Comcast Corporation (CMCSA) Return on Invested Capital (ROIC): 6.42%
Is Comcast Corporation’s return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
Comcast Corporation's return on invested capital (ROIC) of 6.42% is in line with its 5-year average of 6.52%, around the middle of its 5-year range (5.19%–8.56%).
The return on invested capital (ROIC) for Comcast Corporation (CMCSA) is 6.42% as of Tuesday, June 9, 2026. It is below its 12-month average by 14.29% (7.49%).
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CMCSA Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Metrics
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC)
6.42%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG TTM
7.49%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 3Y
6.93%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 5Y
6.52%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 10Y
6.93%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 15Y
6.48%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 20Y
5.72%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-14.29%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-7.39%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-1.61%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-7.35%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-0.96%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+12.29%
CMCSA Competitors' Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Comcast Corporation (CMCSA) | — | 6.42% | 7.49% | 6.93% | 6.52% |
| Spotify Technology S.A. (SPOT) | $102.03B | 21.05% | 18.19% | 2.45% | 0.41% |
| Electronic Arts Inc. (EA) | $50.77B | 9.36% | 10.34% | 10.06% | 9.41% |
| Twitter, Inc. (delisted) (TWTR) | $41.09B | 1.14% | 0.67% | 2.28% | 0.64% |
| Reddit, Inc. (RDDT) | $34.32B | 14.86% | -5.48% | -8.00% | -8.84% |
| Charter Communications, Inc. (CHTR) | $19.11B | 7.23% | 7.32% | 7.21% | 6.82% |
| Roku, Inc. (ROKU) | $17.86B | -0.17% | -3.54% | -12.09% | -7.09% |
| Pinterest, Inc. (PINS) | $14.57B | 5.88% | 4.75% | 0.70% | 1.11% |
| AT&T Inc. (T) | $157.80B | 5.57% | 5.30% | 3.67% | 4.11% |
| Snap Inc. (SNAP) | $9.46B | -8.20% | -9.93% | -15.13% | -15.09% |
Capital Efficiency
ROIC
6.4%
ROE
20.6%
Comcast Corporation 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
Comcast Corporation Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) FAQ
- What is the return on invested capital (ROIC) for Comcast Corporation (CMCSA)?
- The return on invested capital (ROIC) for CMCSA stock is 6.42%.
- Is Comcast Corporation's return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
- Comcast Corporation's return on invested capital (ROIC) of 6.42% is in line with its 5-year average of 6.52%, around the middle of its 5-year range (5.19%–8.56%).
- What is the TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Comcast Corporation (CMCSA)?
- The TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for CMCSA stock is 7.49%.
- What is the 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Comcast Corporation (CMCSA)?
- The 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for CMCSA stock is 6.93%.
- What is the 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Comcast Corporation (CMCSA)?
- The 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for CMCSA stock is 6.52%.
- What is the 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Comcast Corporation (CMCSA)?
- The 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for CMCSA stock is 6.93%.
- What is the 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Comcast Corporation (CMCSA)?
- The 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for CMCSA stock is 6.48%.
- What is the 20Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Comcast Corporation (CMCSA)?
- The 20Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for CMCSA stock is 5.72%.
Comcast Corporation Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) History
| DATE | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 6.42% |
| 2024-12-31 | 8.56% |
| 2023-12-31 | 7.56% |
| 2022-12-31 | 5.19% |
| 2021-12-31 | 6.06% |
| 2020-12-31 | 5.36% |
| 2019-12-31 | 6.97% |
| 2018-12-31 | 6.47% |
| 2017-12-31 | 10.56% |
| 2016-12-31 | 6.45% |
| 2015-12-31 | 6.62% |
| 2014-12-31 | 7.04% |
| 2013-12-31 | 6.08% |
| 2012-12-31 | 5.48% |
| 2011-12-31 | 4.62% |
| 2010-12-31 | 4.28% |
| 2009-12-31 | 4.81% |
| 2008-12-31 | 3.94% |
| 2007-12-31 | 3.06% |
| 2006-12-31 | 2.77% |
| 2005-12-31 | 1.76% |
| 2004-12-31 | 1.54% |
| 2003-12-31 | 1.68% |
| 2002-12-31 | 0.68% |
| 2001-12-31 | -0.68% |
| 2000-12-31 | -0.29% |
| 1999-12-31 | 1.46% |
| 1998-12-31 | 2.96% |
| 1997-12-31 | 4.65% |
| 1996-12-31 | -0.27% |
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About Comcast Corporation
Comcast Corporation functions as a global media and technology conglomerate. Its diverse operations are segmented across Cable Communications, Media, Studios, Theme Parks, and Sky. The Cable Communications division delivers internet, television, phone, and mobile services to residential and business clients under its Xfinity brand, alongside offering advertising solutions. Its Media segment encompasses NBCUniversal's television and streaming platforms, including its national, regional, and international cable channels, the NBC and Telemundo broadcast networks, and the Peacock streaming service. The Studios segment is responsible for NBCUniversal's film and television production and distribution activities. Through its Theme Parks division, Comcast manages Universal Studios resorts located in Orlando, Florida; Hollywood, California; Osaka, Japan; and Beijing, China. The Sky segment provides direct-to-consumer services such as video, internet, voice, and mobile phone offerings, while its content arm includes entertainment networks, the Sky News channel, and Sky Sports networks. Additionally, Comcast owns the Philadelphia Flyers hockey team and the Wells Fargo Center arena in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1963, Comcast Corporation is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
- Sector
- Communication Services
- Industry
- Telecommunications Services
- CEO
- Brian L. Roberts