Exxon Mobil Corporation (XOM) Return on Invested Capital (ROIC): 6.34%
Is Exxon Mobil Corporation’s return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
Exxon Mobil Corporation's return on invested capital (ROIC) of 6.34% is in line with its 5-year average of 6.29%, around the middle of its 5-year range (-7.99%–15.77%).
As of Sunday, June 14, 2026. 7.24% below its 12-month average of 6.83%.
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XOM Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Metrics
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC)
6.34%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG TTM
6.83%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 3Y
9.86%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 5Y
6.29%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 10Y
4.94%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 15Y
6.41%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 20Y
10.00%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-7.24%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-35.68%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+0.71%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+28.34%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-1.04%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-36.59%
XOM Competitors' Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exxon Mobil Corporation (XOM) | $609.33B | 6.34% | 6.83% | 9.86% | 6.29% |
| Chevron Corporation (CVX) | $372.87B | 3.59% | 6.01% | 8.84% | 6.41% |
| ConocoPhillips (COP) | $142.52B | 6.72% | 7.22% | 11.71% | 9.00% |
| Canadian Natural Resources Limited (CNQ) | $94.48B | 7.95% | 12.09% | 13.42% | 10.69% |
| SLB N.V. (SLB) | $83.99B | 10.34% | 12.04% | 11.73% | 9.77% |
| Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC) | $76.95B | 7.03% | 7.14% | 12.45% | 6.94% |
| Valero Energy Corporation (VLO) | $76.81B | 7.12% | 6.89% | 15.02% | 10.37% |
| EOG Resources, Inc. (EOG) | $72.78B | 58.12% | 36.44% | 28.12% | 20.84% |
| Phillips 66 (PSX) | $71.95B | 4.75% | 3.97% | 7.78% | 5.11% |
| ONEOK, Inc. (OKE) | $57.07B | 8.62% | 7.46% | 8.21% | 8.27% |
Capital Efficiency
ROIC
6.3%
ROE
9.9%
Exxon Mobil 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
Exxon Mobil Corporation Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) FAQ
- What is the return on invested capital (ROIC) for Exxon Mobil Corporation (XOM)?
- The return on invested capital (ROIC) for XOM stock is 6.34%.
- Is Exxon Mobil Corporation's return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
- Exxon Mobil Corporation's return on invested capital (ROIC) of 6.34% is in line with its 5-year average of 6.29%, around the middle of its 5-year range (-7.99%–15.77%).
- What is the TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Exxon Mobil Corporation (XOM)?
- The TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for XOM stock is 6.83%.
- What is the 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Exxon Mobil Corporation (XOM)?
- The 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for XOM stock is 9.86%.
- What is the 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Exxon Mobil Corporation (XOM)?
- The 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for XOM stock is 6.29%.
- What is the 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Exxon Mobil Corporation (XOM)?
- The 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for XOM stock is 4.94%.
- What is the 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Exxon Mobil Corporation (XOM)?
- The 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for XOM stock is 6.41%.
- What is the 20Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Exxon Mobil Corporation (XOM)?
- The 20Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for XOM stock is 10.00%.
Exxon Mobil Corporation Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) History
| DATE | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 6.34% |
| 2024-12-31 | 7.33% |
| 2023-12-31 | 9.99% |
| 2022-12-31 | 15.77% |
| 2021-12-31 | 6.33% |
| 2020-12-31 | -7.99% |
| 2019-12-31 | 2.95% |
| 2018-12-31 | 5.00% |
| 2017-12-31 | 4.47% |
| 2016-12-31 | 0.93% |
| 2015-12-31 | 3.22% |
| 2014-12-31 | 7.34% |
| 2013-12-31 | 8.03% |
| 2012-12-31 | 11.05% |
| 2011-12-31 | 11.93% |
| 2010-12-31 | 9.82% |
| 2009-12-31 | 8.67% |
| 2008-12-31 | 22.62% |
| 2007-12-31 | 19.70% |
| 2006-12-31 | 33.92% |
| 2005-12-31 | 22.54% |
| 2004-12-31 | 16.84% |
| 2003-12-31 | 26.44% |
| 2002-12-31 | 20.65% |
| 2001-12-31 | 25.46% |
| 2000-12-31 | 25.96% |
| 1999-12-31 | 5.86% |
| 1998-12-31 | 4.67% |
| 1997-12-31 | 12.79% |
| 1996-12-31 | 8.07% |
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About Exxon Mobil Corporation
Exxon Mobil Corporation is a global energy firm that undertakes the exploration and extraction of oil and natural gas resources across its domestic operations and international territories. The company organizes its vast activities into three primary divisions: Upstream, Downstream, and Chemical. Beyond resource acquisition, Exxon Mobil is deeply engaged in the manufacturing, commercial trading, logistical transportation, and marketing of crude oil, natural gas, refined petroleum goods, a wide array of petrochemicals (including olefins, polyolefins, and aromatics), and other specialized chemical products. Furthermore, the company is actively developing solutions in carbon capture and storage, hydrogen, and biofuels. As of December 31, 2021, the corporation maintained approximately 20,528 net operational wells with verified reserves. Founded in 1870, Exxon Mobil's corporate headquarters are located in Irving, Texas.
- Sector
- Energy
- Industry
- Oil & Gas Integrated
- CEO
- Darren W. Woods