Suncor Energy Inc. (SU) Return on Invested Capital (ROIC): 14.20%
Is Suncor Energy Inc.’s return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
Suncor Energy Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) of 14.20% is in line with its 5-year average of 14.14%, around the middle of its 5-year range (4.97%–22.63%).
As of Tuesday, June 23, 2026. 3.04% below its 12-month average of 14.64%.
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SU Average Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Chart
SU Current vs Average Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Chart
SU Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Metrics
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC)
14.20%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG TTM
14.64%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 3Y
16.89%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 5Y
14.14%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 10Y
9.38%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 15Y
10.80%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 20Y
10.66%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-3.04%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-15.90%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+0.40%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+51.37%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+31.47%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+33.16%
SU Competitors' Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suncor Energy Inc. (SU) | $66.39B | 14.20% | 14.64% | 16.89% | 14.14% |
| Phillips 66 (PSX)vs › | $67.52B | 4.75% | 3.97% | 7.78% | 5.11% |
| EOG Resources, Inc. (EOG)vs › | $70.52B | 58.12% | 36.44% | 28.12% | 20.84% |
| SLB N.V. (SLB)vs › | $71.69B | 10.34% | 12.04% | 11.73% | 9.77% |
| Kinder Morgan, Inc. (KMI)vs › | $71.75B | 5.33% | 5.22% | 5.08% | 4.66% |
| Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC)vs › | $72.19B | 7.03% | 7.14% | 12.45% | 6.94% |
| Valero Energy Corporation (VLO)vs › | $72.39B | 7.12% | 6.89% | 15.02% | 10.37% |
| Targa Resources Corp. (TRGP)vs › | $56.78B | 12.07% | 11.95% | 11.67% | 11.25% |
| ONEOK, Inc. (OKE)vs › | $54.37B | 8.62% | 7.46% | 8.21% | 8.27% |
| Occidental Petroleum Corporation (OXY)vs › | $51.72B | 3.15% | 4.32% | 8.73% | 6.32% |
Capital Efficiency
ROIC
14.2%
ROE
13.9%
Suncor Energy 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
Suncor Energy Inc. Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) FAQ
- What is the return on invested capital (ROIC) for Suncor Energy Inc. (SU)?
- The return on invested capital (ROIC) for SU stock is 14.20%.
- Is Suncor Energy Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
- Suncor Energy Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) of 14.20% is in line with its 5-year average of 14.14%, around the middle of its 5-year range (4.97%–22.63%).
- What is the TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Suncor Energy Inc. (SU)?
- The TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for SU stock is 14.64%.
- What is the 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Suncor Energy Inc. (SU)?
- The 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for SU stock is 16.89%.
- What is the 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Suncor Energy Inc. (SU)?
- The 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for SU stock is 14.14%.
- What is the 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Suncor Energy Inc. (SU)?
- The 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for SU stock is 9.38%.
- What is the 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Suncor Energy Inc. (SU)?
- The 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for SU stock is 10.80%.
- What is the 20Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Suncor Energy Inc. (SU)?
- The 20Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for SU stock is 10.66%.
Suncor Energy Inc. Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) History
| DATE | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 14.20% |
| 2024-12-31 | 15.09% |
| 2023-12-31 | 15.62% |
| 2022-12-31 | 22.63% |
| 2021-12-31 | 12.35% |
| 2020-12-31 | 4.97% |
| 2019-12-31 | 13.43% |
| 2018-12-31 | 9.87% |
| 2017-12-31 | 9.58% |
| 2016-12-31 | -25.00% |
| 2015-12-31 | 10.45% |
| 2014-12-31 | 9.23% |
| 2013-12-31 | 6.67% |
| 2012-12-31 | 5.72% |
| 2011-12-31 | 6.81% |
| 2010-12-31 | 5.40% |
| 2009-12-31 | 1.43% |
| 2008-12-31 | 9.57% |
| 2007-12-31 | 13.49% |
| 2006-12-31 | 18.18% |
| 2005-12-31 | 8.58% |
| 2004-12-31 | 10.55% |
| 2003-12-31 | 12.05% |
| 2002-12-31 | 11.24% |
| 2001-12-31 | 7.21% |
| 2000-12-31 | 6.84% |
| 1999-12-31 | 3.97% |
| 1998-12-31 | 6.59% |
| 1997-12-31 | 7.43% |
| 1996-12-31 | 11.08% |
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About Suncor Energy Inc.
Suncor Energy Inc. operates as a fully integrated energy enterprise. Its primary focus involves the development of hydrocarbon resources, particularly within Canada's Athabasca oil sands region. Globally, the company undertakes the exploration, acquisition, development, production, transportation, refining, and marketing of crude oil. Domestically, it distributes petroleum and petrochemical products, predominantly under the Petro-Canada brand. Suncor's operations are divided into several key segments: The Oil Sands division extracts bitumen through both mining and in-situ techniques, converting it into refinery feedstock and diesel, or blending it for direct market sale. The Exploration and Production segment manages offshore assets off Canada's East Coast and in the North Sea, in addition to onshore properties in Libya and Syria. The Refining and Marketing segment processes crude oil and intermediate feedstocks into a variety of petroleum and petrochemical goods, which are then sold to retail, commercial, and industrial customers via its network of distributors. The Corporate and Eliminations segment also oversees the operation of four wind farms situated in Ontario and Western Canada. Beyond these core activities, Suncor is also engaged in the trading and marketing of crude oil, natural gas, various byproducts, refined products, and electricity. Established in 1917, the company was initially known as Suncor Inc. before officially changing its name to Suncor Energy Inc. in April 1997. Its corporate headquarters are located in Calgary, Canada.
- Sector
- Energy
- Industry
- Oil & Gas Integrated
- CEO
- Richard Kruger