Return on Invested Capital (ROIC): 15.00%
Is the return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
The return on invested capital (ROIC) of 15.00% is 26% above its 4-year average of 11.91%, near the high end of its 4-year range (9.18%–15.00%).
As of Saturday, June 27, 2026. 0.98% above its 12-month average of 14.86%.
DELL Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Chart
Annual fiscal-year return on invested capital; no daily interpolation.
DELL Average Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Chart
DELL Current vs Average Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Chart
DELL Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Metrics
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC)
15.00%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG TTM
14.86%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 3Y
12.60%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 5Y
11.91%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 10Y
2.35%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 15Y
N/A
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 20Y
N/A
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+0.98%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+19.07%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+25.90%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+537.31%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
N/A
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
N/A
DELL Competitors' Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dell Technologies Inc. (DELL) | $265.36B | 15.00% | 14.86% | 12.60% | 11.91% |
| Palantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR)vs › | $259.91B | 17.95% | 11.73% | 5.20% | -8.29% |
| Texas Instruments Incorporated (TXN)vs › | $259.76B | 16.46% | 15.57% | 22.12% | 25.67% |
| International Business Machines Corporation (IBM)vs › | $255.30B | 8.57% | 8.87% | 8.41% | 7.28% |
| Marvell Technology, Inc. (MRVL)vs › | $233.37B | 5.98% | 1.05% | -0.75% | -1.12% |
| Sandisk Corporation (SNDK)vs › | $309.61B | -11.89% | -7.87% | -6.16% | -4.92% |
| Palo Alto Networks, Inc. (PANW)vs › | $207.32B | 5.67% | 5.41% | 2.94% | 0.73% |
| KLA Corporation (KLAC)vs › | $324.79B | 36.46% | 31.84% | 33.45% | 30.30% |
| Amphenol Corporation (APH)vs › | $202.54B | 15.12% | 15.01% | 15.20% | 14.59% |
| Western Digital Corporation (WDC)vs › | $202.14B | 21.53% | 9.75% | 6.22% | 5.25% |
Capital Efficiency
ROIC
15.0%
ROE
-240.3%
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
Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) FAQ
- What is the return on invested capital (ROIC) for Dell Technologies Inc. (DELL)?
- The return on invested capital (ROIC) for DELL stock is 15.00%.
- Is Dell Technologies Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
- The return on invested capital (ROIC) of 15.00% is 26% above its 4-year average of 11.91%, near the high end of its 4-year range (9.18%–15.00%).
- What is the TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Dell Technologies Inc. (DELL)?
- The TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for DELL stock is 14.86%.
- What is the 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Dell Technologies Inc. (DELL)?
- The 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for DELL stock is 12.60%.
- What is the 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Dell Technologies Inc. (DELL)?
- The 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for DELL stock is 11.91%.
- What is the 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Dell Technologies Inc. (DELL)?
- The 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for DELL stock is 2.35%.
DELL Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) History
| DATE | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) |
|---|---|
| 2026-01-30 | 15.00% |
| 2025-01-31 | 14.71% |
| 2024-02-02 | 10.95% |
| 2023-02-03 | 9.73% |
| 2022-01-28 | 9.18% |
| 2021-01-29 | 4.64% |
| 2020-01-31 | -32.41% |
| 2019-01-31 | -0.25% |
| 2018-01-31 | -1.72% |
| 2017-01-31 | -1.89% |
| 2016-01-31 | -2.05% |
| 2015-01-31 | -1.59% |
| 2014-01-31 | -4.24% |
Related Metrics
About Dell Technologies Inc.
Dell Technologies Inc. is a worldwide technology leader that designs, develops, manufactures, markets, sells, and provides support for a broad spectrum of information technology (IT) solutions, products, and services. The company's business activities are structured into three primary segments: the Infrastructure Solutions Group (ISG), the Client Solutions Group (CSG), and VMware. The ISG division focuses on delivering enterprise-grade offerings, including both traditional and next-generation storage solutions, alongside various server configurations such as rack, blade, tower, and hyperscale models. This segment also provides networking products and related services aimed at helping corporate clients modernize their IT infrastructure, enrich end-user experiences, and accelerate critical business applications and processes. Complementary software, peripherals, and extensive support services—encompassing deployment, configuration, and extended warranties—are also part of its portfolio. The CSG segment addresses end-user computing requirements by offering personal computers like desktops, workstations, and notebooks, as well as displays and projectors. It further includes proprietary and third-party software, peripheral devices, and a full suite of support, installation, setup, and extended warranty services. The VMware division specializes in assisting customers with managing intricate IT landscapes, particularly concerning hybrid and multi-cloud environments, modern applications, network infrastructure, security protocols, and digital workspaces. Its services enable efficient resource management across private, multi-cloud, and multi-device setups. Furthermore, Dell Technologies offers information security solutions and cloud software, including Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS), which empower customers to migrate, operate, and manage mission-critical applications within cloud-based IT environments. Founded in 1984, the company was initially known as Denali Holding Inc. before officially changing its name to Dell Technologies Inc. in August 2016. Its global headquarters are situated in Round Rock, Texas.
- Sector
- Technology
- Industry
- Computer Hardware
- CEO
- Michael Saul Dell