Return on Assets (ROA): 5.85%
Is the return on assets (ROA) high or low?
The return on assets (ROA) of 5.85% is in line with its 5-year average of 5.55%, around the middle of its 5-year range (4.44%–6.74%).
As of Saturday, June 27, 2026. 9.24% above its 12-month average of 5.36%.
EFX Return on Assets (ROA) Chart
Annual fiscal-year return on assets; no daily interpolation.
EFX Average Return on Assets (ROA) Chart
EFX Current vs Average Return on Assets (ROA) Chart
EFX Return on Assets (ROA) Metrics
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA)
5.85%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG TTM
5.36%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 3Y
5.29%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 5Y
5.55%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 10Y
5.25%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 15Y
6.58%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 20Y
6.74%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+9.24%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+10.48%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+5.31%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+11.37%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-11.09%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-13.25%
EFX Competitors' Return on Assets (ROA)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Equifax Inc. (EFX) | $19.12B | 5.85% | 5.36% | 5.29% | 5.55% |
| Lennox International Inc. (LII)vs › | $19.48B | 18.24% | 21.25% | 20.74% | 20.31% |
| Fortive Corporation (FTV)vs › | $18.66B | 4.69% | 4.91% | 4.92% | 5.57% |
| RBC Bearings Incorporated (RBC)vs › | $19.94B | 5.61% | 5.43% | 4.72% | 4.39% |
| BWX Technologies, Inc. (BWXT)vs › | $18.21B | 7.97% | 8.77% | 8.89% | 9.99% |
| Snap-on Incorporated (SNA)vs › | $20.57B | 12.02% | 12.09% | 12.90% | 12.79% |
| Expeditors International of Washington, Inc. (EXPD)vs › | $20.97B | 17.50% | 16.84% | 18.65% | 17.89% |
| C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. (CHRW)vs › | $21.14B | 11.44% | 10.20% | 10.61% | 10.71% |
| IDEX Corporation (IEX)vs › | $16.82B | 7.34% | 7.24% | 8.82% | 8.83% |
| WESCO International, Inc. (WCC)vs › | $16.79B | 3.98% | 4.32% | 4.88% | 4.01% |
Asset Efficiency
ROA
5.8%
ROE
15.4%
Return on Assets (ROA) Formula & Definition
ROA = Net Income / Total Assets
Return on assets measures how efficiently a company generates profit from its total assets.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Return on Assets (ROA) FAQ
- What is the return on assets (ROA) for Equifax Inc. (EFX)?
- The return on assets (ROA) for EFX stock is 5.85%.
- Is Equifax Inc.'s return on assets (ROA) high or low?
- The return on assets (ROA) of 5.85% is in line with its 5-year average of 5.55%, around the middle of its 5-year range (4.44%–6.74%).
- What is the TTM average return on assets (ROA) for Equifax Inc. (EFX)?
- The TTM average return on assets (ROA) for EFX stock is 5.36%.
- What is the 3Y average return on assets (ROA) for Equifax Inc. (EFX)?
- The 3Y average return on assets (ROA) for EFX stock is 5.29%.
- What is the 5Y average return on assets (ROA) for Equifax Inc. (EFX)?
- The 5Y average return on assets (ROA) for EFX stock is 5.55%.
- What is the 10Y average return on assets (ROA) for Equifax Inc. (EFX)?
- The 10Y average return on assets (ROA) for EFX stock is 5.25%.
- What is the 15Y average return on assets (ROA) for Equifax Inc. (EFX)?
- The 15Y average return on assets (ROA) for EFX stock is 6.58%.
- What is the 20Y average return on assets (ROA) for Equifax Inc. (EFX)?
- The 20Y average return on assets (ROA) for EFX stock is 6.74%.
EFX Return on Assets (ROA) History
| DATE | RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 5.57% |
| 2024-12-31 | 5.14% |
| 2023-12-31 | 4.44% |
| 2022-12-31 | 6.03% |
| 2021-12-31 | 6.74% |
| 2020-12-31 | 5.41% |
| 2019-12-31 | -4.86% |
| 2018-12-31 | 4.34% |
| 2017-12-31 | 8.12% |
| 2016-12-31 | 7.33% |
| 2015-12-31 | 9.52% |
| 2014-12-31 | 7.86% |
| 2013-12-31 | 7.75% |
| 2012-12-31 | 6.03% |
| 2011-12-31 | 6.64% |
| 2010-12-31 | 7.77% |
| 2009-12-31 | 6.59% |
| 2008-12-31 | 8.37% |
| 2007-12-31 | 7.74% |
| 2006-12-31 | 15.33% |
| 2005-12-31 | 13.46% |
| 2004-12-31 | 15.07% |
| 2003-12-31 | 10.62% |
| 2002-12-31 | 11.81% |
| 2001-12-31 | 8.61% |
| 2000-12-31 | 11.02% |
| 1999-12-31 | 11.73% |
| 1998-12-31 | 10.58% |
| 1997-12-31 | 15.61% |
| 1996-12-31 | 13.63% |
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About Equifax Inc.
Equifax Inc. operates as a global data and analytics company, delivering a range of information solutions and specialized human resources administrative process outsourcing services. Its clientele spans across businesses, governmental organizations, and individual consumers. The company's operations are structured into three primary divisions: Workforce Solutions, U.S. Information Solutions (USIS), and International. The Workforce Solutions segment specializes in employment-related data, offering verification services for income, employment history, criminal records, and Social Security numbers. It also provides tools for payroll-based transactions, employment tax management, and products aimed at protecting against identity theft. The U.S. Information Solutions (USIS) segment provides a comprehensive suite of services for both consumers and businesses within the United States. These offerings include extensive credit data and scoring, sophisticated credit modeling and portfolio analytics, identity verification and fraud detection/prevention services, and various consulting options. Additionally, USIS supports mortgage services, financial marketing initiatives, identity management solutions, credit monitoring products, and online decisioning technology solutions, alongside portfolio management and mortgage reporting services. Globally, the International segment delivers similar information service products, encompassing consumer and commercial credit and financial data, credit scoring, and advanced modeling. This division also provides credit-related marketing products and services, as well as technology and support for debt collection and recovery management. Equifax serves a diverse array of industries, including financial services, mortgage, employment, telecommunications, retail, automotive, utilities, brokerage, healthcare, and insurance, in addition to federal, state, and local governments. With a substantial international presence, the company conducts business in numerous countries, including the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, India, the United Kingdom, Spain, Portugal, Argentina, Brazil, Mexico, and many other nations across Latin America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. Founded in 1899, Equifax maintains its corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia.
- Sector
- Industrials
- Industry
- Consulting Services
- CEO
- Mark W. Begor