Emerson Electric Co. (EMR) Return on Invested Capital (ROIC): 7.26%
Is Emerson Electric Co.’s return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
Emerson Electric Co.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) of 7.26% is in line with its 5-year average of 7.58%, near the low end of its 5-year range (5.40%–13.00%).
The return on invested capital (ROIC) for Emerson Electric Co. (EMR) is 7.26% as of Tuesday, June 9, 2026. It is above its 12-month average by 14.69% (6.33%).
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EMR Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Metrics
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC)
7.26%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG TTM
6.33%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 3Y
6.09%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 5Y
7.58%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 10Y
10.34%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 15Y
11.51%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 20Y
12.33%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+14.69%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+19.21%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-4.26%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-29.76%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-36.90%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-41.10%
EMR Competitors' Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emerson Electric Co. (EMR) | — | 7.26% | 6.33% | 6.09% | 7.58% |
| 3M Company (MMM) | $81.55B | 11.53% | 12.46% | 10.54% | 11.94% |
| Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW) | $73.81B | 24.49% | 25.84% | 24.99% | 22.94% |
| United Parcel Service, Inc. (UPS) | $91.69B | 10.40% | 11.21% | 13.32% | 13.95% |
| Cummins Inc. (CMI) | $92.35B | 11.41% | 12.55% | 9.89% | 10.37% |
| Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP) | $92.41B | 24.66% | 32.02% | 35.59% | 31.77% |
| PACCAR Inc (PCAR) | $62.99B | 6.39% | 8.44% | 10.51% | 8.23% |
| Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (RKLB) | $62.65B | -10.09% | -16.12% | -18.18% | -20.49% |
| Fastenal Company (FAST) | $53.48B | 28.17% | 27.85% | 28.02% | 26.95% |
| AMETEK, Inc. (AME) | $52.67B | 11.04% | 11.09% | 10.84% | 10.34% |
Capital Efficiency
ROIC
7.3%
ROE
11.3%
Emerson Electric Co. 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
Emerson Electric Co. Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) FAQ
- What is the return on invested capital (ROIC) for Emerson Electric Co. (EMR)?
- The return on invested capital (ROIC) for EMR stock is 7.26%.
- Is Emerson Electric Co.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
- Emerson Electric Co.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) of 7.26% is in line with its 5-year average of 7.58%, near the low end of its 5-year range (5.40%–13.00%).
- What is the TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Emerson Electric Co. (EMR)?
- The TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for EMR stock is 6.33%.
- What is the 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Emerson Electric Co. (EMR)?
- The 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for EMR stock is 6.09%.
- What is the 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Emerson Electric Co. (EMR)?
- The 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for EMR stock is 7.58%.
- What is the 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Emerson Electric Co. (EMR)?
- The 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for EMR stock is 10.34%.
- What is the 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Emerson Electric Co. (EMR)?
- The 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for EMR stock is 11.51%.
- What is the 20Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Emerson Electric Co. (EMR)?
- The 20Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for EMR stock is 12.33%.
Emerson Electric Co. Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) History
| DATE | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) |
|---|---|
| 2025-09-30 | 7.26% |
| 2024-09-30 | 5.40% |
| 2023-09-30 | 5.62% |
| 2022-09-30 | 6.08% |
| 2021-09-30 | 8.14% |
| 2020-09-30 | 13.00% |
| 2019-09-30 | 15.91% |
| 2018-09-30 | 15.53% |
| 2017-09-30 | 12.52% |
| 2016-09-30 | 11.63% |
| 2015-09-30 | 12.60% |
| 2014-09-30 | 13.51% |
| 2013-09-30 | 13.87% |
| 2012-09-30 | 14.19% |
| 2011-09-30 | 14.67% |
| 2010-09-30 | 14.17% |
| 2009-09-30 | 14.70% |
| 2008-09-30 | 16.46% |
| 2007-09-30 | 16.25% |
| 2006-09-30 | 14.57% |
| 2005-09-30 | 12.77% |
| 2004-09-30 | 11.89% |
| 2003-09-30 | 11.56% |
| 2002-09-30 | 11.01% |
| 2001-09-30 | 12.19% |
| 2000-09-30 | 13.49% |
| 1999-09-30 | 13.64% |
| 1998-09-30 | 13.67% |
| 1997-09-30 | 13.75% |
| 1996-09-30 | 13.47% |
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About Emerson Electric Co.
Emerson Electric Co. is an international technology and engineering firm that delivers diverse solutions to industrial, commercial, and residential clients across the Americas, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Europe. The company's operations are divided into two main segments: Automation Solutions, and Commercial & Residential Solutions. Through its Automation Solutions division, Emerson provides a range of products including advanced measurement and analytical instruments, industrial valves, and sophisticated process control software and systems. This segment caters to a broad spectrum of industries such as oil and gas, refining, chemical processing, power generation, life sciences, food and beverage, automotive manufacturing, pulp and paper production, metals and mining, and municipal water utilities. The Commercial & Residential Solutions segment focuses on climate control and other essential home and business applications. It supplies residential and commercial heating and air conditioning (HVAC) products, encompassing various compressors (reciprocating and scroll), system protectors, precise flow control devices, and a variety of thermostats (standard, programmable, and Wi-Fi enabled). The segment also delivers monitoring equipment and electronic control units for both gas and electric heating setups, specialized gas valves for furnaces and water heaters, furnace ignition systems, and an array of sensors and thermistors for home appliances, alongside general temperature sensors and controls. Furthermore, this division supplies reciprocating, scroll, and screw compressors, along with precision flow control mechanisms, comprehensive system diagnostics, and advanced environmental control systems. Beyond hardware, it extends its portfolio to include technologies for air conditioning, refrigeration, and lighting management. Complementing these offerings are services like facility design and product lifecycle management, site commissioning, ongoing facility monitoring, and energy modeling. The segment also manufactures tools for both professional tradespeople and DIY enthusiasts, and offers a suite of appliance solutions. Established in 1890, Emerson Electric Co. maintains its corporate headquarters in Saint Louis, Missouri.
- Sector
- Industrials
- Industry
- Industrial - Machinery
- CEO
- Surendralal Lanca Karsanbhai