Decomposing Profitability: Alternative Approach The traditional approach has some limitations imposed by the composition of the denominator and numerator An alternative approach computes ROE as ultimately being equal to:Operating ROA + Spread * Net financial leverage
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Chapter 5: Financial Analysis Palepu & Healy