Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NCLH) Return on Invested Capital (ROIC): 8.75%
Is Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.’s return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) of 8.75% is 324% above its 5-year average of -3.91%, near the high end of its 5-year range (-20.98%–9.43%).
As of Sunday, June 21, 2026. 3.74% below its 12-month average of 9.09%.
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NCLH Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Metrics
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC)
8.75%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG TTM
9.09%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 3Y
3.41%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 5Y
-3.91%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 10Y
1.61%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 15Y
4.93%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 20Y
3.79%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-3.74%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+156.79%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+324.07%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+444.09%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+77.33%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+130.84%
NCLH Competitors' Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NCLH) | $9.38B | 8.75% | 9.09% | 3.41% | -3.91% |
| The Gap, Inc. (GPS)vs › | $9.21B | 8.06% | 8.48% | 7.70% | 5.74% |
| GameStop Corp. (GME)vs › | $9.66B | 2.89% | 1.21% | -3.55% | -6.97% |
| CAVA Group, Inc. (CAVA)vs › | $10.39B | 5.73% | 4.87% | -0.27% | -3.61% |
| Domino's Pizza, Inc. (DPZ)vs › | $10.39B | 56.73% | 55.41% | 54.15% | 54.54% |
| Wynn Resorts, Limited (WYNN)vs › | $10.95B | 7.73% | 8.77% | 5.86% | 1.69% |
| The Gap, Inc. (GAP)vs › | $7.61B | 8.06% | 8.20% | 5.39% | 3.98% |
| Chewy, Inc. (CHWY)vs › | $7.54B | 16.18% | 15.06% | 9.44% | 3.88% |
| Wayfair Inc. (W)vs › | $11.68B | 1.30% | -14.72% | -41.74% | -26.30% |
| Etsy, Inc. (ETSY)vs › | $7.02B | 11.51% | 13.73% | 2.22% | 7.33% |
Capital Efficiency
ROIC
8.8%
ROE
23.4%
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. 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
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) FAQ
- What is the return on invested capital (ROIC) for Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NCLH)?
- The return on invested capital (ROIC) for NCLH stock is 8.75%.
- Is Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
- Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) of 8.75% is 324% above its 5-year average of -3.91%, near the high end of its 5-year range (-20.98%–9.43%).
- What is the TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NCLH)?
- The TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for NCLH stock is 9.09%.
- What is the 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NCLH)?
- The 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for NCLH stock is 3.41%.
- What is the 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NCLH)?
- The 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for NCLH stock is -3.91%.
- What is the 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NCLH)?
- The 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for NCLH stock is 1.61%.
- What is the 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NCLH)?
- The 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for NCLH stock is 4.93%.
- What is the 20Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NCLH)?
- The 20Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for NCLH stock is 3.79%.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) History
| DATE | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 8.75% |
| 2024-12-31 | 9.43% |
| 2023-12-31 | 6.12% |
| 2022-12-31 | -10.67% |
| 2021-12-31 | -16.08% |
| 2020-12-31 | -20.98% |
| 2019-12-31 | 8.51% |
| 2018-12-31 | 9.43% |
| 2017-12-31 | 8.46% |
| 2016-12-31 | 8.15% |
| 2015-12-31 | 6.57% |
| 2014-12-31 | 4.99% |
| 2013-12-31 | 6.06% |
| 2012-12-31 | 6.85% |
| 2011-12-31 | -3.30% |
| 2010-12-31 | -0.27% |
| 2009-12-31 | 1.69% |
| 2008-12-31 | -1.49% |
| 2007-12-31 | 0.96% |
| 2006-12-31 | 0.81% |
| 2005-12-31 | 0.97% |
| 2004-12-31 | -3.33% |
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About Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NCLH), along with its subsidiary companies, operates as a major global cruise enterprise. Its operations span North America, Europe, the Asia-Pacific region, and other international markets. The company manages a portfolio of three distinct cruise brands: Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises, and Regent Seven Seas Cruises. NCLH offers an extensive range of voyages, from brief three-day excursions to lengthy 180-day expeditions. These itineraries explore a comprehensive list of destinations worldwide, including Scandinavia, Russia, the Mediterranean, and the Greek Isles; the Alaskan wilderness, Canada and New England; Hawaii, Asia, Tahiti, and the South Pacific; Australia and New Zealand; Africa, India, and South America; as well as the Panama Canal and the Caribbean. As of December 31, 2021, the company commanded a fleet of 28 ships, providing approximately 59,150 berths for guests. Its travel products are distributed through multiple channels, including independent retail/travel advisors, direct sales onboard its ships, and specialized services for meetings, incentives, and private charters. Founded in 1966, Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. maintains its corporate headquarters in Miami, Florida.
- Sector
- Consumer Cyclical
- Industry
- Travel Services
- CEO
- John W. Chidsey