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Retained earnings is the accumulated portion of net income that is not distributed to shareholders. Charter Hall Retail REIT's retained earnings for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was A$-26.7 Mil.
Charter Hall Retail REIT's quarterly retained earnings
increased
from Dec. 2024 (A$-228.4 Mil) to Jun. 2025 (A$-195.3 Mil) and
increased
from Jun. 2025 (A$-195.3 Mil) to Dec. 2025 (A$-26.7 Mil).
Charter Hall Retail REIT's annual retained earnings
declined
from Jun. 2023 (A$-139.1 Mil) to Jun. 2024 (A$-265.5 Mil) but then
increased
from Jun. 2024 (A$-265.5 Mil) to Jun. 2025 (A$-195.3 Mil).
Charter Hall Retail REIT (ASX:CQR) Retained Earnings Explanation
Historically profitable companies sometimes have negative retained earnings. This is because they have cumulatively paid out more to shareholders than they reported in profits.
For example, in 2011, Microsoft had negative retained earnings. This does not mean the company lost more money than it made over the years. It just means it paid out more money than it earned.
If a company has negative retained earnings, investors should check the 10-year financial results. They should not assume that negative retained earnings prove a company has generally lost money in the past.
Of course, many companies with negative retained earnings have indeed lost money in the past.
Retained Earnings: Warren Buffett's Secret.
One of the most important indicators of durable competitive advantage. Net earnings can be paid out as dividends, used to buy back shares or retained for growth.
If the company loses more than it has accumulated, retained earnings is negative.
If a company isn't adding to its retained earnings, it isn't growing its net worth.
Rate of growth of retained earnings is good indicator whether it's benefiting from a competitive advantage.
Microsoft is negative because it chose to buyback stock and pay dividends.
The more earnings retained, the faster it grows and increases growth rate for future earnings.
Charter Hall Retail REIT Retained Earnings Historical Data
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Charter Hall Retail REIT Retained Earnings Calculation
Retained Earnings is the accumulated portion of net income that is not distributed to shareholders. Because the net income was not distributed to shareholders, shareholders' equity is increased by the same amount.
Of course, if a company loses, it is called retained losses, or accumulated losses.
What does a Retained Earnings of A$-26.7 Mil mean?
Charter Hall Retail REIT (ASX:CQR) has a Retained Earnings of A$-26.7 Mil as of Dec. 2025. Retained earnings is the amount of net income not issued to shareholders. View historical data on Charter Hall Retail REIT and its competitors.
Is Charter Hall Retail REIT's Retained Earnings too high?
Charter Hall Retail REIT's current Retained Earnings is A$-26.7 Mil. Overall, Charter Hall Retail REIT has a GF Score™ of 81/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Charter Hall Retail REIT's Retained Earnings compare to SPG and O?
Charter Hall Retail REIT's Retained Earnings of A$-26.7 Mil can be compared against companies in the REITs industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Retained Earnings for a REITs company?
A good Retained Earnings depends on the REITs industry context. However, Retained Earnings should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Retained Earnings mean?
A high Retained Earnings can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Retained earnings is the amount of net income not issued to shareholders. View historical data on Charter Hall Retail REIT and its competitors. Charter Hall Retail REIT's current Retained Earnings is A$-26.7 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Charter Hall Retail REIT stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Charter Hall Retail REIT (ASX:CQR) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is A$4.52, compared to a current price of A$3.89 — trading 13.9% below its estimated fair value. The current Retained Earnings is A$-26.7 Mil. Charter Hall Retail REIT's overall GF Score™ is 81/100 with 9 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Retained Earnings calculated?
Retained Earnings is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Charter Hall Retail REIT (ASX:CQR), the current Retained Earnings is A$-26.7 Mil as of Dec. 2025. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is Charter Hall Retail REIT (ASX:CQR) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Charter Hall Retail REIT stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of A$3.89 is trading 13.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of A$4.52.
GuruFocus considers Charter Hall Retail REIT to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for ASX:CQR:
Retained Earnings: A$-26.7 Mil
GF Value™: A$4.52 vs. price of A$3.89 (13.9% below fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the ASX:CQR stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Charter Hall Retail REIT specializes in leasing out convenience-focused assets that offer everyday goods and services. Half of the property book consist of neighborhood and small regional shopping centers, which are predominantly anchored by supermarkets. Anchor tenants typically pay a base rent plus a percentage of their sale turnover. The rest of the portfolio is net lease retail, including service stations, pubs, and liquor shops. Net leases rent growth is typically linked to inflation and tenants pay most outgoings. Charter Hall Retail REIT is a listed investment vehicle managed by Charter Hall Group. The group receives fees from Charter Hall Retail, in exchange for property, leasing, investment, and development management services, and retains a minority interest in the REIT.
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