Starbucks Corporation (SBUX) Return on Assets (ROA): 4.89%
Is Starbucks Corporation’s return on assets (ROA) high or low?
Starbucks Corporation's return on assets (ROA) of 4.89% is 51% below its 5-year average of 10.01%, near the low end of its 5-year range (3.16%–14.01%).
The return on assets (ROA) for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX) is 4.89% as of Wednesday, June 10, 2026. It is below its 12-month average by 45.06% (8.90%).
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SBUX Return on Assets (ROA) Metrics
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA)
4.89%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG TTM
8.90%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 3Y
10.88%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 5Y
10.01%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 10Y
14.49%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 15Y
14.20%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 20Y
13.30%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-45.06%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-55.08%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-51.17%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-66.25%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-65.57%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-63.23%
SBUX Competitors' Return on Assets (ROA)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starbucks Corporation (SBUX) | — | 4.89% | 8.90% | 10.88% | 10.01% |
| Lowe's Companies, Inc. (LOW) | $120.69B | 12.09% | 13.95% | 14.98% | 15.04% |
| Marriott International, Inc. (MAR) | $101.90B | 9.28% | 9.25% | 10.00% | 7.21% |
| Booking Holdings Inc. (BKNG) | $124.69B | 22.20% | 19.85% | 17.34% | 12.43% |
| MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI) | $81.30B | 4.09% | 6.13% | 5.34% | 3.70% |
| Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. (HLT) | $76.74B | 9.41% | 8.99% | 8.37% | 5.31% |
| Airbnb, Inc. (ABNB) | $76.62B | 9.38% | 11.97% | 14.74% | 2.11% |
| Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST) | $74.06B | 14.89% | 13.91% | 13.05% | 10.92% |
| General Motors Company (GM) | $71.59B | 0.90% | 1.55% | 2.64% | 2.90% |
| NIKE, Inc. (NKE) | $65.15B | 6.07% | 11.88% | 13.07% | 12.59% |
Asset Efficiency
ROA
4.9%
ROE
-22.9%
Starbucks Corporation Return on Assets (ROA) Formula & Definition
ROA = Net Income / Total Assets
Return on assets measures how efficiently a company generates profit from its total assets.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Starbucks Corporation Return on Assets (ROA) FAQ
- What is the return on assets (ROA) for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)?
- The return on assets (ROA) for SBUX stock is 4.89%.
- Is Starbucks Corporation's return on assets (ROA) high or low?
- Starbucks Corporation's return on assets (ROA) of 4.89% is 51% below its 5-year average of 10.01%, near the low end of its 5-year range (3.16%–14.01%).
- What is the TTM average return on assets (ROA) for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)?
- The TTM average return on assets (ROA) for SBUX stock is 8.90%.
- What is the 3Y average return on assets (ROA) for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)?
- The 3Y average return on assets (ROA) for SBUX stock is 10.88%.
- What is the 5Y average return on assets (ROA) for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)?
- The 5Y average return on assets (ROA) for SBUX stock is 10.01%.
- What is the 10Y average return on assets (ROA) for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)?
- The 10Y average return on assets (ROA) for SBUX stock is 14.49%.
- What is the 15Y average return on assets (ROA) for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)?
- The 15Y average return on assets (ROA) for SBUX stock is 14.20%.
- What is the 20Y average return on assets (ROA) for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)?
- The 20Y average return on assets (ROA) for SBUX stock is 13.30%.
Starbucks Corporation Return on Assets (ROA) History
| DATE | RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) |
|---|---|
| 2025-09-28 | 5.80% |
| 2024-09-30 | 12.00% |
| 2023-09-30 | 14.01% |
| 2022-09-30 | 11.73% |
| 2021-09-30 | 13.38% |
| 2020-09-30 | 3.16% |
| 2019-09-30 | 18.73% |
| 2018-09-30 | 18.70% |
| 2017-09-30 | 20.08% |
| 2016-09-30 | 19.66% |
| 2015-09-30 | 22.15% |
| 2014-09-30 | 19.23% |
| 2013-09-30 | 0.07% |
| 2012-09-30 | 16.84% |
| 2011-09-30 | 16.92% |
| 2010-09-30 | 14.81% |
| 2009-09-30 | 7.01% |
| 2008-09-30 | 5.56% |
| 2007-09-30 | 12.59% |
| 2006-09-30 | 12.74% |
| 2005-09-30 | 14.07% |
| 2004-09-30 | 11.68% |
| 2003-09-30 | 9.83% |
| 2002-09-30 | 9.38% |
| 2001-09-30 | 9.79% |
| 2000-09-30 | 6.33% |
| 1999-09-30 | 8.12% |
| 1998-09-30 | 6.89% |
| 1997-09-30 | 6.49% |
| 1996-09-30 | 5.74% |
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About Starbucks Corporation
Starbucks Corporation, along with its various subsidiaries, operates worldwide as a key player in roasting, marketing, and selling specialty coffee. Its business is structured into three main operating divisions: North America, International markets, and Channel Development. The company's retail outlets offer a broad assortment of coffee and tea beverages, roasted whole bean and ground coffees, single-serve options, and ready-to-drink products. Customers can also find a variety of food items, including pastries, breakfast sandwiches, and lunch selections. Furthermore, Starbucks extends its brand reach by licensing its trademarks to independently operated stores, grocery retailers, and foodservice accounts. Products are sold under well-known labels such as Starbucks, Teavana, Seattle's Best Coffee, Evolution Fresh, Ethos, Starbucks Reserve, and Princi. As of October 3, 2021, Starbucks had a significant global presence, operating 16,826 company-owned and licensed stores across North America, in addition to 17,007 similar locations internationally. The company, established in 1971, is headquartered in Seattle, Washington.
- Sector
- Consumer Cyclical
- Industry
- Restaurants
- CEO
- Brian R. Niccol