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Retained earnings is the accumulated portion of net income that is not distributed to shareholders. Otovo ASA's retained earnings for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was kr-2,047.0 Mil.
Otovo ASA's quarterly retained earnings
declined
from Dec. 2025 (kr-1,840.6 Mil) to Mar. 2026 (kr-1,986.8 Mil) and
declined
from Mar. 2026 (kr-1,986.8 Mil) to Jun. 2026 (kr-2,047.0 Mil).
Otovo ASA's annual retained earnings
declined
from Dec. 2023 (kr-1,048.6 Mil) to Dec. 2024 (kr-1,445.3 Mil) and
declined
from Dec. 2024 (kr-1,445.3 Mil) to Dec. 2025 (kr-1,840.6 Mil).
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.
Otovo ASA Retained Earnings Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Otovo ASA's Retained Earnings can be seen below:
* 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 kr-2,047.0 Mil mean?
Otovo ASA (OSL:OTOVO) has a Retained Earnings of kr-2,047.0 Mil as of Jun. 2026. Retained earnings is the amount of net income not issued to shareholders. View historical data on Otovo ASA and its competitors.
Is Otovo ASA's Retained Earnings too high?
Otovo ASA's current Retained Earnings is kr-2,047.0 Mil. Overall, Otovo ASA has a GF Score™ of 57/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Otovo ASA's Retained Earnings compare to FSLR and NXT?
Otovo ASA's Retained Earnings of kr-2,047.0 Mil can be compared against companies in the Semiconductors 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 Semiconductors company?
A good Retained Earnings depends on the Semiconductors 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 Otovo ASA and its competitors. Otovo ASA's current Retained Earnings is kr-2,047.0 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Otovo ASA stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Otovo ASA (OSL:OTOVO) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is kr5.09, compared to a current price of kr11.45 — trading 125% above its estimated fair value. The current Retained Earnings is kr-2,047.0 Mil. Otovo ASA's overall GF Score™ is 57/100 with 5 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 Otovo ASA (OSL:OTOVO), the current Retained Earnings is kr-2,047.0 Mil as of Jun. 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 Otovo ASA (OSL:OTOVO) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Otovo ASA stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of kr11.45 is trading 125% above its estimated GF Value™ of kr5.09.
GuruFocus considers Otovo ASA to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for OSL:OTOVO:
Retained Earnings: kr-2,047.0 Mil
GF Value™: kr5.09 vs. price of kr11.45 (125% above fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the OSL:OTOVO stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Otovo ASA is engaged in the residential solar energy industry, focusing on the sale, installation, and servicing of home energy products. The group operates through three reportable segments: Newbuild, Recurring Services, and Field Services. The Newbuild segment involves the sale and installation of home energy products, including solar panels, either directly to end customers or through associated entities. The Recurring Services segment includes membership-based services such as maintenance, grid services, electricity provision, and rental of home energy products, along with service-related fees. The Field Services segment provides installation, maintenance, and other service activities related to home energy products for both residential and business customers.
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