And its return on equity was a record 30.1 percent.

And its return on equity increased to 16.5 percent from 13.24.

Its return on equity rose to 16.18 percent last year.

In 2009 the division made a return on equity of 30pc.

"This gives us a shot at a much better return on equity."

In the last quarter, return on equity was about 19 percent.

Over time, the return on equity in those companies would probably be pretty consistent.

The company's return on equity last year was 39 percent, its highest for 50 years.

Return on common shareholders' equity was 28.4 percent for the year.

In many cases the high return on equity was a significant lure.