Akamai Technologies, Inc. (AKAM) Return on Invested Capital (ROIC): 4.35%
Is Akamai Technologies, Inc.’s return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
Akamai Technologies, Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) of 4.35% is 34% below its 5-year average of 6.62%, near the low end of its 5-year range (4.35%–9.31%).
The return on invested capital (ROIC) for Akamai Technologies, Inc. (AKAM) is 4.35% as of Wednesday, June 10, 2026. It is below its 12-month average by 4.29% (4.54%).
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AKAM Current vs Average Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Chart
AKAM Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Metrics
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC)
4.35%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG TTM
4.54%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 3Y
5.48%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 5Y
6.62%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 10Y
6.88%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 15Y
7.51%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 20Y
7.26%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-4.29%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-20.66%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-34.32%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-36.73%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-42.08%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-40.08%
AKAM Competitors' Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Akamai Technologies, Inc. (AKAM) | — | 4.35% | 4.54% | 5.48% | 6.62% |
| Zscaler, Inc. (ZS) | $20.17B | -3.18% | -3.82% | -9.21% | -9.47% |
| Fidelity National Information Services, Inc. (FIS) | $20.66B | 3.49% | 3.74% | 3.37% | 2.71% |
| Okta, Inc. (OKTA) | $19.09B | 1.88% | 0.68% | -4.02% | -5.54% |
| HP Inc. (HPQ) | $22.88B | 24.97% | 24.84% | 25.36% | 29.30% |
| PTC Inc. (PTC) | $15.70B | 14.43% | 11.70% | 9.92% | 9.55% |
| Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation (CTSH) | $24.92B | 12.31% | 12.78% | 13.55% | 13.20% |
| Atlassian Corporation (TEAM) | $25.11B | -4.48% | -4.45% | -5.23% | -2.26% |
| VeriSign, Inc. (VRSN) | $25.83B | -61876.44% | -30712.72% | -15290.31% | -10160.01% |
| Tower Semiconductor Ltd. (TSEM) | $26.02B | 5.73% | 6.07% | 10.73% | 9.25% |
Capital Efficiency
ROIC
4.3%
ROE
9.1%
Akamai Technologies, Inc. Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Formula & Definition
ROIC = NOPAT / Invested Capital
Return on invested capital measures the after-tax return a company earns on all capital (debt and equity) invested in the business.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Akamai Technologies, Inc. Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) FAQ
- What is the return on invested capital (ROIC) for Akamai Technologies, Inc. (AKAM)?
- The return on invested capital (ROIC) for AKAM stock is 4.35%.
- Is Akamai Technologies, Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
- Akamai Technologies, Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) of 4.35% is 34% below its 5-year average of 6.62%, near the low end of its 5-year range (4.35%–9.31%).
- What is the TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Akamai Technologies, Inc. (AKAM)?
- The TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for AKAM stock is 4.54%.
- What is the 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Akamai Technologies, Inc. (AKAM)?
- The 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for AKAM stock is 5.48%.
- What is the 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Akamai Technologies, Inc. (AKAM)?
- The 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for AKAM stock is 6.62%.
- What is the 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Akamai Technologies, Inc. (AKAM)?
- The 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for AKAM stock is 6.88%.
- What is the 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Akamai Technologies, Inc. (AKAM)?
- The 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for AKAM stock is 7.51%.
- What is the 20Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Akamai Technologies, Inc. (AKAM)?
- The 20Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for AKAM stock is 7.26%.
Akamai Technologies, Inc. Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) History
| DATE | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 4.35% |
| 2024-12-31 | 4.74% |
| 2023-12-31 | 5.75% |
| 2022-12-31 | 7.09% |
| 2021-12-31 | 9.31% |
| 2020-12-31 | 8.50% |
| 2019-12-31 | 7.65% |
| 2018-12-31 | 6.38% |
| 2017-12-31 | 5.32% |
| 2016-12-31 | 8.02% |
| 2015-12-31 | 8.52% |
| 2014-12-31 | 9.29% |
| 2013-12-31 | 10.75% |
| 2012-12-31 | 8.32% |
| 2011-12-31 | 8.65% |
| 2010-12-31 | 7.52% |
| 2009-12-31 | 6.36% |
| 2008-12-31 | 7.38% |
| 2007-12-31 | 5.55% |
| 2006-12-31 | 4.18% |
| 2005-12-31 | 8.83% |
| 2004-12-31 | 35.16% |
| 2003-12-31 | -5.14% |
| 2002-12-31 | -121.71% |
| 2001-12-31 | -730.19% |
| 2000-12-31 | -33.23% |
| 1999-12-31 | -19.77% |
| 1998-12-31 | 0.00% |
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About Akamai Technologies, Inc.
Akamai Technologies, Inc. (AKAM) is a leading global provider of cloud services, specializing in the secure delivery, optimization, and protection of online content and business applications across the internet. The company's primary focus involves offering sophisticated cloud-based solutions designed to shield digital infrastructure, websites, applications (including APIs), and end-users from a wide array of cyberattacks and online threats, all while simultaneously enhancing performance. Akamai further excels in accelerating web and mobile experiences, facilitating dynamic and highly responsive websites and applications. Its extensive media delivery offerings encompass seamless video streaming and player services, efficient game and software distribution, robust broadcast operations, authoritative Domain Name System (DNS) resolution, and comprehensive data analytics. Additionally, Akamai provides cutting-edge edge compute solutions, empowering developers to deploy and run their code directly at the network's edge for improved efficiency and reduced latency. The company also extends its expertise to telecommunications carriers, offering specialized services such as advanced cybersecurity protection, parental controls, resilient DNS infrastructure, and content delivery solutions. To ensure client success, Akamai offers a full suite of support services to assist with the seamless integration, configuration, optimization, and ongoing management of its diverse product portfolio. Akamai distributes its solutions through both its dedicated direct sales and service organizations and an extensive network of channel partners. Founded in 1998, Akamai Technologies, Inc. is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
- Sector
- Technology
- Industry
- Software - Infrastructure
- CEO
- F. Thomson Leighton