Return on Assets (ROA): 1.91%
Is the return on assets (ROA) high or low?
The return on assets (ROA) of 1.91% is in line with its 5-year average of 1.84%, near the high end of its 5-year range (1.51%–2.04%).
As of Monday, June 29, 2026. 14.71% above its 12-month average of 1.67%.
NWN Return on Assets (ROA) Chart
Annual fiscal-year return on assets; no daily interpolation.
NWN Average Return on Assets (ROA) Chart
NWN Current vs Average Return on Assets (ROA) Chart
NWN Return on Assets (ROA) Metrics
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA)
1.91%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG TTM
1.67%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 3Y
1.77%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 5Y
1.84%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 10Y
1.51%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 15Y
1.92%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 20Y
2.28%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+14.71%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+7.91%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+3.62%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+26.19%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-0.52%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-16.04%
NWN Competitors' Return on Assets (ROA)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Natural Holding Company (NWN) | $2.14B | 1.91% | 1.67% | 1.77% | 1.84% |
| NuScale Power Corporation (SMR)vs › | $3.01B | -33.60% | -25.13% | -23.15% | -60.83% |
| Avista Corporation (AVA)vs › | $3.45B | 2.45% | 2.25% | 2.20% | 2.16% |
| Fluence Energy, Inc. (FLNC)vs › | $3.56B | -1.78% | -0.43% | -5.64% | -9.66% |
| Black Hills Corporation (BKH)vs › | $5.79B | 2.66% | 2.70% | 2.71% | 2.70% |
| UGI Corporation (UGI)vs › | $7.60B | 3.98% | 3.08% | 0.63% | 2.52% |
| Clearway Energy, Inc. (CWEN-A)vs › | $8.31B | 0.01% | 0.81% | 1.72% | 1.26% |
| The AES Corporation (AES)vs › | $10.46B | 2.53% | 2.70% | 1.13% | 0.56% |
| Brookfield Renewable Partners L.P. (BEP)vs › | $10.70B | 0.19% | -0.13% | -0.13% | -0.21% |
| Pinnacle West Capital Corporation (PNW)vs › | $13.10B | 2.13% | 2.14% | 2.11% | 2.33% |
Asset Efficiency
ROA
1.9%
ROE
7.8%
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
Return on Assets (ROA) FAQ
- What is the return on assets (ROA) for Northwest Natural Holding Company (NWN)?
- The return on assets (ROA) for NWN stock is 1.91%.
- Is Northwest Natural Holding Company's return on assets (ROA) high or low?
- The return on assets (ROA) of 1.91% is in line with its 5-year average of 1.84%, near the high end of its 5-year range (1.51%–2.04%).
- What is the TTM average return on assets (ROA) for Northwest Natural Holding Company (NWN)?
- The TTM average return on assets (ROA) for NWN stock is 1.67%.
- What is the 3Y average return on assets (ROA) for Northwest Natural Holding Company (NWN)?
- The 3Y average return on assets (ROA) for NWN stock is 1.77%.
- What is the 5Y average return on assets (ROA) for Northwest Natural Holding Company (NWN)?
- The 5Y average return on assets (ROA) for NWN stock is 1.84%.
- What is the 10Y average return on assets (ROA) for Northwest Natural Holding Company (NWN)?
- The 10Y average return on assets (ROA) for NWN stock is 1.51%.
- What is the 15Y average return on assets (ROA) for Northwest Natural Holding Company (NWN)?
- The 15Y average return on assets (ROA) for NWN stock is 1.92%.
- What is the 20Y average return on assets (ROA) for Northwest Natural Holding Company (NWN)?
- The 20Y average return on assets (ROA) for NWN stock is 2.28%.
NWN Return on Assets (ROA) History
| DATE | RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 1.82% |
| 2024-12-31 | 1.51% |
| 2023-12-31 | 1.93% |
| 2022-12-31 | 1.82% |
| 2021-12-31 | 1.94% |
| 2020-12-31 | 2.04% |
| 2019-12-31 | 1.77% |
| 2018-12-31 | 1.99% |
| 2017-12-31 | -1.83% |
| 2016-12-31 | 1.91% |
| 2015-12-31 | 1.75% |
| 2014-12-31 | 1.91% |
| 2013-12-31 | 2.04% |
| 2012-12-31 | 2.12% |
| 2011-12-31 | 2.33% |
| 2010-12-31 | 2.78% |
| 2009-12-31 | 3.13% |
| 2008-12-31 | 2.92% |
| 2007-12-31 | 3.70% |
| 2006-12-31 | 3.24% |
| 2005-12-31 | 2.85% |
| 2004-12-31 | 2.92% |
| 2003-12-31 | 2.89% |
| 2002-12-31 | 3.26% |
| 2001-12-31 | 3.50% |
| 2000-12-31 | 3.93% |
| 1999-12-31 | 3.64% |
| 1998-12-31 | 2.29% |
| 1997-12-31 | 3.88% |
| 1996-12-31 | 4.73% |
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About Northwest Natural Holding Company
Northwest Natural Holding Company (NWN) operates primarily through its subsidiary, Northwest Natural Gas Company, delivering regulated natural gas to a diverse clientele including residential, commercial, industrial, and transportation customers across Oregon and Southwest Washington. Beyond its core distribution business, the company manages the Mist gas storage facility, which holds 5.7 billion cubic feet and is leased to other utilities and third-party energy marketers. It also provides natural gas asset management solutions and maintains an appliance retail outlet. NWN's strategic investments extend to broader gas storage activities, water services, non-regulated renewable natural gas ventures, and other diversified interests. The company currently supplies natural gas to approximately 786,000 meters within its service territories in Oregon and southwest Washington. Additionally, its water operations cater to about 80,000 individuals through roughly 33,000 water and wastewater connections located in the Pacific Northwest and Texas. Founded in 1859, Northwest Natural Holding Company is headquartered in Portland, Oregon.
- Sector
- Utilities
- Industry
- Regulated Gas
- CEO
- Justin Palfreyman