Return on Invested Capital (ROIC): -13.25%
Is the return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
The return on invested capital (ROIC) of -13.25% is 11% above its 5-year average of -14.91%, around the middle of its 5-year range (-26.58%–-4.75%).
As of Saturday, June 27, 2026. 24.74% above its 12-month average of -17.61%.
AMBA Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Chart
Annual fiscal-year return on invested capital; no daily interpolation.
AMBA Average Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Chart
AMBA Current vs Average Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Chart
AMBA Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Metrics
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC)
-13.25%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG TTM
-17.61%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 3Y
-18.15%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 5Y
-14.91%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 10Y
-6.45%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 15Y
2.13%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 20Y
N/A
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+24.74%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+26.99%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+11.12%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-105.31%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-721.34%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
N/A
AMBA Competitors' Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ambarella, Inc. (AMBA) | $2.73B | -13.25% | -17.61% | -18.15% | -14.91% |
| AXT, Inc. (AXTI)vs › | $3.25B | -5.41% | -5.07% | -3.35% | -1.39% |
| Ichor Holdings, Ltd. (ICHR)vs › | $3.28B | -4.73% | -2.80% | 0.50% | 3.01% |
| ZoomInfo Technologies Inc. (ZI)vs › | $3.42B | 2.48% | 2.02% | 1.51% | 1.59% |
| Bill.com Holdings, Inc. (BILL)vs › | $3.54B | -1.11% | -2.25% | -3.68% | -3.60% |
| Keel Infrastructure Corp. (KEEL)vs › | $3.64B | -12.00% | -12.71% | -32.07% | -22.71% |
| monday.com Ltd. (MNDY)vs › | $3.76B | -0.12% | -0.93% | -4.84% | -72.08% |
| C3.ai, Inc. (AI)vs › | $1.26B | -68.71% | -52.41% | -42.17% | -32.24% |
| POET Technologies Inc. (POET)vs › | $1.25B | -17.74% | -62.69% | -166.47% | -151.85% |
| EPAM Systems, Inc. (EPAM)vs › | $4.22B | 9.82% | 10.25% | 11.31% | 12.79% |
Capital Efficiency
ROIC
-13.3%
ROE
-11.5%
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
Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) FAQ
- What is the return on invested capital (ROIC) for Ambarella, Inc. (AMBA)?
- The return on invested capital (ROIC) for AMBA stock is -13.25%.
- Is Ambarella, Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
- The return on invested capital (ROIC) of -13.25% is 11% above its 5-year average of -14.91%, around the middle of its 5-year range (-26.58%–-4.75%).
- What is the TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Ambarella, Inc. (AMBA)?
- The TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for AMBA stock is -17.61%.
- What is the 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Ambarella, Inc. (AMBA)?
- The 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for AMBA stock is -18.15%.
- What is the 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Ambarella, Inc. (AMBA)?
- The 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for AMBA stock is -14.91%.
- What is the 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Ambarella, Inc. (AMBA)?
- The 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for AMBA stock is -6.45%.
- What is the 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Ambarella, Inc. (AMBA)?
- The 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for AMBA stock is 2.13%.
AMBA Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) History
| DATE | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) |
|---|---|
| 2026-01-31 | -13.25% |
| 2025-01-31 | -21.96% |
| 2024-01-31 | -26.58% |
| 2023-01-31 | -10.80% |
| 2022-01-31 | -4.75% |
| 2021-01-31 | -12.11% |
| 2020-01-31 | -10.38% |
| 2019-01-31 | -8.33% |
| 2018-01-31 | 3.63% |
| 2017-01-31 | 12.52% |
| 2016-01-31 | 21.02% |
| 2015-01-31 | 21.11% |
| 2014-01-31 | 16.26% |
| 2013-01-31 | 15.88% |
| 2012-01-31 | 16.84% |
| 2011-01-31 | 35.02% |
| 2010-01-31 | 54.42% |
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About Ambarella, Inc.
Ambarella, Inc. is a global semiconductor company specializing in advanced video processing technology. They develop chips that facilitate high-definition (HD) and ultra-HD (UHD) video compression, sophisticated image manipulation, and cutting-edge deep learning capabilities. Their core offering comprises highly integrated system-on-a-chip (SoC) designs. These single-chip solutions seamlessly combine HD video and image processing, artificial intelligence (AI) computer vision, audio processing, and various system functions, resulting in superior video and image clarity, distinct features, and efficient power usage. Ambarella's technology finds broad application across diverse markets. In the automotive sector, their chips power devices like vehicle dashcams, digital rearview mirrors, advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) cameras, interior and driver monitoring systems, and central domain controllers for self-driving vehicles. Beyond automotive, their solutions are crucial for professional and residential IP security cameras, various robotics and industrial applications (including identification, authentication, robotic products, and sensing), and a wide range of consumer products. The consumer segment encompasses wearable cameras, sports action cameras, social media devices, aerial drones, video conferencing equipment, and virtual reality systems. The company distributes its semiconductor solutions to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and original design manufacturers (ODMs) through a combination of its direct sales team and a network of distributors. Established in 2004, Ambarella, Inc. is headquartered in Santa Clara, California.
- Sector
- Technology
- Industry
- Semiconductors
- CEO
- Feng-Ming Wang