Lululemon Athletica Inc. (LULU) Return on Invested Capital (ROIC): 22.70%
Is Lululemon Athletica Inc.’s return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
Lululemon Athletica Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) of 22.70% is in line with its 5-year average of 24.88%, around the middle of its 5-year range (19.71%–29.23%).
The return on invested capital (ROIC) for Lululemon Athletica Inc. (LULU) is 22.70% as of Wednesday, June 10, 2026. It is below its 12-month average by 12.57% (25.96%).
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LULU Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Metrics
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC)
22.70%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG TTM
25.96%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 3Y
26.18%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 5Y
24.88%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 10Y
23.09%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 15Y
23.90%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 20Y
24.02%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-12.57%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-13.29%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-8.78%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-1.67%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-5.01%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-5.51%
LULU Competitors' Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lululemon Athletica Inc. (LULU) | — | 22.70% | 25.96% | 26.18% | 24.88% |
| DraftKings Inc. (DKNG) | $13.69B | -0.26% | -9.99% | -26.06% | -30.48% |
| NIO Inc. (NIO) | $12.45B | -26.94% | -32.85% | -31.27% | -23.84% |
| Best Buy Co., Inc. (BBY) | $15.99B | 13.87% | 15.24% | 15.38% | 19.52% |
| Domino's Pizza, Inc. (DPZ) | $10.57B | 56.73% | 55.41% | 54.15% | 54.54% |
| GameStop Corp. (GME) | $10.08B | 2.89% | 1.21% | -3.55% | -6.97% |
| CAVA Group, Inc. (CAVA) | $9.38B | 5.73% | 4.87% | -0.27% | -3.61% |
| International Paper Company (IP) | $18.07B | -7.64% | -2.55% | 2.23% | 2.89% |
| Wayfair Inc. (W) | $9.22B | 1.30% | -14.72% | -41.74% | -26.30% |
| The Gap, Inc. (GPS) | $9.21B | 8.06% | 8.48% | 7.70% | 5.74% |
Capital Efficiency
ROIC
22.7%
ROE
30.3%
Lululemon Athletica 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.
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Lululemon Athletica Inc. Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) FAQ
- What is the return on invested capital (ROIC) for Lululemon Athletica Inc. (LULU)?
- The return on invested capital (ROIC) for LULU stock is 22.70%.
- Is Lululemon Athletica Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
- Lululemon Athletica Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) of 22.70% is in line with its 5-year average of 24.88%, around the middle of its 5-year range (19.71%–29.23%).
- What is the TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Lululemon Athletica Inc. (LULU)?
- The TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for LULU stock is 25.96%.
- What is the 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Lululemon Athletica Inc. (LULU)?
- The 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for LULU stock is 26.18%.
- What is the 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Lululemon Athletica Inc. (LULU)?
- The 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for LULU stock is 24.88%.
- What is the 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Lululemon Athletica Inc. (LULU)?
- The 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for LULU stock is 23.09%.
- What is the 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Lululemon Athletica Inc. (LULU)?
- The 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for LULU stock is 23.90%.
- What is the 20Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Lululemon Athletica Inc. (LULU)?
- The 20Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for LULU stock is 24.02%.
Lululemon Athletica Inc. Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) History
| DATE | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) |
|---|---|
| 2026-02-01 | 22.70% |
| 2025-02-02 | 29.23% |
| 2024-01-28 | 26.61% |
| 2023-01-29 | 19.71% |
| 2022-01-30 | 26.17% |
| 2021-01-31 | 16.99% |
| 2020-02-02 | 22.93% |
| 2019-02-03 | 30.14% |
| 2018-01-28 | 15.03% |
| 2017-01-29 | 21.34% |
| 2016-01-31 | 24.48% |
| 2015-02-01 | 20.65% |
| 2014-02-02 | 24.25% |
| 2013-02-03 | 29.19% |
| 2012-01-29 | 29.05% |
| 2011-01-30 | 29.06% |
| 2010-01-31 | 23.40% |
| 2009-02-01 | 24.01% |
| 2008-02-03 | 26.47% |
| 2007-01-31 | 19.07% |
| 2006-01-31 | 4.69% |
| 2005-01-31 | 0.00% |
| 2004-01-31 | 175.75% |
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About Lululemon Athletica Inc.
Lululemon Athletica Inc., alongside its subsidiaries, specializes in the design, global distribution, and retail of athletic apparel and accessories for both women and men. Its business operations are structured into two main divisions: company-owned retail establishments and direct-to-consumer sales. The firm's offerings encompass a range of clothing such as pants, shorts, tops, and jackets, all crafted for promoting a healthy lifestyle and facilitating athletic endeavors. These activities span yoga, running, training, and other physically demanding pursuits. Beyond apparel, Lululemon also supplies fitness-related accessories and a selection of footwear. Customers can acquire Lululemon products through numerous channels. These include a global network of corporate-managed stores, outlet locations, and seasonal warehouse sales. The company also sells through an interactive digital workout platform and via wholesale partnerships with entities like yoga studios, health clubs, and fitness centers. Further sales occur through temporary pop-up shops, as well as various licensing and supply agreements. A significant portion of sales is conducted directly with consumers through dedicated mobile applications and its primary e-commerce website, lululemon.com. By January 30, 2022, Lululemon boasted 574 stores operating under its brand name across numerous international markets. These markets span the United States, Canada, the People's Republic of China, Australia, the United Kingdom, Japan, New Zealand, Germany, South Korea, Singapore, France, Malaysia, Sweden, Ireland, the Netherlands, Norway, and Switzerland. Founded in 1998, Lululemon Athletica Inc. maintains its corporate base in Vancouver, Canada.
- Sector
- Consumer Cyclical
- Industry
- Apparel - Retail
- CEO
- Meghan C. Frank