Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (RKLB) Return on Invested Capital (ROIC): -10.09%
Is Rocket Lab USA, Inc.’s return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
Rocket Lab USA, Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) of -10.09% is 51% above its 5-year average of -20.49%, near the high end of its 5-year range (-39.41%–-10.09%).
The return on invested capital (ROIC) for Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (RKLB) is -10.09% as of Tuesday, June 9, 2026. It is above its 12-month average by 37.41% (-16.12%).
RKLB Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Chart
RKLB Average Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Chart
RKLB Current vs Average Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Chart
RKLB Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Metrics
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC)
-10.09%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG TTM
-16.12%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 3Y
-18.18%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 5Y
-20.49%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 10Y
-20.44%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 15Y
-20.44%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 20Y
-20.44%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+37.41%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+44.51%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+50.76%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+50.65%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+50.65%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+50.65%
RKLB Competitors' Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (RKLB) | — | -10.09% | -16.12% | -18.18% | -20.49% |
| PACCAR Inc (PCAR) | $62.99B | 6.39% | 8.44% | 10.51% | 8.23% |
| Fastenal Company (FAST) | $53.48B | 28.17% | 27.85% | 28.02% | 26.95% |
| AMETEK, Inc. (AME) | $52.67B | 11.04% | 11.09% | 10.84% | 10.34% |
| Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. (ODFL) | $51.73B | 19.91% | 21.74% | 25.01% | 23.46% |
| Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW) | $73.81B | 24.49% | 25.84% | 24.99% | 22.94% |
| Rockwell Automation, Inc. (ROK) | $51.24B | 13.71% | 13.05% | 14.13% | 13.66% |
| Emerson Electric Co. (EMR) | $79.77B | 7.26% | 6.33% | 6.09% | 7.58% |
| 3M Company (MMM) | $81.55B | 11.53% | 12.46% | 10.54% | 11.94% |
| Axon Enterprise, Inc. (AXON) | $36.47B | -1.11% | 0.27% | 2.42% | 0.62% |
Capital Efficiency
ROIC
-10.1%
ROE
-11.5%
Rocket Lab USA, 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
Rocket Lab USA, Inc. Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) FAQ
- What is the return on invested capital (ROIC) for Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (RKLB)?
- The return on invested capital (ROIC) for RKLB stock is -10.09%.
- Is Rocket Lab USA, Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
- Rocket Lab USA, Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) of -10.09% is 51% above its 5-year average of -20.49%, near the high end of its 5-year range (-39.41%–-10.09%).
- What is the TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (RKLB)?
- The TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for RKLB stock is -16.12%.
- What is the 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (RKLB)?
- The 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for RKLB stock is -18.18%.
- What is the 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (RKLB)?
- The 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for RKLB stock is -20.49%.
- What is the 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (RKLB)?
- The 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for RKLB stock is -20.44%.
- What is the 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (RKLB)?
- The 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for RKLB stock is -20.44%.
- What is the 20Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (RKLB)?
- The 20Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for RKLB stock is -20.44%.
Rocket Lab USA, Inc. Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) History
| DATE | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | -10.09% |
| 2024-12-31 | -22.15% |
| 2023-12-31 | -24.19% |
| 2022-12-31 | -16.31% |
| 2021-12-31 | -10.81% |
| 2020-12-31 | -39.41% |
| 2019-12-31 | -20.15% |
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About Rocket Lab USA, Inc.
Headquartered in Long Beach, California, Rocket Lab USA, Inc. is a prominent aerospace firm established in 2006. This company delivers a comprehensive suite of space-related services and hardware, primarily catering to the space and defense industries. Their operations encompass orbital launch capabilities, advanced spacecraft engineering and construction, production of various spacecraft components, and sophisticated on-orbit management services, including full constellation management. Rocket Lab is known for developing and producing a range of launch vehicles, from small to medium-class rockets. Key products include the highly successful Electron small orbital launch vehicle and the versatile Photon satellite platforms, both of which they design, manufacture, and market. Furthermore, the company is actively developing the larger Neutron launch vehicle, capable of carrying 8-ton payloads. Beyond manufacturing, they also conduct remote launch operations and craft specialized components and subsystems for both their Photon spacecraft family and the broader commercial spacecraft market. Their diverse clientele spans commercial enterprises, major aerospace contractors, and governmental entities.
- Sector
- Industrials
- Industry
- Aerospace & Defense
- CEO
- Sir Peter Beck