Smurfit Westrock Plc (SW) Return on Invested Capital (ROIC): 3.59%
Is Smurfit Westrock Plc’s return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
Smurfit Westrock Plc's return on invested capital (ROIC) of 3.59% is 48% below its 5-year average of 6.85%, near the low end of its 5-year range (1.48%–11.01%).
As of Monday, June 15, 2026. 41.62% above its 12-month average of 2.54%.
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SW Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Metrics
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC)
3.59%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG TTM
2.54%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 3Y
6.03%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 5Y
6.85%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 10Y
7.67%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 15Y
7.37%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 20Y
6.53%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+41.62%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-40.44%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-47.63%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-53.22%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-51.27%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-45.01%
SW Competitors' Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smurfit Westrock Plc (SW) | $22.72B | 3.59% | 2.54% | 6.03% | 6.85% |
| Rivian Automotive, Inc. (RIVN)vs › | $21.06B | -27.94% | -30.63% | -36.01% | -31.54% |
| Ralph Lauren Corporation (RL)vs › | $24.64B | 19.62% | 16.36% | 13.47% | 12.81% |
| Ulta Beauty, Inc. (ULTA)vs › | $20.11B | 22.76% | 24.69% | 27.60% | 23.95% |
| Flutter Entertainment plc (FLUT)vs › | $19.19B | 2.26% | 3.28% | 0.86% | -3.41% |
| International Paper Company (IP)vs › | $19.14B | -7.64% | -2.55% | 2.23% | 2.89% |
| Best Buy Co., Inc. (BBY)vs › | $16.55B | 13.87% | 15.24% | 15.38% | 19.52% |
| Tractor Supply Company (TSCO)vs › | $16.39B | 13.11% | 13.80% | 15.07% | 15.16% |
| Ball Corporation (BALL)vs › | $15.17B | 7.83% | 6.78% | 6.43% | 6.88% |
| DraftKings Inc. (DKNG)vs › | $14.39B | -0.26% | -9.99% | -26.06% | -30.48% |
Capital Efficiency
ROIC
3.6%
ROE
2.1%
Smurfit Westrock Plc 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
Smurfit Westrock Plc Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) FAQ
- What is the return on invested capital (ROIC) for Smurfit Westrock Plc (SW)?
- The return on invested capital (ROIC) for SW stock is 3.59%.
- Is Smurfit Westrock Plc's return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
- Smurfit Westrock Plc's return on invested capital (ROIC) of 3.59% is 48% below its 5-year average of 6.85%, near the low end of its 5-year range (1.48%–11.01%).
- What is the TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Smurfit Westrock Plc (SW)?
- The TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for SW stock is 2.54%.
- What is the 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Smurfit Westrock Plc (SW)?
- The 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for SW stock is 6.03%.
- What is the 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Smurfit Westrock Plc (SW)?
- The 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for SW stock is 6.85%.
- What is the 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Smurfit Westrock Plc (SW)?
- The 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for SW stock is 7.67%.
- What is the 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Smurfit Westrock Plc (SW)?
- The 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for SW stock is 7.37%.
- What is the 20Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Smurfit Westrock Plc (SW)?
- The 20Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for SW stock is 6.53%.
Smurfit Westrock Plc Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) History
| DATE | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 3.59% |
| 2024-12-31 | 1.48% |
| 2023-12-31 | 8.03% |
| 2022-12-31 | 11.01% |
| 2021-12-31 | 9.09% |
| 2020-12-31 | 7.93% |
| 2019-12-31 | 8.00% |
| 2018-12-31 | 13.82% |
| 2017-12-31 | 6.79% |
| 2016-12-31 | 8.05% |
| 2015-12-31 | 6.63% |
| 2014-12-31 | 6.51% |
| 2013-12-31 | 6.46% |
| 2012-12-31 | 7.23% |
| 2011-12-31 | 6.32% |
| 2010-12-31 | 3.53% |
| 2009-12-31 | 3.99% |
| 2008-12-31 | 4.22% |
| 2007-12-31 | 7.85% |
| 2006-12-31 | 3.24% |
| 2005-12-31 | 3.34% |
| 2004-12-31 | 5.95% |
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About Smurfit Westrock Plc
Smurfit Westrock Plc, operating through its various group entities, is dedicated to the creation, supply, and sale of a wide array of paper-based packaging solutions across Ireland and globally. The company primarily produces containerboard, which it either transforms into corrugated containers for its own use or distributes to other businesses. Its extensive product range also features diverse paper types, including board for consumer packaging, sack paper, graphic paper, and both solid and graphic board. Beyond these materials, Smurfit Westrock offers a comprehensive selection of paper-based packaging items, such as consumer packaging, robust solid board packaging, paper sacks, and unique options like bag-in-box systems. The firm further manufactures linerboard, corrugated medium, various grades of paperboard, and non-packaging paper. Additionally, it develops converted products like folding cartons and corrugated boxes, alongside other goods. A key aspect of their operations involves creating packaging from recycled paper, and they also provide packaging machinery. Smurfit Westrock primarily caters to a broad clientele across sectors such as food and beverage, online retail, general commerce, consumer products, industrial applications, and the foodservice industry. The company was established in 1934 and is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland.
- Sector
- Consumer Cyclical
- Industry
- Packaging & Containers
- CEO
- Anthony Paul J. Smurfit