Trinity Industries, Inc. (TRN) Return on Invested Capital (ROIC): 3.46%
Is Trinity Industries, Inc.’s return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
Trinity Industries, Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) of 3.46% is 19% above its 5-year average of 2.91%, near the high end of its 5-year range (-0.90%–4.72%).
As of Saturday, June 13, 2026. 14.36% below its 12-month average of 4.04%.
TRN Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Chart
TRN Average Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Chart
TRN Current vs Average Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Chart
TRN Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Metrics
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC)
3.46%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG TTM
4.04%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 3Y
4.00%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 5Y
2.91%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 10Y
4.28%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 15Y
5.02%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 20Y
5.25%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-14.36%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-13.45%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+18.90%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-19.24%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-31.12%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-34.11%
TRN Competitors' Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity Industries, Inc. (TRN) | $2.76B | 3.46% | 4.04% | 4.00% | 2.91% |
| Werner Enterprises, Inc. (WERN) | $2.64B | 2.71% | 2.31% | 4.45% | 6.00% |
| Teekay Tankers Ltd. (TNK) | $2.61B | 10.11% | 15.22% | 18.77% | 11.67% |
| Enerpac Tool Group Corp. (EPAC) | $1.85B | 15.12% | 14.71% | 10.99% | 8.84% |
| Preformed Line Products Company (PLPC) | $1.84B | 7.78% | 7.78% | 9.77% | 9.23% |
| Ameresco, Inc. (AMRC) | $1.49B | 3.52% | 3.34% | 3.61% | 4.10% |
| T1 Energy Inc (TE) | $1.48B | -17.75% | -11.79% | -12.22% | -22.07% |
| Kforce Inc. (KFRC) | $891.60M | 14.55% | 17.73% | 23.02% | 21.85% |
| Ampco-Pittsburgh Corporation (AP) | $240.46M | 1.59% | 1.47% | -0.96% | -0.54% |
| SCHMID Group N.V. Class A Ordinary Shares (SHMD) | $231.68M | -25.91% | -36.75% | 0.65% | -0.80% |
Capital Efficiency
ROIC
3.5%
ROE
23.7%
Trinity Industries, 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
Trinity Industries, Inc. Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) FAQ
- What is the return on invested capital (ROIC) for Trinity Industries, Inc. (TRN)?
- The return on invested capital (ROIC) for TRN stock is 3.46%.
- Is Trinity Industries, Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
- Trinity Industries, Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) of 3.46% is 19% above its 5-year average of 2.91%, near the high end of its 5-year range (-0.90%–4.72%).
- What is the TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Trinity Industries, Inc. (TRN)?
- The TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for TRN stock is 4.04%.
- What is the 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Trinity Industries, Inc. (TRN)?
- The 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for TRN stock is 4.00%.
- What is the 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Trinity Industries, Inc. (TRN)?
- The 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for TRN stock is 2.91%.
- What is the 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Trinity Industries, Inc. (TRN)?
- The 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for TRN stock is 4.28%.
- What is the 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Trinity Industries, Inc. (TRN)?
- The 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for TRN stock is 5.02%.
- What is the 20Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Trinity Industries, Inc. (TRN)?
- The 20Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for TRN stock is 5.25%.
Trinity Industries, Inc. Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) History
| DATE | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 3.46% |
| 2024-12-31 | 4.62% |
| 2023-12-31 | 4.72% |
| 2022-12-31 | 3.19% |
| 2021-12-31 | 2.37% |
| 2020-12-31 | -0.90% |
| 2019-12-31 | 3.29% |
| 2018-12-31 | 3.06% |
| 2017-12-31 | 6.15% |
| 2016-12-31 | 5.51% |
| 2015-12-31 | 11.66% |
| 2014-12-31 | 10.79% |
| 2013-12-31 | 7.58% |
| 2012-12-31 | 6.36% |
| 2011-12-31 | 4.75% |
| 2010-12-31 | 3.76% |
| 2009-12-31 | -0.68% |
| 2008-12-31 | 7.14% |
| 2007-12-31 | 9.68% |
| 2006-12-31 | 8.54% |
| 2005-12-31 | 5.23% |
| 2004-12-31 | 0.51% |
| 2003-12-31 | 0.61% |
| 2002-12-31 | 0.56% |
| 2001-03-31 | -2.89% |
| 2000-03-31 | 12.34% |
| 1999-03-31 | 12.96% |
| 1998-03-31 | 12.62% |
| 1997-03-31 | 12.27% |
| 1996-03-31 | 12.58% |
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About Trinity Industries, Inc.
Trinity Industries, Inc. operates in North America, providing railway transportation solutions under its TrinityRail brand. The company is organized into two main divisions: Railcar Leasing and Management Services, and Rail Products. The Railcar Leasing and Management Services group focuses on leasing freight and tank railcars, overseeing railcar leases on behalf of third-party investors, and offering comprehensive fleet maintenance and management. As of December 31, 2021, this segment managed a fleet of 106,970 railcars, which it either owned or leased. Its customers are industrial shippers and railroad companies across various sectors, including agriculture, construction and metals, consumer goods, energy, and refined products and chemicals. Conversely, the Rail Products Group manufactures freight and tank railcars designed for transporting diverse liquids, gases, and dry cargo. This division also provides railcar maintenance and modification services. Its clientele includes railroads, leasing businesses, and industrial shippers in the same key markets: agriculture, construction and metals, consumer products, energy, and refined products and chemicals. Trinity Industries distributes its offerings via both its internal sales teams and independent representatives. Established in 1933, the company maintains its headquarters in Dallas, Texas.
- Sector
- Industrials
- Industry
- Railroads
- CEO
- E. Jean Savage