Mettler-Toledo International Inc. (MTD) Return on Invested Capital (ROIC): 35.46%
Is Mettler-Toledo International Inc.’s return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
Mettler-Toledo International Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) of 35.46% is in line with its 5-year average of 36.01%, around the middle of its 5-year range (31.18%–41.06%).
As of Thursday, June 11, 2026. 7.32% below its 12-month average of 38.26%.
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MTD Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Metrics
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC)
35.46%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG TTM
38.26%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 3Y
37.51%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 5Y
36.01%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 10Y
31.56%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 15Y
27.97%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 20Y
25.01%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-7.32%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-5.47%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-1.53%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+12.35%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+26.77%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+41.78%
MTD Competitors' Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mettler-Toledo International Inc. (MTD) | $22.82B | 35.46% | 38.26% | 37.51% | 36.01% |
| Waters Corporation (WAT) | $23.21B | 17.57% | 18.00% | 20.73% | 22.79% |
| BioNTech SE (BNTX) | $22.39B | -3.14% | -4.79% | 9.55% | 20.42% |
| Veeva Systems Inc. (VEEV) | $26.31B | 9.48% | 9.25% | 9.54% | 11.31% |
| Moderna, Inc. (MRNA) | $18.71B | -29.70% | -31.12% | -12.69% | 0.19% |
| Hologic, Inc. (HOLX) | $16.97B | 7.35% | 8.59% | 9.78% | 13.56% |
| DexCom, Inc. (DXCM) | $28.92B | 16.61% | 13.40% | 11.07% | 9.62% |
| Biogen Inc. (BIIB) | $28.94B | 6.62% | 7.71% | 8.64% | 10.90% |
| IQVIA Holdings Inc. (IQV) | $30.08B | 8.23% | 8.41% | 8.23% | 6.99% |
| Medline Inc. (MDLN) | $30.90B | 5.69% | 6.03% | 3.95% | 3.95% |
Capital Efficiency
ROIC
35.5%
ROE
-3677.4%
Mettler-Toledo International 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
Mettler-Toledo International Inc. Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) FAQ
- What is the return on invested capital (ROIC) for Mettler-Toledo International Inc. (MTD)?
- The return on invested capital (ROIC) for MTD stock is 35.46%.
- Is Mettler-Toledo International Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
- Mettler-Toledo International Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) of 35.46% is in line with its 5-year average of 36.01%, around the middle of its 5-year range (31.18%–41.06%).
- What is the TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Mettler-Toledo International Inc. (MTD)?
- The TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for MTD stock is 38.26%.
- What is the 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Mettler-Toledo International Inc. (MTD)?
- The 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for MTD stock is 37.51%.
- What is the 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Mettler-Toledo International Inc. (MTD)?
- The 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for MTD stock is 36.01%.
- What is the 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Mettler-Toledo International Inc. (MTD)?
- The 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for MTD stock is 31.56%.
- What is the 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Mettler-Toledo International Inc. (MTD)?
- The 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for MTD stock is 27.97%.
- What is the 20Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Mettler-Toledo International Inc. (MTD)?
- The 20Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for MTD stock is 25.01%.
Mettler-Toledo International Inc. Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) History
| DATE | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 35.46% |
| 2024-12-31 | 41.06% |
| 2023-12-31 | 36.51% |
| 2022-12-31 | 37.01% |
| 2021-12-31 | 34.85% |
| 2020-12-31 | 31.18% |
| 2019-12-31 | 28.69% |
| 2018-12-31 | 27.77% |
| 2017-12-31 | 21.24% |
| 2016-12-31 | 25.77% |
| 2015-12-31 | 27.63% |
| 2014-12-31 | 25.06% |
| 2013-12-31 | 21.32% |
| 2012-12-31 | 21.43% |
| 2011-12-31 | 18.12% |
| 2010-12-31 | 14.45% |
| 2009-12-31 | 16.52% |
| 2008-12-31 | 18.29% |
| 2007-12-31 | 15.56% |
| 2006-12-31 | 17.27% |
| 2005-12-31 | 10.04% |
| 2004-12-31 | 10.28% |
| 2003-12-31 | 10.11% |
| 2002-12-31 | 14.37% |
| 2001-12-31 | 8.10% |
| 2000-12-31 | 14.39% |
| 1999-12-31 | 12.78% |
| 1998-12-31 | 10.45% |
| 1997-12-31 | 13.04% |
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About Mettler-Toledo International Inc.
Mettler-Toledo International Inc. (MTD) is a global enterprise dedicated to the production and provision of precision instruments and related services. The company's operations are strategically organized across five geographical divisions: its domestic U.S. market, Swiss operations, Western European activities, Chinese operations, and an 'Other' segment covering remaining territories. Their extensive product portfolio serves diverse scientific and industrial needs. Within the laboratory sphere, Mettler-Toledo supplies a comprehensive array of equipment, including high-precision balances, advanced liquid handling systems (such as pipetting solutions), automated laboratory reactors, titrators, pH meters, sensors and analyzers for process analytics, instruments for evaluating physical properties, thermal analysis systems, and various other analytical tools. These hardware offerings are complemented by LabX, their proprietary software platform designed for managing and analyzing instrument-generated data. For industrial applications, the company offers robust weighing instruments with associated terminals, automated systems for dimensional measurement and data capture, heavy-duty vehicle scales, specialized industrial software, and a full suite of product inspection technologies. This includes metal detectors, X-ray inspection systems, checkweighers, camera-based imaging equipment, and solutions for track-and-trace. Additionally, Mettler-Toledo provides sophisticated retail weighing solutions, encompassing networked scales and accompanying software, standalone scales, and automated packaging and labeling systems specifically tailored for fresh food items. The company caters to a wide spectrum of clients, including the life sciences sector, independent research organizations, testing laboratories, food and beverage manufacturers, food retailers, chemical, specialty chemical, and cosmetics companies, transportation and logistics firms, metals and electronics industries, and the academic community. Sales and support are conducted through both a direct sales force and an established network of indirect distribution channels. Mettler-Toledo International Inc. was founded in 1991 and is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio.
- Sector
- Healthcare
- Industry
- Medical - Diagnostics & Research
- CEO
- Patrick K. Kaltenbach