NRG Energy, Inc. (NRG) Return on Invested Capital (ROIC): 7.00%
Is NRG Energy, Inc.’s return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
NRG Energy, Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) of 7.00% is 19% below its 5-year average of 8.68%, around the middle of its 5-year range (2.11%–16.65%).
As of Sunday, June 21, 2026. 24.61% below its 12-month average of 9.29%.
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NRG Average Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Chart
NRG Current vs Average Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Chart
NRG Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Metrics
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC)
7.00%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG TTM
9.29%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 3Y
7.44%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 5Y
8.68%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 10Y
5.35%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 15Y
4.37%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 20Y
5.54%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-24.61%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-5.91%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-19.35%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+30.93%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+60.33%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+26.32%
NRG Competitors' Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NRG Energy, Inc. (NRG) | $28.50B | 7.00% | 9.29% | 7.44% | 8.68% |
| Atmos Energy Corporation (ATO)vs › | $28.39B | 4.58% | 4.67% | 4.43% | 4.37% |
| CenterPoint Energy, Inc. (CNP)vs › | $28.01B | 3.96% | 4.05% | 3.86% | 3.63% |
| Ameren Corporation (AEE)vs › | $30.07B | 4.01% | 3.67% | 3.60% | 3.57% |
| FirstEnergy Corp. (FE)vs › | $26.87B | 4.46% | 4.06% | 3.39% | 3.56% |
| PPL Corporation (PPL)vs › | $26.62B | 4.07% | 3.83% | 3.56% | 2.90% |
| Eversource Energy (ES)vs › | $26.17B | 4.68% | 3.93% | 3.96% | 3.80% |
| American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK)vs › | $24.42B | 4.21% | 4.23% | 4.13% | 4.06% |
| CMS Energy Corporation (CMS)vs › | $22.67B | 3.67% | 3.70% | 3.60% | 3.68% |
| NiSource Inc. (NI)vs › | $22.66B | 4.51% | 4.33% | 4.19% | 3.63% |
Capital Efficiency
ROIC
7.0%
ROE
4.9%
NRG Energy, 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
NRG Energy, Inc. Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) FAQ
- What is the return on invested capital (ROIC) for NRG Energy, Inc. (NRG)?
- The return on invested capital (ROIC) for NRG stock is 7.00%.
- Is NRG Energy, Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
- NRG Energy, Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) of 7.00% is 19% below its 5-year average of 8.68%, around the middle of its 5-year range (2.11%–16.65%).
- What is the TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for NRG Energy, Inc. (NRG)?
- The TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for NRG stock is 9.29%.
- What is the 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for NRG Energy, Inc. (NRG)?
- The 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for NRG stock is 7.44%.
- What is the 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for NRG Energy, Inc. (NRG)?
- The 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for NRG stock is 8.68%.
- What is the 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for NRG Energy, Inc. (NRG)?
- The 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for NRG stock is 5.35%.
- What is the 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for NRG Energy, Inc. (NRG)?
- The 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for NRG stock is 4.37%.
- What is the 20Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for NRG Energy, Inc. (NRG)?
- The 20Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for NRG stock is 5.54%.
NRG Energy, Inc. Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) History
| DATE | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 7.00% |
| 2024-12-31 | 11.57% |
| 2023-12-31 | 2.11% |
| 2022-12-31 | 9.08% |
| 2021-12-31 | 16.65% |
| 2020-12-31 | 5.67% |
| 2019-12-31 | 12.48% |
| 2018-12-31 | 11.65% |
| 2017-12-31 | -3.55% |
| 2016-12-31 | 0.12% |
| 2015-12-31 | -13.97% |
| 2014-12-31 | 3.44% |
| 2013-12-31 | 0.62% |
| 2012-12-31 | -30.01% |
| 2011-12-31 | -0.90% |
| 2010-12-31 | 3.52% |
| 2009-12-31 | 5.88% |
| 2008-12-31 | 7.25% |
| 2007-12-31 | 5.37% |
| 2006-12-31 | 5.08% |
| 2005-12-31 | 2.25% |
| 2004-12-31 | 3.64% |
| 2003-12-31 | 37.80% |
| 2002-12-31 | -26.03% |
| 2001-12-31 | 5.17% |
| 2000-12-31 | 5.51% |
| 1999-12-31 | 3.31% |
| 1998-12-31 | 4.56% |
| 1997-12-31 | -26.52% |
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About NRG Energy, Inc.
NRG Energy, Inc., together with its affiliated entities, operates as a comprehensive power utility spanning the United States. Its operations are divided into three main geographical divisions: Texas, East, and West. The company plays a crucial role in generating, distributing, and selling electricity and various related services, serving approximately six million customers across residential, commercial, industrial, and wholesale sectors. Their energy generation capabilities are diverse, drawing from natural gas, coal, oil, solar, nuclear, and battery storage technologies. Beyond core power provision, NRG offers an extensive array of solutions, including centralized system power, decentralized generation, renewable energy products, emergency backup power, distributed solar and storage installations, demand-side management, energy efficiency programs, expert advisory services, carbon management initiatives, and bespoke on-site energy solutions. Furthermore, NRG actively engages in the trading of electric power, natural gas, and associated commodities, alongside environmental credits, weather-related products, and various financial instruments such as forwards, futures, options, and swaps. The company also manages fuel procurement and transportation services. It directly markets energy, services, and products to retail consumers through several established brands, including NRG, Reliant, Direct Energy, Green Mountain Energy, Stream, and XOOM Energy. As of December 31, 2021, NRG Energy's generation assets encompassed approximately 18,000 megawatts of capacity across 25 owned and leased facilities. The corporation was founded in 1989 and maintains its corporate headquarters in Houston, Texas.
- Sector
- Utilities
- Industry
- Independent Power Producers
- CEO
- Lawrence Stephen Coben