Equity

Retained Earnings

Schering-Plough Retained Earnings decreased by 13.2% to -$118.55M in Q1 2026 compared to the prior quarter. This decline may warrant attention — for this metric, higher values are generally preferred.

Analysis

StatementBalance Sheet Statement
SectionEquity
CategoryProfitability
SignalHigher is better
VolatilityStable
First reportedQ4 2015
Last reportedQ1 2026

How to read this metric

An increase signals strong historical profitability and reinvestment, while a decrease may indicate losses or significant dividend payouts.

Detailed definition

This represents the cumulative net income earned by the company since its inception, minus any dividends paid to shareho...

Peer comparison

A key metric for all established companies; growth rates are compared against peers to gauge long-term success.

Metric ID: retained_earnings

Historical Data

3 periods
 Q4 '24Q4 '25Q1 '26
Value-$64.86M-$104.73M-$118.55M
QoQ Change-61.5%-13.2%
YoY Change-61.5%
Range-$118.55M-$64.86M
Avg YoY Growth-61.5%
Median YoY Growth-61.5%
Current Streak2+ quarters decline

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Schering-Plough's retained earnings?
Schering-Plough (SGP) reported retained earnings of -$118.55M in Q1 2026.
What does retained earnings mean?
The total accumulated profits the company has kept and reinvested rather than paying out as dividends.