Juniper Networks, Inc. (JNPR) Return on Invested Capital (ROIC): 3.75%
Is Juniper Networks, Inc.’s return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
Juniper Networks, Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) of 3.75% is 25% below its 5-year average of 4.98%, near the low end of its 5-year range (3.75%–6.31%).
The return on invested capital (ROIC) for Juniper Networks, Inc. (JNPR) is 3.75% as of Tuesday, June 9, 2026. It is below its 12-month average by 21.55% (4.78%).
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JNPR Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Metrics
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC)
3.75%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG TTM
4.78%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 3Y
5.09%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 5Y
4.98%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 10Y
4.79%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 15Y
4.88%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 20Y
3.90%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-21.55%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-26.36%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-24.77%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-21.73%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-23.10%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-3.89%
JNPR Competitors' Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Juniper Networks, Inc. (JNPR) | — | 3.75% | 4.78% | 5.09% | 4.98% |
| Unity Software Inc. (U) | $12.42B | -7.17% | -9.97% | -11.50% | -11.84% |
| Trimble Inc. (TRMB) | $12.34B | 6.48% | 5.49% | 5.24% | 6.09% |
| Zebra Technologies Corporation (ZBRA) | $11.16B | 8.81% | 9.24% | 8.49% | 11.27% |
| Skyworks Solutions, Inc. (SWKS) | $11.06B | 6.35% | 6.35% | 9.08% | 12.47% |
| PTC Inc. (PTC) | $15.82B | 14.43% | 11.70% | 9.92% | 9.55% |
| HubSpot, Inc. (HUBS) | $10.13B | 0.31% | -0.05% | -3.75% | -3.62% |
| DocuSign, Inc. (DOCU) | $8.76B | 12.04% | 10.56% | 4.33% | -0.20% |
| Okta, Inc. (OKTA) | $19.93B | 1.88% | 0.68% | -4.02% | -5.54% |
| Akamai Technologies, Inc. (AKAM) | $20.04B | 4.35% | 4.54% | 5.48% | 6.62% |
Capital Efficiency
ROIC
3.8%
ROE
6.0%
Juniper Networks, 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
Juniper Networks, Inc. Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) FAQ
- What is the return on invested capital (ROIC) for Juniper Networks, Inc. (JNPR)?
- The return on invested capital (ROIC) for JNPR stock is 3.75%.
- Is Juniper Networks, Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
- Juniper Networks, Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) of 3.75% is 25% below its 5-year average of 4.98%, near the low end of its 5-year range (3.75%–6.31%).
- What is the TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Juniper Networks, Inc. (JNPR)?
- The TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for JNPR stock is 4.78%.
- What is the 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Juniper Networks, Inc. (JNPR)?
- The 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for JNPR stock is 5.09%.
- What is the 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Juniper Networks, Inc. (JNPR)?
- The 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for JNPR stock is 4.98%.
- What is the 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Juniper Networks, Inc. (JNPR)?
- The 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for JNPR stock is 4.79%.
- What is the 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Juniper Networks, Inc. (JNPR)?
- The 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for JNPR stock is 4.88%.
- What is the 20Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Juniper Networks, Inc. (JNPR)?
- The 20Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for JNPR stock is 3.90%.
Juniper Networks, Inc. Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) History
| DATE | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) |
|---|---|
| 2024-12-31 | 3.75% |
| 2023-12-31 | 5.81% |
| 2022-12-31 | 6.31% |
| 2021-12-31 | 4.50% |
| 2020-12-31 | 4.49% |
| 2019-12-31 | 5.05% |
| 2018-12-31 | 7.27% |
| 2017-12-31 | 3.95% |
| 2016-12-31 | 8.14% |
| 2015-12-31 | 9.53% |
| 2014-12-31 | -6.10% |
| 2013-12-31 | 5.33% |
| 2012-12-31 | 2.34% |
| 2011-12-31 | 5.40% |
| 2010-12-31 | 8.73% |
| 2009-12-31 | 3.52% |
| 2008-12-31 | 7.96% |
| 2007-12-31 | 4.87% |
| 2006-12-31 | -15.10% |
| 2005-12-31 | 4.25% |
| 2004-12-31 | 1.94% |
| 2003-12-31 | 1.79% |
| 2002-12-31 | -5.35% |
| 2001-12-31 | -1.54% |
| 2000-12-31 | 6.61% |
| 1999-12-31 | -3.19% |
| 1998-12-31 | -131.84% |
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About Juniper Networks, Inc.
Juniper Networks, Inc. operates globally, focusing on the design, development, and sale of advanced networking products and associated services. The company's offerings encompass a wide array of routing solutions, such as the ACX series of universal access routers tailored for high-bandwidth service delivery, the MX series Ethernet routers functioning as adaptable edge platforms, and PTX series packet transport routers. They further provide wide-area network (WAN) software-defined networking (SDN) controllers and intelligent session routers. In terms of switching, Juniper furnishes EX series Ethernet switches designed to fulfill the access, aggregation, and core layer networking demands of micro-branches, branch offices, and campus environments. Their portfolio also includes QFX series switches for data center core, spine, and top-of-rack applications, along with Juniper access points that ensure reliable Wi-Fi connectivity and robust performance. For security, their products feature SRX series services gateways, specifically engineered for data center protection. The Branch SRX family offers integrated, next-generation firewall functionalities. Additionally, they provide virtual firewalls that mirror the capabilities of physical firewalls, alongside advanced malware protection, known as Juniper ATP, delivered as a cloud-based service. Beyond hardware, Juniper delivers extensive software solutions, including Junos OS, their network operating system; Contrail Networking, an open-source, standards-based SDN platform; and Mist AI-driven assurance solutions for wired, wireless, and WAN networks to monitor and optimize key metrics. The Mist AI-powered Marvis Virtual Network Assistant is designed to intelligently pinpoint the root causes of issues. For network automation, they offer Juniper Paragon Automation, a modular suite of cloud-native software applications, and Juniper Apstra, which streamlines the entire network lifecycle within a unified system. Furthermore, the company extends various services such as software-as-a-service (SaaS), technical assistance, maintenance, specialized professional services, and comprehensive education and training programs. Juniper distributes its products through diverse channels, including direct sales, distributors, value-added resellers (VARs), and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), serving end-users across cloud, service provider, and enterprise markets. Founded in 1996, Juniper Networks, Inc. is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California.
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- CEO
- Rami Rahim