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Retained earnings is the accumulated portion of net income that is not distributed to shareholders. Electrolux AB's retained earnings for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $865 Mil.
Electrolux AB's quarterly retained earnings
increased
from Sep. 2025 ($802 Mil) to Dec. 2025 ($896 Mil) but then
declined
from Dec. 2025 ($896 Mil) to Mar. 2026 ($865 Mil).
Electrolux AB's annual retained earnings
declined
from Dec. 2023 ($759 Mil) to Dec. 2024 ($623 Mil) but then
increased
from Dec. 2024 ($623 Mil) to Dec. 2025 ($896 Mil).
Electrolux AB (OTCPK:ELUXY) 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.
Electrolux AB 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.
Electrolux AB (ELUXY) has a Retained Earnings of $865 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Retained earnings is the amount of net income not issued to shareholders. View historical data on Electrolux AB and its competitors.
Is Electrolux AB's Retained Earnings too high?
Electrolux AB's current Retained Earnings is $865 Mil. Overall, Electrolux AB has a GF Score™ of 58/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Electrolux AB's Retained Earnings compare to SN and SGI?
Electrolux AB's Retained Earnings of $865 Mil can be compared against companies in the Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances 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 Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances company?
A good Retained Earnings depends on the Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances 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 Electrolux AB and its competitors. Electrolux AB's current Retained Earnings is $865 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Electrolux AB stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Electrolux AB (ELUXY) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $19.34, compared to a current price of $4.70 — trading 75.7% below its estimated fair value. The current Retained Earnings is $865 Mil. Electrolux AB's overall GF Score™ is 58/100 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 Electrolux AB (ELUXY), the current Retained Earnings is $865 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 Electrolux AB (ELUXY) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Electrolux AB stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $4.70 is trading 75.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of $19.34.
GuruFocus considers Electrolux AB to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for ELUXY:
Retained Earnings: $865 Mil
GF Value™: $19.34 vs. price of $4.70 (75.7% below fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the ELUXY stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Electrolux AB is a Swedish company that is principally engaged in manufacturing home appliances and appliances for professional use. Its products are categorized into kitchen products, laundry products, small appliances, professional kitchen products, professional laundry products, and adjacent products, with kitchen products accounting for more than half of total revenue. The company's brands include Electrolux, AEG, Zanussi, Frigidaire, and Electrolux Grand Cuisine. The company has a business presence in North America, Europe, Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, with North America and Europe jointly contributing over half of the total revenue.
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