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Retained earnings is the accumulated portion of net income that is not distributed to shareholders. Colt CZ Group SE's retained earnings for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was Kč6,652 Mil.
Colt CZ Group SE's quarterly retained earnings
increased
from Sep. 2025 (Kč5,696 Mil) to Dec. 2025 (Kč6,067 Mil) and
increased
from Dec. 2025 (Kč6,067 Mil) to Mar. 2026 (Kč6,652 Mil).
Colt CZ Group SE's annual retained earnings
declined
from Dec. 2023 (Kč5,230 Mil) to Dec. 2024 (Kč5,175 Mil) but then
increased
from Dec. 2024 (Kč5,175 Mil) to Dec. 2025 (Kč6,067 Mil).
Colt CZ Group SE (CHIX:COLTk) 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.
Colt CZ Group SE Retained Earnings Historical Data
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* 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.
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 Kč6,652 Mil mean?
Colt CZ Group SE (CHIX:COLTK) has a Retained Earnings of Kč6,652 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Retained earnings is the amount of net income not issued to shareholders. View historical data on Colt CZ Group SE and its competitors.
Is Colt CZ Group SE's Retained Earnings too high?
Colt CZ Group SE's current Retained Earnings is Kč6,652 Mil. Overall, Colt CZ Group SE has a GF Score™ of 100/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Colt CZ Group SE's Retained Earnings compare to SPCX and GE?
Colt CZ Group SE's Retained Earnings of Kč6,652 Mil can be compared against companies in the Aerospace & Defense 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 an Aerospace & Defense company?
A good Retained Earnings depends on the Aerospace & Defense 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 Colt CZ Group SE and its competitors. Colt CZ Group SE's current Retained Earnings is Kč6,652 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Colt CZ Group SE stock overvalued right now?
Colt CZ Group SE (CHIX:COLTK) has a current Retained Earnings of Kč6,652 Mil. The stock's GF Value™ is Kč392.31, compared to a current price of Kč555.00 — trading 41.5% above its estimated fair value. The current Retained Earnings is Kč6,652 Mil. Colt CZ Group SE's overall GF Score™ is 100/100 with 8 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 Colt CZ Group SE (CHIX:COLTK), the current Retained Earnings is Kč6,652 Mil as of Mar. 2026. 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 Colt CZ Group SE (CHIX:COLTK) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Colt CZ Group SE stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of Kč555.00 is trading 41.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of Kč392.31.
Key valuation signals for CHIX:COLTK:
Retained Earnings: Kč6,652 Mil
GF Value™: Kč392.31 vs. price of Kč555.00 (41.5% above fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CHIX:COLTK stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Colt CZ Group SE is engaged in the defense and firearms manufacturing industry, focusing on the development, production, and sale of firearms, accessories, and ammunition. The group operates through two reportable segments: Firearms and Accessories, and Ammunition. The Firearms and Accessories segment involves the development, manufacture, assembly, and sale of small firearms, tactical accessories, and optical mounting solutions for military and armed forces, law enforcement, personal defense, hunting, and sport shooting. The Ammunition segment focuses on the development, manufacture, and sale of small caliber ammunition, including pistol, rifle, and shotgun cartridges, as well as other military materials and ammunition-related equipment.
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