Meta Platforms, Inc. (META) Return on Invested Capital (ROIC): 17.95%
Is Meta Platforms, Inc.’s return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
Meta Platforms, Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) of 17.95% is 13% below its 5-year average of 20.55%, near the low end of its 5-year range (14.56%–26.67%).
The return on invested capital (ROIC) for Meta Platforms, Inc. (META) is 17.95% as of Thursday, June 11, 2026. It is below its 12-month average by 16.51% (21.50%).
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META Average Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Chart
META Current vs Average Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Chart
META Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Metrics
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC)
17.95%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG TTM
21.50%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 3Y
19.23%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 5Y
20.55%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 10Y
18.69%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 15Y
16.49%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 20Y
13.88%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-16.51%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-6.63%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-12.66%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-3.95%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+8.89%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+29.30%
META Competitors' Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meta Platforms, Inc. (META) | $1.45T | 17.95% | 21.50% | 19.23% | 20.55% |
| Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL) | $4.31T | 21.82% | 23.81% | 22.79% | 21.06% |
| Snap Inc. (SNAP) | $9.10B | -8.20% | -9.93% | -15.13% | -15.09% |
| Pinterest, Inc. (PINS) | $14.47B | 5.88% | 4.75% | 0.70% | 1.11% |
| Netflix, Inc. (NFLX) | $345.29B | 25.22% | 22.71% | 18.04% | 16.51% |
Capital Efficiency
ROIC
17.9%
ROE
29.0%
Meta Platforms, 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
Meta Platforms, Inc. Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) FAQ
- What is the return on invested capital (ROIC) for Meta Platforms, Inc. (META)?
- The return on invested capital (ROIC) for META stock is 17.95%.
- Is Meta Platforms, Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
- Meta Platforms, Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) of 17.95% is 13% below its 5-year average of 20.55%, near the low end of its 5-year range (14.56%–26.67%).
- What is the TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Meta Platforms, Inc. (META)?
- The TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for META stock is 21.50%.
- What is the 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Meta Platforms, Inc. (META)?
- The 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for META stock is 19.23%.
- What is the 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Meta Platforms, Inc. (META)?
- The 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for META stock is 20.55%.
- What is the 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Meta Platforms, Inc. (META)?
- The 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for META stock is 18.69%.
- What is the 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Meta Platforms, Inc. (META)?
- The 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for META stock is 16.49%.
- What is the 20Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Meta Platforms, Inc. (META)?
- The 20Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for META stock is 13.88%.
Meta Platforms, Inc. Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) History
| DATE | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 17.95% |
| 2024-12-31 | 25.05% |
| 2023-12-31 | 19.34% |
| 2022-12-31 | 14.56% |
| 2021-12-31 | 26.67% |
| 2020-12-31 | 19.74% |
| 2019-12-31 | 14.97% |
| 2018-12-31 | 23.92% |
| 2017-12-31 | 19.27% |
| 2016-12-31 | 16.34% |
| 2015-12-31 | 7.77% |
| 2014-12-31 | 7.75% |
| 2013-12-31 | 8.97% |
| 2012-12-31 | 0.40% |
| 2011-12-31 | 18.14% |
| 2010-12-31 | 22.92% |
| 2009-12-31 | 0.00% |
| 2008-12-31 | 0.00% |
| 2007-12-31 | 0.00% |
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About Meta Platforms, Inc.
Meta Platforms Inc., which operated as Facebook, Inc. until its October 2021 rebranding, is a technology enterprise focused on developing innovative products that empower people globally to connect and share with their friends and family. These services are accessible across a variety of digital platforms, including mobile phones, personal computers, virtual reality devices, and wearables. The company's activities are organized into two principal divisions: the Family of Apps and Reality Labs. The Family of Apps segment encompasses well-known platforms such as: Facebook, where users can share content, participate in discussions, explore new interests, and build connections. Instagram, a vibrant community dedicated to sharing visual media like photos and videos, sending private messages, and utilizing features such as user feeds, ephemeral stories, short video reels, live streams, and integrated shopping functionalities. Messenger, a dedicated application that facilitates text, audio, and video communications, enabling individuals to communicate with their social networks, communities, and even businesses across different devices and operating systems. WhatsApp, a widely adopted and secure messaging service employed by individuals and enterprises for private communication and financial transactions. The Reality Labs division concentrates on pioneering augmented and virtual reality technologies. This segment is responsible for creating consumer-grade hardware, sophisticated software, and engaging content, all aimed at fostering a sense of connection among people, regardless of their physical location or time zone. Meta Platforms Inc. was founded in 2004 and its corporate headquarters are situated in Menlo Park, California.
- Sector
- Communication Services
- Industry
- Internet Content & Information
- CEO
- Mark Elliot Zuckerberg