Edison, Inc. (ED) | $39.65B | 8.42% | 8.32% | 9.14% | 8.19% |
| Dominion Energy, Inc. (D) | $58.73B | 10.20% | 9.05% | 7.45% | 6.78% |
| Sempra (SRE) | $59.53B | 6.42% | 7.48% | 8.39% | 9.24% |
| WEC Energy Group, Inc. (WEC) | $37.14B | 11.57% | 11.86% | 11.85% | 11.79% |
| Atmos Energy Corporation (ATO) | $28.13B | 9.03% | 8.71% | 8.45% | 8.51% |
| American Electric Power Company, Inc. (AEP) | $69.93B | 11.49% | 11.25% | 10.23% | 10.45% |
| Alliant Energy Corporation (LNT) | $18.91B | 11.06% | 10.45% | 10.55% | 10.73% |
Return Analysis
ROE
8.8%
ROA
2.5%
Xcel Energy 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
Xcel Energy Inc. Return on Equity (ROE) FAQ
- What is the return on equity (ROE) for Xcel Energy Inc. (XEL)?
- The return on equity (ROE) for XEL stock is 8.78%.
- Is Xcel Energy Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) high or low?
- Xcel Energy Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) of 8.78% is 11% below its 5-year average of 9.88%, near the low end of its 5-year range (8.55%–10.41%).
- What is the TTM average return on equity (ROE) for Xcel Energy Inc. (XEL)?
- The TTM average return on equity (ROE) for XEL stock is 9.23%.
- What is the 3Y average return on equity (ROE) for Xcel Energy Inc. (XEL)?
- The 3Y average return on equity (ROE) for XEL stock is 9.73%.
- What is the 5Y average return on equity (ROE) for Xcel Energy Inc. (XEL)?
- The 5Y average return on equity (ROE) for XEL stock is 9.88%.
- What is the 10Y average return on equity (ROE) for Xcel Energy Inc. (XEL)?
- The 10Y average return on equity (ROE) for XEL stock is 9.95%.
- What is the 15Y average return on equity (ROE) for Xcel Energy Inc. (XEL)?
- The 15Y average return on equity (ROE) for XEL stock is 9.92%.
- What is the 20Y average return on equity (ROE) for Xcel Energy Inc. (XEL)?
- The 20Y average return on equity (ROE) for XEL stock is 9.76%.
Xcel Energy Inc. Return on Equity (ROE) History
| DATE | RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 8.55% |
| 2024-12-31 | 9.92% |
| 2023-12-31 | 10.05% |
| 2022-12-31 | 10.41% |
| 2021-12-31 | 10.23% |
| 2020-12-31 | 10.11% |
| 2019-12-31 | 10.36% |
| 2018-12-31 | 10.32% |
| 2017-12-31 | 10.02% |
| 2016-12-31 | 10.19% |
| 2015-12-31 | 9.29% |
| 2014-12-31 | 10.00% |
| 2013-12-31 | 9.91% |
| 2012-12-31 | 10.20% |
| 2011-12-31 | 9.92% |
| 2010-12-31 | 9.23% |
| 2009-12-31 | 9.22% |
| 2008-12-31 | 9.13% |
| 2007-12-31 | 9.01% |
| 2006-12-31 | 9.66% |
| 2005-12-31 | 9.33% |
| 2004-12-31 | 6.71% |
| 2003-12-31 | 11.81% |
| 2002-12-31 | -46.50% |
| 2001-12-31 | 12.62% |
| 2000-12-31 | 9.30% |
| 1999-12-31 | 8.42% |
| 1998-12-31 | 10.92% |
| 1997-12-31 | 9.23% |
| 1996-12-31 | 11.55% |
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About Xcel Energy Inc.
Xcel Energy Inc., through its various operating units, functions as a multifaceted energy company involved in the complete cycle of electricity – from its production and procurement to its transmission, delivery, and eventual sale. Its business is organized into three main divisions: Regulated Electric Utility, Regulated Natural Gas Utility, and a final "All Other" segment. The company employs a diverse range of energy sources for electricity generation, including traditional options like coal, nuclear power, natural gas, and oil, as well as a strong focus on renewables such as hydroelectric, solar, biomass, wood/refuse, and wind. In addition to its electric services, Xcel Energy is active in the natural gas sector, managing the acquisition, pipeline transport, distribution, and retail sales of natural gas. It also offers transportation services for natural gas owned by its customers. The firm's operations also encompass the creation and leasing of critical natural gas infrastructure, including pipelines, storage depots, and compression facilities. Furthermore, Xcel Energy diversifies its investments into rental housing ventures and is responsible for sourcing necessary equipment for the construction of new renewable power facilities. Serving a broad customer base that includes residential households, commercial enterprises, and industrial clients, the company's service area covers specific geographic regions in Colorado, Michigan, Minnesota, New Mexico, North Dakota, South Dakota, Texas, and Wisconsin. Xcel Energy provides electricity to approximately 3.7 million customers and supplies natural gas to around 2.1 million consumers. The company, founded in 1909, maintains its headquarters in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
- Sector
- Utilities
- Industry
- Regulated Electric
- CEO
- Robert C. Frenzel