Expeditors International of Washington, Inc. (EXPD) Return on Invested Capital (ROIC): 26.65%
Is Expeditors International of Washington, Inc.’s return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
Expeditors International of Washington, Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) of 26.65% is in line with its 5-year average of 28.82%, around the middle of its 5-year range (22.08%–37.23%).
As of Tuesday, June 16, 2026. 1.79% below its 12-month average of 27.13%.
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EXPD Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Metrics
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC)
26.65%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG TTM
27.13%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 3Y
28.84%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 5Y
28.82%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 10Y
27.09%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 15Y
24.05%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 20Y
22.05%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-1.79%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-7.59%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-7.53%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-1.63%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+10.82%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+20.87%
EXPD Competitors' Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expeditors International of Washington, Inc. (EXPD) | $21.35B | 26.65% | 27.13% | 28.84% | 28.82% |
| Fortive Corporation (FTV)vs › | $18.65B | 7.44% | 7.04% | 6.69% | 6.01% |
| Lennox International Inc. (LII)vs › | $18.37B | 25.51% | 29.26% | 30.10% | 30.43% |
| WESCO International, Inc. (WCC)vs › | $16.94B | 7.45% | 7.83% | 8.71% | 7.42% |
| Hubbell Incorporated (HUBB)vs › | $25.88B | 13.76% | 14.52% | 13.99% | 12.52% |
| Xylem Inc. (XYL)vs › | $26.45B | 6.37% | 6.08% | 6.10% | 5.97% |
| ATI Inc. (ATI)vs › | $26.77B | 12.27% | 11.84% | 10.95% | 1.40% |
| Generac Holdings Inc. (GNRC)vs › | $15.90B | 5.29% | 7.59% | 8.14% | 10.33% |
| Copart, Inc. (CPRT)vs › | $28.05B | 14.70% | 15.34% | 18.11% | 19.67% |
| Curtiss-Wright Corporation (CW)vs › | $28.17B | 12.41% | 11.32% | 10.24% | 9.32% |
Capital Efficiency
ROIC
26.6%
ROE
36.6%
Expeditors International of Washington, 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
Expeditors International of Washington, Inc. Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) FAQ
- What is the return on invested capital (ROIC) for Expeditors International of Washington, Inc. (EXPD)?
- The return on invested capital (ROIC) for EXPD stock is 26.65%.
- Is Expeditors International of Washington, Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
- Expeditors International of Washington, Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) of 26.65% is in line with its 5-year average of 28.82%, around the middle of its 5-year range (22.08%–37.23%).
- What is the TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Expeditors International of Washington, Inc. (EXPD)?
- The TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for EXPD stock is 27.13%.
- What is the 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Expeditors International of Washington, Inc. (EXPD)?
- The 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for EXPD stock is 28.84%.
- What is the 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Expeditors International of Washington, Inc. (EXPD)?
- The 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for EXPD stock is 28.82%.
- What is the 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Expeditors International of Washington, Inc. (EXPD)?
- The 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for EXPD stock is 27.09%.
- What is the 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Expeditors International of Washington, Inc. (EXPD)?
- The 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for EXPD stock is 24.05%.
- What is the 20Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Expeditors International of Washington, Inc. (EXPD)?
- The 20Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for EXPD stock is 22.05%.
Expeditors International of Washington, Inc. Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) History
| DATE | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 26.65% |
| 2024-12-31 | 27.62% |
| 2023-12-31 | 23.85% |
| 2022-12-31 | 37.23% |
| 2021-12-31 | 35.49% |
| 2020-12-31 | 22.08% |
| 2019-12-31 | 22.03% |
| 2018-12-31 | 30.35% |
| 2017-12-31 | 23.61% |
| 2016-12-31 | 22.68% |
| 2015-12-31 | 26.41% |
| 2014-12-31 | 19.37% |
| 2013-12-31 | 15.74% |
| 2012-12-31 | 15.21% |
| 2011-12-31 | 18.08% |
| 2010-12-31 | 18.38% |
| 2009-12-31 | 14.22% |
| 2008-12-31 | 20.06% |
| 2007-12-31 | 19.56% |
| 2006-12-31 | 20.01% |
| 2005-12-31 | 19.57% |
| 2004-12-31 | 17.31% |
| 2003-12-31 | 16.66% |
| 2002-12-31 | 20.59% |
| 2001-12-31 | 22.10% |
| 2000-12-31 | 21.67% |
| 1999-12-31 | 17.93% |
| 1998-12-31 | 20.00% |
| 1997-12-31 | 21.13% |
| 1996-12-31 | 15.99% |
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About Expeditors International of Washington, Inc.
Expeditors International of Washington, Inc. functions as a prominent global logistics and supply chain management enterprise. With a vast operational footprint spanning the Americas, North and South Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and India, the company delivers an extensive portfolio of services to its clients. Their core transportation offerings include comprehensive air freight solutions, encompassing both consolidation and forwarding, alongside diverse ocean freight services ranging from consolidated cargo to direct vessel bookings, complemented by efficient order management. Beyond mere transport, Expeditors provides crucial ancillary services such as customs brokerage and clearance, intra-continental ground delivery, and warehousing and distribution. The company's advanced supply chain capabilities feature meticulous purchase order oversight, vendor consolidation, guaranteed time-critical transportation, temperature-controlled shipping environments, cargo insurance, and sophisticated cargo monitoring and tracking systems. Moreover, they offer strategic advisory services for supply chain optimization, trade compliance, general business consulting, and enhanced cargo security protocols. Expeditors frequently acts as a freight consolidator or an authorized agent for airlines facilitating shipments. Their support infrastructure further includes the detailed preparation of all required shipping and customs documentation, expert packing and crating services, arrangement of insurance, negotiation of letters of credit, and ensuring full compliance with local export regulations. Serving a broad spectrum of industries, their client base primarily consists of retailing, wholesaling, electronics, technology, and various industrial and manufacturing companies. Expeditors International of Washington, Inc. was founded in 1979 and maintains its corporate headquarters in Seattle, Washington.
- Sector
- Industrials
- Industry
- Integrated Freight & Logistics
- CEO
- Daniel R. Wall