Return on Invested Capital (ROIC): 5.13%
Is the return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
The return on invested capital (ROIC) of 5.13% is 21% below its 5-year average of 6.45%, near the low end of its 5-year range (4.69%–9.44%).
As of Friday, June 26, 2026. 29.58% below its 12-month average of 7.29%.
MDLZ Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Chart
Annual fiscal-year return on invested capital; no daily interpolation.
MDLZ Average Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Chart
MDLZ Current vs Average Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Chart
MDLZ Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Metrics
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC)
5.13%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG TTM
7.29%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 3Y
6.73%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 5Y
6.45%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 10Y
6.98%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 15Y
5.64%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 20Y
5.50%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-29.58%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-23.75%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-20.51%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-26.49%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-9.11%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-6.70%
MDLZ Competitors' Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mondelez International, Inc. (MDLZ) | $78.90B | 5.13% | 7.29% | 6.73% | 6.45% |
| Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL)vs › | $73.67B | 30.34% | 30.45% | 27.00% | 26.68% |
| Target Corporation (TGT)vs › | $63.69B | 9.76% | 10.43% | 10.92% | 12.67% |
| Monster Beverage Corporation (MNST)vs › | $94.26B | 21.74% | 21.92% | 19.60% | 20.74% |
| Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (KDP)vs › | $45.44B | 5.62% | 5.39% | 5.34% | 5.09% |
| Sysco Corporation (SYY)vs › | $39.60B | 13.03% | 14.02% | 14.34% | 13.24% |
| Archer-Daniels-Midland Company (ADM)vs › | $37.01B | 3.51% | 4.01% | 6.61% | 6.37% |
| Kenvue Inc. (KVUE)vs › | $36.73B | 8.80% | 7.53% | 8.07% | 6.17% |
| The Hershey Company (HSY)vs › | $36.33B | 9.00% | 16.36% | 18.98% | 19.07% |
| Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB)vs › | $36.30B | 17.41% | 21.58% | 19.60% | 19.53% |
Capital Efficiency
ROIC
5.1%
ROE
10.1%
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 Mondelez International, Inc. (MDLZ)?
- The return on invested capital (ROIC) for MDLZ stock is 5.13%.
- Is Mondelez International, Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
- The return on invested capital (ROIC) of 5.13% is 21% below its 5-year average of 6.45%, near the low end of its 5-year range (4.69%–9.44%).
- What is the TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Mondelez International, Inc. (MDLZ)?
- The TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for MDLZ stock is 7.29%.
- What is the 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Mondelez International, Inc. (MDLZ)?
- The 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for MDLZ stock is 6.73%.
- What is the 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Mondelez International, Inc. (MDLZ)?
- The 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for MDLZ stock is 6.45%.
- What is the 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Mondelez International, Inc. (MDLZ)?
- The 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for MDLZ stock is 6.98%.
- What is the 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Mondelez International, Inc. (MDLZ)?
- The 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for MDLZ stock is 5.64%.
- What is the 20Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Mondelez International, Inc. (MDLZ)?
- The 20Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for MDLZ stock is 5.50%.
MDLZ Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) History
| DATE | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 5.13% |
| 2024-12-31 | 9.44% |
| 2023-12-31 | 7.65% |
| 2022-12-31 | 4.69% |
| 2021-12-31 | 6.63% |
| 2020-12-31 | 5.18% |
| 2019-12-31 | 7.19% |
| 2018-12-31 | 5.19% |
| 2017-12-31 | 5.41% |
| 2016-12-31 | 4.67% |
| 2015-12-31 | 15.59% |
| 2014-12-31 | 5.03% |
| 2013-12-31 | 6.37% |
| 2012-12-31 | 5.11% |
| 2011-12-31 | 4.14% |
| 2010-12-31 | 2.83% |
| 2009-12-31 | 6.57% |
| 2008-12-31 | 4.78% |
| 2007-12-31 | 4.72% |
| 2006-12-31 | 6.60% |
| 2005-12-31 | 6.58% |
| 2004-12-31 | 5.82% |
| 2003-12-31 | 7.16% |
| 2002-12-31 | 7.48% |
| 2001-12-31 | 5.36% |
| 2000-12-31 | 5.09% |
| 1999-12-31 | 11.80% |
| 1998-12-31 | 11.26% |
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About Mondelez International, Inc.
Mondelez International, Inc. operates as a prominent global entity in the snack and beverage sector, focusing on the production, promotion, and distribution of a wide array of food items. Its extensive reach spans multiple continents, including North America, Latin America, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Europe. The company's diverse product portfolio encompasses biscuits (such as cookies, crackers, and various savory snacks), chocolates, chewing gums, candies, as well as selection of cheese and general grocery products, and powdered beverage mixes. Among its well-recognized brands are Cadbury, Milka, and Toblerone chocolates; Oreo, belVita, and LU biscuits; Halls candies; Trident chewing gum; and Tang powdered beverages. Mondelez distributes its offerings through a comprehensive network of retail outlets, catering to a broad spectrum of clients including large supermarket chains, wholesalers, supercenters, club stores, mass merchandisers, convenience stores, petrol stations, pharmacies, discount stores, and other food retailers. This complex distribution system leverages direct store delivery, proprietary and external warehousing solutions, third-party distributors, independent sales agents, and digital e-commerce platforms. Established in 2000, the company was initially known as Kraft Foods Inc. before officially changing its name to Mondelez International, Inc. in October 2012. Its corporate headquarters are situated in Chicago, Illinois.
- Sector
- Consumer Defensive
- Industry
- Food Confectioners
- CEO
- Dirk Van de Put