Equity in finance markets saw mixed signals today, as Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped 0.2% while Nasdaq gained 0.6% on strong semiconductor earnings. Institutional flows indicate sustained demand for growth equities despite macro uncertainty. ROE or return on equity is a useful tool to assess how effectively a company can generate returns on the investment it received from its shareholders. In simpler terms, it measures the profitability of a company in relation to shareholder's equity. If KKR exits at the mooted valuation, the firm would secure a significant profit on its investment. At its creation, Pembina Gas Infrastructure was valued at C$11.4 billion ($8.17 billion). Since then, the venture has expanded by bringing projects online and acquiring additional assets. Equity in finance sector heatmaps highlight technology, energy, and consumer discretionary as top gainers this week, each posting above 3% returns.