The Gap, Inc. (GAP) Return on Invested Capital (ROIC): 8.06%
Is The Gap, Inc.’s return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
The Gap, Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) of 8.06% is 102% above its 5-year average of 3.98%, near the high end of its 5-year range (-4.50%–8.34%).
The return on invested capital (ROIC) for The Gap, Inc. (GAP) is 8.06% as of Wednesday, June 10, 2026. It is below its 12-month average by 1.71% (8.20%).
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GAP Average Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Chart
GAP Current vs Average Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Chart
GAP Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Metrics
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC)
8.06%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG TTM
8.20%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 3Y
5.39%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 5Y
3.98%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 10Y
8.37%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 15Y
12.72%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 20Y
13.53%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-1.71%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+49.40%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+102.34%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-3.66%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-36.65%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-40.43%
GAP Competitors' Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Gap, Inc. (GAP) | — | 8.06% | 8.20% | 5.39% | 3.98% |
| Chewy, Inc. (CHWY) | $8.38B | 16.18% | 15.06% | 9.44% | 3.88% |
| Etsy, Inc. (ETSY) | $6.61B | 11.51% | 13.73% | 2.22% | 7.33% |
| CAVA Group, Inc. (CAVA) | $8.88B | 5.73% | 4.87% | -0.27% | -3.61% |
| The Gap, Inc. (GPS) | $9.21B | 8.06% | 8.48% | 7.70% | 5.74% |
| Wayfair Inc. (W) | $9.22B | 1.30% | -14.72% | -41.74% | -26.30% |
| GameStop Corp. (GME) | $10.08B | 2.89% | 1.21% | -3.55% | -6.97% |
| Domino's Pizza, Inc. (DPZ) | $10.57B | 56.73% | 55.41% | 54.15% | 54.54% |
| Thor Industries, Inc. (THO) | $4.10B | 4.72% | 5.30% | 9.88% | 10.24% |
| Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (ANF) | $3.85B | 18.66% | 20.93% | 19.07% | 14.38% |
Capital Efficiency
ROIC
8.1%
ROE
26.3%
The Gap, 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
The Gap, Inc. Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) FAQ
- What is the return on invested capital (ROIC) for The Gap, Inc. (GAP)?
- The return on invested capital (ROIC) for GAP stock is 8.06%.
- Is The Gap, Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
- The Gap, Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) of 8.06% is 102% above its 5-year average of 3.98%, near the high end of its 5-year range (-4.50%–8.34%).
- What is the TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for The Gap, Inc. (GAP)?
- The TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for GAP stock is 8.20%.
- What is the 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for The Gap, Inc. (GAP)?
- The 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for GAP stock is 5.39%.
- What is the 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for The Gap, Inc. (GAP)?
- The 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for GAP stock is 3.98%.
- What is the 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for The Gap, Inc. (GAP)?
- The 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for GAP stock is 8.37%.
- What is the 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for The Gap, Inc. (GAP)?
- The 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for GAP stock is 12.72%.
- What is the 20Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for The Gap, Inc. (GAP)?
- The 20Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for GAP stock is 13.53%.
The Gap, Inc. Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) History
| DATE | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) |
|---|---|
| 2026-01-31 | 8.06% |
| 2025-01-31 | 8.34% |
| 2024-01-31 | 5.91% |
| 2023-01-31 | -0.73% |
| 2022-01-31 | 6.82% |
| 2021-01-31 | -4.50% |
| 2020-01-31 | 3.10% |
| 2019-01-31 | 17.59% |
| 2018-01-31 | 15.93% |
| 2017-01-31 | 13.72% |
| 2016-01-31 | 17.79% |
| 2015-01-31 | 23.84% |
| 2014-01-31 | 24.21% |
| 2013-01-31 | 23.11% |
| 2012-01-31 | 16.35% |
| 2011-01-31 | 24.04% |
| 2010-01-31 | 18.81% |
| 2009-01-31 | 20.19% |
| 2008-01-31 | 14.63% |
| 2007-01-31 | 10.94% |
| 2006-01-31 | 16.01% |
| 2005-01-31 | 16.41% |
| 2004-01-31 | 14.14% |
| 2003-01-31 | 7.87% |
| 2002-01-31 | -0.19% |
| 2001-01-31 | 17.50% |
| 2000-01-31 | 31.82% |
| 1999-01-31 | 33.30% |
| 1998-01-31 | 21.74% |
| 1997-01-31 | 23.31% |
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About The Gap, Inc.
The Gap, Inc. operates as a prominent apparel retail enterprise, offering a diverse array of clothing, accessories, and personal care products for men, women, and children. These goods are marketed under its well-known brands: Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic, and Athleta. Its extensive product line features staples such as denim, t-shirts, fleece wear, and khakis, alongside accessories like eyewear, jewelry, footwear, handbags, and fragrances. Athleta specifically caters to women and girls with fitness and lifestyle products designed for activities including yoga, training, sports, travel, and everyday wear. The company distributes its products through various sales channels, including its own company-operated stores, franchised locations, e-commerce websites, third-party collaborations, and catalogs. Furthermore, The Gap, Inc. has established franchise partnerships with independent operators, enabling the operation of Old Navy, Gap, Athleta, and Banana Republic stores and online platforms across Asia, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, and Africa. As of December 31, 2021, the company's retail footprint comprised 2,835 corporate-owned stores and an additional 564 franchised outlets. Incorporated in 1969, The Gap, Inc. maintains its corporate headquarters in San Francisco, California.
- Sector
- Consumer Cyclical
- Industry
- Apparel - Retail
- CEO
- Richard Dickson