Newmont Corporation (NEM) Return on Assets (ROA): 12.40%
Is Newmont Corporation’s return on assets (ROA) high or low?
Newmont Corporation's return on assets (ROA) of 12.40% is 233% above its 5-year average of 3.72%, near the high end of its 5-year range (-4.54%–12.40%).
The return on assets (ROA) for Newmont Corporation (NEM) is 12.40% as of Wednesday, June 10, 2026. It is above its 12-month average by 35.22% (9.17%).
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NEM Return on Assets (ROA) Metrics
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA)
12.40%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG TTM
9.17%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 3Y
3.15%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 5Y
3.72%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 10Y
2.83%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 15Y
2.47%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 20Y
2.21%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+35.22%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+293.34%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+233.33%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+337.46%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+401.26%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+461.93%
NEM Competitors' Return on Assets (ROA)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newmont Corporation (NEM) | — | 12.40% | 9.17% | 3.15% | 3.72% |
| Freeport-McMoRan Inc. (FCX) | $92.36B | 3.79% | 3.61% | 4.38% | 4.64% |
| The Sherwin-Williams Company (SHW) | $76.59B | 9.92% | 10.63% | 10.16% | 9.93% |
| Ecolab Inc. (ECL) | $74.42B | 8.40% | 8.92% | 7.30% | 4.65% |
| Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. (APD) | $63.01B | -0.96% | 4.36% | 6.05% | 6.59% |
| Nucor Corporation (NUE) | $57.92B | 4.97% | 5.47% | 11.79% | 12.86% |
| Vulcan Materials Company (VMC) | $36.20B | 6.47% | 5.90% | 5.57% | 5.36% |
| DuPont de Nemours, Inc. (DD) | $19.29B | -3.61% | -0.84% | 3.40% | 3.93% |
| Alcoa Corporation (AA) | $19.11B | 7.17% | 3.77% | 0.53% | 0.64% |
| United States Steel Corporation (X) | $12.42B | 0.48% | 3.14% | 10.67% | 4.58% |
Asset Efficiency
ROA
12.4%
ROE
20.9%
Newmont Corporation Return on Assets (ROA) Formula & Definition
ROA = Net Income / Total Assets
Return on assets measures how efficiently a company generates profit from its total assets.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Newmont Corporation Return on Assets (ROA) FAQ
- What is the return on assets (ROA) for Newmont Corporation (NEM)?
- The return on assets (ROA) for NEM stock is 12.40%.
- Is Newmont Corporation's return on assets (ROA) high or low?
- Newmont Corporation's return on assets (ROA) of 12.40% is 233% above its 5-year average of 3.72%, near the high end of its 5-year range (-4.54%–12.40%).
- What is the TTM average return on assets (ROA) for Newmont Corporation (NEM)?
- The TTM average return on assets (ROA) for NEM stock is 9.17%.
- What is the 3Y average return on assets (ROA) for Newmont Corporation (NEM)?
- The 3Y average return on assets (ROA) for NEM stock is 3.15%.
- What is the 5Y average return on assets (ROA) for Newmont Corporation (NEM)?
- The 5Y average return on assets (ROA) for NEM stock is 3.72%.
- What is the 10Y average return on assets (ROA) for Newmont Corporation (NEM)?
- The 10Y average return on assets (ROA) for NEM stock is 2.83%.
- What is the 15Y average return on assets (ROA) for Newmont Corporation (NEM)?
- The 15Y average return on assets (ROA) for NEM stock is 2.47%.
- What is the 20Y average return on assets (ROA) for Newmont Corporation (NEM)?
- The 20Y average return on assets (ROA) for NEM stock is 2.21%.
Newmont Corporation Return on Assets (ROA) History
| DATE | RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 12.40% |
| 2024-12-31 | 5.94% |
| 2023-12-31 | -4.54% |
| 2022-12-31 | -1.19% |
| 2021-12-31 | 2.87% |
| 2020-12-31 | 6.84% |
| 2019-12-31 | 7.02% |
| 2018-12-31 | 1.65% |
| 2017-12-31 | -0.55% |
| 2016-12-31 | -0.13% |
| 2015-12-31 | 0.87% |
| 2014-12-31 | 2.04% |
| 2013-12-31 | -9.94% |
| 2012-12-31 | 6.10% |
| 2011-12-31 | 1.33% |
| 2010-12-31 | 8.87% |
| 2009-12-31 | 5.82% |
| 2008-12-31 | 5.39% |
| 2007-12-31 | -12.09% |
| 2006-12-31 | 5.07% |
| 2005-12-31 | 2.57% |
| 2004-12-31 | 3.84% |
| 2003-12-31 | 4.30% |
| 2002-12-31 | 1.56% |
| 2001-12-31 | -0.57% |
| 2000-12-31 | -0.54% |
| 1999-12-31 | 0.73% |
| 1998-12-31 | -12.34% |
| 1997-12-31 | 1.89% |
| 1996-12-31 | 4.09% |
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About Newmont Corporation
Newmont Corporation is primarily involved in the mining and exploration of gold resources. Additionally, the company undertakes prospecting for other base and precious metals, including copper, silver, zinc, and lead. Its operations and assets are geographically widespread, located across various countries such as the United States, Canada, Mexico, the Dominican Republic, Peru, Suriname, Argentina, Chile, Australia, and Ghana. As of the close of 2021 (December 31st), Newmont reported substantial proven and probable gold reserves, totaling 92.8 million ounces, and managed a vast land portfolio covering 62,800 square kilometers. Founded in 1916, the company's corporate headquarters are situated in Denver, Colorado.
- Sector
- Basic Materials
- Industry
- Gold
- CEO
- Natascha Viljoen