Quarterly ROE of the U.S. banking industry 2003-2025
Throughout 2024 and into early 2025, U.S. banks consistently maintained a strong return on equity, surpassing ** percent each quarter. In the first quarter of 2025, ROE reached ***** percent, signaling continued recovery from past economic disruptions. This performance underscores the resilience of the banking sector during challenging periods - ranging from the 2007–2008 financial crisis to the COVID-19 pandemic - and highlights the industry's ability to adapt to economic volatility and evolving regulatory landscapes.
