The European Union's banking industry experienced significant fluctuations in its return on equity (ROE) over the past two decades. After a sharp decline in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the sector witnessed a remarkable recovery and growth. The ROE rebounded from a low of 2.31 percent in 2020 to 6.77 percent in 2021, followed by a further increase to 7.3 percent in 2022. By 2024, the ROE reached an impressive 9.34 percent, marking the highest level since 2007.
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