The Gap, Inc. (GPS) Return on Invested Capital (ROIC): 8.06%
Is The Gap, Inc.’s return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
The Gap, Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) of 8.06% is 40% above its 4-year average of 5.74%, near the high end of its 4-year range (-0.73%–8.91%).
As of Wednesday, June 17, 2026. 5.01% below its 12-month average of 8.48%.
GPS Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Chart
GPS Average Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Chart
GPS Current vs Average Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Chart
GPS Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Metrics
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC)
8.06%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG TTM
8.48%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 3Y
7.70%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 5Y
5.74%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 10Y
7.48%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 15Y
12.01%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 20Y
13.32%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-5.01%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+4.63%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+40.42%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+7.77%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-32.87%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-39.49%
GPS Competitors' Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Gap, Inc. (GPS) | $9.21B | 8.06% | 8.48% | 7.70% | 5.74% |
| GameStop Corp. (GME)vs › | $9.67B | 2.89% | 1.21% | -3.55% | -6.97% |
| CAVA Group, Inc. (CAVA)vs › | $10.17B | 5.73% | 4.87% | -0.27% | -3.61% |
| The Gap, Inc. (GAP)vs › | $7.82B | 8.06% | 8.20% | 5.39% | 3.98% |
| Chewy, Inc. (CHWY)vs › | $7.81B | 16.18% | 15.06% | 9.44% | 3.88% |
| Domino's Pizza, Inc. (DPZ)vs › | $10.68B | 56.73% | 55.41% | 54.15% | 54.54% |
| Wynn Resorts, Limited (WYNN)vs › | $10.76B | 7.73% | 8.77% | 5.86% | 1.69% |
| Wayfair Inc. (W)vs › | $10.98B | 1.30% | -14.72% | -41.74% | -26.30% |
| Etsy, Inc. (ETSY)vs › | $6.96B | 11.51% | 13.73% | 2.22% | 7.33% |
| LKQ Corporation (LKQ)vs › | $6.68B | 6.60% | 6.78% | 8.38% | 8.47% |
Capital Efficiency
ROIC
8.1%
ROE
26.3%
The Gap, 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
The Gap, Inc. Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) FAQ
- What is the return on invested capital (ROIC) for The Gap, Inc. (GPS)?
- The return on invested capital (ROIC) for GPS stock is 8.06%.
- Is The Gap, Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
- The Gap, Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) of 8.06% is 40% above its 4-year average of 5.74%, near the high end of its 4-year range (-0.73%–8.91%).
- What is the TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for The Gap, Inc. (GPS)?
- The TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for GPS stock is 8.48%.
- What is the 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for The Gap, Inc. (GPS)?
- The 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for GPS stock is 7.70%.
- What is the 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for The Gap, Inc. (GPS)?
- The 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for GPS stock is 5.74%.
- What is the 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for The Gap, Inc. (GPS)?
- The 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for GPS stock is 7.48%.
- What is the 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for The Gap, Inc. (GPS)?
- The 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for GPS stock is 12.01%.
- What is the 20Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for The Gap, Inc. (GPS)?
- The 20Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for GPS stock is 13.32%.
The Gap, Inc. Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) History
| DATE | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) |
|---|---|
| 2026-01-31 | 8.06% |
| 2025-02-01 | 8.91% |
| 2024-02-03 | 6.14% |
| 2023-01-28 | -0.73% |
| 2022-01-29 | 6.32% |
| 2021-01-30 | -4.50% |
| 2020-02-01 | 3.35% |
| 2019-02-02 | 17.59% |
| 2018-02-03 | 15.93% |
| 2017-01-28 | 13.72% |
| 2016-01-30 | 17.79% |
| 2015-01-31 | 23.84% |
| 2014-02-01 | 24.21% |
| 2013-02-02 | 23.11% |
| 2012-01-28 | 16.35% |
| 2011-01-29 | 24.04% |
| 2010-01-30 | 18.81% |
| 2009-01-31 | 17.32% |
| 2008-02-02 | 14.63% |
| 2007-02-03 | 11.50% |
| 2006-01-28 | 16.01% |
| 2005-01-29 | 16.41% |
| 2004-01-31 | 13.54% |
| 2003-02-01 | 7.86% |
| 2002-02-02 | -0.19% |
| 2001-02-03 | 17.50% |
| 2000-01-29 | 31.82% |
| 1999-01-30 | 33.30% |
| 1998-01-31 | 21.74% |
| 1997-02-01 | 23.31% |
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About The Gap, Inc.
The Gap, Inc. functions as a prominent global apparel and accessories retailer. The company provides a diverse array of clothing, accessories, and personal care products tailored for men, women, and children, primarily under its renowned brands: Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic, and Athleta. Its extensive product range encompasses essential items like denim, t-shirts, fleece wear, and khakis, along with accessories such as eyewear, jewelry, footwear, handbags, and fragrances. Athleta specifically focuses on women and girls, offering fitness and lifestyle products suitable for activities from yoga and sports to travel and everyday use. The company engages with its customer base through a multifaceted distribution network, which includes its own company-operated retail stores, independently owned franchise locations, various digital e-commerce platforms, collaborations with third-party vendors, and traditional catalog sales. To expand its international presence, The Gap, Inc. has forged franchise agreements, empowering unaffiliated partners to manage Old Navy, Gap, Athleta, and Banana Republic stores and online platforms throughout Asia, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, and Africa. As of December 31, 2021, the company's physical retail footprint consisted of 2,835 company-owned stores and an additional 564 franchised outlets. Established in 1969, The Gap, Inc. maintains its corporate headquarters in San Francisco, California.
- Sector
- Consumer Cyclical
- Industry
- Apparel - Retail
- CEO
- Richard Dickson