Rockwell Automation, Inc. (ROK) Return on Invested Capital (ROIC): 13.71%
Is Rockwell Automation, Inc.’s return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
Rockwell Automation, Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) of 13.71% is in line with its 5-year average of 13.66%, around the middle of its 5-year range (7.73%–17.66%).
The return on invested capital (ROIC) for Rockwell Automation, Inc. (ROK) is 13.71% as of Wednesday, June 10, 2026. It is above its 12-month average by 5.06% (13.05%).
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ROK Average Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Chart
ROK Current vs Average Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Chart
ROK Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Metrics
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC)
13.71%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG TTM
13.05%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 3Y
14.13%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 5Y
13.66%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 10Y
14.71%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 15Y
15.55%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 20Y
15.52%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+5.06%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-3.01%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+0.40%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-6.82%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-11.83%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-11.66%
ROK Competitors' Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rockwell Automation, Inc. (ROK) | — | 13.71% | 13.05% | 14.13% | 13.66% |
| Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. (ODFL) | $48.96B | 19.91% | 21.74% | 25.01% | 23.46% |
| AMETEK, Inc. (AME) | $51.06B | 11.04% | 11.09% | 10.84% | 10.34% |
| Fastenal Company (FAST) | $52.90B | 28.17% | 27.85% | 28.02% | 26.95% |
| PACCAR Inc (PCAR) | $60.21B | 6.39% | 8.44% | 10.51% | 8.23% |
| Paychex, Inc. (PAYX) | $36.22B | 16.77% | 24.66% | 28.49% | 27.83% |
| Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (RKLB) | $62.17B | -10.09% | -16.12% | -18.18% | -20.49% |
| Dover Corporation (DOV) | $29.23B | 9.40% | 9.16% | 10.28% | 10.65% |
| Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW) | $72.19B | 24.49% | 25.84% | 24.99% | 22.94% |
| Xylem Inc. (XYL) | $25.76B | 6.42% | 6.10% | 6.12% | 5.98% |
Capital Efficiency
ROIC
13.7%
ROE
30.9%
Rockwell Automation, 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
Rockwell Automation, Inc. Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) FAQ
- What is the return on invested capital (ROIC) for Rockwell Automation, Inc. (ROK)?
- The return on invested capital (ROIC) for ROK stock is 13.71%.
- Is Rockwell Automation, Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
- Rockwell Automation, Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) of 13.71% is in line with its 5-year average of 13.66%, around the middle of its 5-year range (7.73%–17.66%).
- What is the TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Rockwell Automation, Inc. (ROK)?
- The TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for ROK stock is 13.05%.
- What is the 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Rockwell Automation, Inc. (ROK)?
- The 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for ROK stock is 14.13%.
- What is the 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Rockwell Automation, Inc. (ROK)?
- The 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for ROK stock is 13.66%.
- What is the 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Rockwell Automation, Inc. (ROK)?
- The 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for ROK stock is 14.71%.
- What is the 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Rockwell Automation, Inc. (ROK)?
- The 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for ROK stock is 15.55%.
- What is the 20Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Rockwell Automation, Inc. (ROK)?
- The 20Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for ROK stock is 15.52%.
Rockwell Automation, Inc. Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) History
| DATE | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) |
|---|---|
| 2025-09-30 | 13.71% |
| 2024-09-30 | 12.39% |
| 2023-09-30 | 16.56% |
| 2022-09-30 | 13.88% |
| 2021-09-30 | 7.73% |
| 2020-09-30 | 17.66% |
| 2019-09-30 | 23.19% |
| 2018-09-30 | 11.52% |
| 2017-09-30 | 14.70% |
| 2016-09-30 | 13.72% |
| 2015-09-30 | 16.78% |
| 2014-09-30 | 17.79% |
| 2013-09-30 | 17.72% |
| 2012-09-30 | 18.34% |
| 2011-09-30 | 18.93% |
| 2010-09-30 | 14.18% |
| 2009-09-30 | 9.43% |
| 2008-09-30 | 19.18% |
| 2007-09-30 | 18.73% |
| 2006-09-30 | 14.60% |
| 2005-09-30 | 15.17% |
| 2004-09-30 | 12.17% |
| 2003-09-30 | 10.25% |
| 2002-09-30 | 8.49% |
| 2001-09-30 | 5.74% |
| 2000-09-30 | 15.15% |
| 1999-09-30 | 12.24% |
| 1998-09-30 | -48.31% |
| 1997-09-30 | 8.72% |
| 1996-09-30 | 9.48% |
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About Rockwell Automation, Inc.
Rockwell Automation, Inc., established in 1903 and headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is a global leader in providing industrial automation and digital transformation solutions. The company's operations are segmented into three key areas: Intelligent Devices, Software & Control, and Lifecycle Services. The Intelligent Devices segment offers various hardware products such as drives, motion control systems, safety and sensing equipment, industrial components, and customized configurations. The Software & Control division provides essential control and visualization software and accompanying hardware, information management platforms, digital twin and simulation tools, and network and cybersecurity infrastructure. The Lifecycle Services segment completes its offering with expert consulting, professional implementation, and ongoing connected and maintenance support. Rockwell Automation distributes its comprehensive array of hardware, software, and services worldwide through a network of independent distributors, complemented by its direct sales force. Its extensive clientele spans diverse sectors, including discrete manufacturing (like automotive, semiconductors, and logistics), general industries (such as printing, marine, and aerospace), hybrid markets (encompassing food & beverage, life sciences, and eco-industrial applications like water management and renewable energy), and process industries (including oil & gas, mining, and chemicals).
- Sector
- Industrials
- Industry
- Industrial - Machinery
- CEO
- Blake D. Moret