Oracle Corporation (ORCL) Return on Invested Capital (ROIC): 10.86%
Is Oracle Corporation’s return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
Oracle Corporation's return on invested capital (ROIC) of 10.86% is in line with its 5-year average of 11.30%, near the low end of its 5-year range (10.26%–13.21%).
The return on invested capital (ROIC) for Oracle Corporation (ORCL) is 10.86% as of Wednesday, June 10, 2026. It is below its 12-month average by 1.90% (11.07%).
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ORCL Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Metrics
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC)
10.86%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG TTM
11.07%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 3Y
10.74%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 5Y
11.30%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 10Y
10.31%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 15Y
11.84%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 20Y
12.80%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-1.90%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+1.07%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-3.88%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+5.33%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-8.31%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-15.17%
ORCL Competitors' Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oracle Corporation (ORCL) | $586.87B | 10.86% | 11.07% | 10.74% | 11.30% |
| Intel Corporation (INTC) | $536.12B | 0.00% | -3.55% | -1.38% | 1.34% |
| Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) | $470.05B | 11.66% | 11.23% | 13.98% | 13.96% |
| Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD) | $739.38B | 5.40% | 3.95% | 2.65% | 9.51% |
| Lam Research Corporation (LRCX) | $400.88B | 34.00% | 29.55% | 30.13% | 32.11% |
| Applied Materials, Inc. (AMAT) | $396.67B | 21.96% | 23.89% | 27.74% | 28.32% |
| Arm Holdings plc American Depositary Shares (ARM) | $328.47B | 7.31% | 8.79% | 7.17% | 6.68% |
| Palantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR) | $298.97B | 17.95% | 11.73% | 5.20% | -8.29% |
| KLA Corporation (KLAC) | $279.96B | 38.11% | 32.67% | 33.86% | 30.57% |
| International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) | $257.57B | 8.57% | 8.87% | 8.41% | 7.28% |
Capital Efficiency
ROIC
10.9%
ROE
42.1%
Oracle Corporation 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
Oracle Corporation Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) FAQ
- What is the return on invested capital (ROIC) for Oracle Corporation (ORCL)?
- The return on invested capital (ROIC) for ORCL stock is 10.86%.
- Is Oracle Corporation's return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
- Oracle Corporation's return on invested capital (ROIC) of 10.86% is in line with its 5-year average of 11.30%, near the low end of its 5-year range (10.26%–13.21%).
- What is the TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Oracle Corporation (ORCL)?
- The TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for ORCL stock is 11.07%.
- What is the 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Oracle Corporation (ORCL)?
- The 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for ORCL stock is 10.74%.
- What is the 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Oracle Corporation (ORCL)?
- The 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for ORCL stock is 11.30%.
- What is the 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Oracle Corporation (ORCL)?
- The 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for ORCL stock is 10.31%.
- What is the 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Oracle Corporation (ORCL)?
- The 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for ORCL stock is 11.84%.
- What is the 20Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Oracle Corporation (ORCL)?
- The 20Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for ORCL stock is 12.80%.
Oracle Corporation Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) History
| DATE | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) |
|---|---|
| 2025-05-31 | 10.86% |
| 2024-05-31 | 11.28% |
| 2023-05-31 | 10.58% |
| 2022-05-31 | 10.26% |
| 2021-05-31 | 13.21% |
| 2020-05-31 | 11.60% |
| 2019-05-31 | 12.93% |
| 2018-05-31 | 3.12% |
| 2017-05-31 | 8.66% |
| 2016-05-31 | 9.93% |
| 2015-05-31 | 10.99% |
| 2014-05-31 | 15.23% |
| 2013-05-31 | 16.46% |
| 2012-05-31 | 16.02% |
| 2011-05-31 | 14.90% |
| 2010-05-31 | 13.48% |
| 2009-05-31 | 15.13% |
| 2008-05-31 | 14.46% |
| 2007-05-31 | 16.07% |
| 2006-05-31 | 14.96% |
| 2005-05-31 | 18.71% |
| 2004-05-31 | 30.89% |
| 2003-05-31 | 32.82% |
| 2002-05-31 | 34.07% |
| 2001-05-31 | 34.23% |
| 2000-05-31 | 26.54% |
| 1999-05-31 | 28.90% |
| 1998-05-31 | 22.84% |
| 1997-05-31 | 29.88% |
| 1996-05-31 | 31.12% |
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About Oracle Corporation
Oracle Corporation, a global technology giant, provides a comprehensive suite of enterprise information technology solutions worldwide. A core part of its portfolio comprises cloud-based software-as-a-service (SaaS) applications, including the Oracle Fusion Cloud suite covering enterprise resource planning (ERP), enterprise performance management (EPM), supply chain and manufacturing management (SCM), and human capital management (HCM). This also extends to specialized offerings like Oracle Advertising, the NetSuite application suite, and Oracle Fusion solutions for Sales, Service, and Marketing. Beyond these, Oracle develops cloud solutions tailored for various specific industries, alongside traditional application licenses and comprehensive license support services. Furthermore, the company's robust cloud and licensing business is underpinned by its infrastructure technologies. These include the flagship Oracle Database, the widely adopted Java programming language, and various middleware components such as development tools. Its advanced cloud infrastructure provides compute, storage, and networking capabilities, complemented by innovative services like the Oracle Autonomous Database, MySQL HeatWave, Internet-of-Things (IoT) platforms, digital assistants, and blockchain technology. Oracle also offers a range of hardware products and associated software. This encompasses Oracle engineered systems, enterprise servers, storage solutions, and specialized hardware for particular industries. Additionally, it provides virtualization software, operating systems, management software, and related hardware support. Complementing its product lines, Oracle delivers expert consulting and dedicated customer services. The company employs a direct sales model, reaching businesses across diverse sectors, government bodies, and educational institutions globally, while also leveraging an extensive network of indirect channels. Established in 1977, Oracle Corporation maintains its corporate headquarters in Austin, Texas.
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- Michael D. Sicilia