Return on Invested Capital (ROIC): -1.72%
Is the return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
The return on invested capital (ROIC) of -1.72% is 158% below its 5-year average of 2.96%, near the low end of its 5-year range (-1.72%–8.82%).
As of Sunday, June 28, 2026. 5.20% below its 12-month average of -1.64%.
WASH Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Chart
Annual fiscal-year return on invested capital; no daily interpolation.
WASH Average Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Chart
WASH Current vs Average Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Chart
WASH Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Metrics
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC)
-1.72%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG TTM
-1.64%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 3Y
0.93%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 5Y
2.96%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 10Y
3.50%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 15Y
4.13%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 20Y
3.70%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-5.20%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-285.95%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-158.14%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-149.16%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-141.65%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-146.49%
WASH Competitors' Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Trust Bancorp, Inc. (WASH) | $703.33M | -1.72% | -1.64% | 0.93% | 2.96% |
| WisdomTree Artificial Intelligence and Innovation Fund (WTAI)vs › | $632.36M | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Lufax Holding Ltd (LU)vs › | $532.47M | -0.21% | -0.21% | 3.46% | 4.01% |
| BlackRock Multi-Sector Income Trust (BIT)vs › | $529.65M | 5.98% | 5.54% | 4.80% | 2.71% |
| HIVE Digital Technologies Ltd. (HIVE)vs › | $1.08B | -19.94% | -10.27% | 1.09% | 10.32% |
| BlackRock Floating Rate Income Trust (BGT)vs › | $313.76M | 4.57% | 5.10% | 3.12% | 1.85% |
| Isabella Bank Corporation (ISBA)vs › | $294.33M | 4.45% | 4.27% | 5.52% | 5.21% |
| Franklin Universal Trust (FT)vs › | $202.31M | 8.38% | 10.51% | 4.68% | 4.95% |
| The New Germany Fund, Inc. (GF)vs › | $186.66M | 26.89% | 13.75% | -9.44% | -5.72% |
| DeFi Technologies Inc. (DEFT)vs › | $157.96M | 17.94% | -32.52% | -33.08% | -20.92% |
Capital Efficiency
ROIC
-1.7%
ROE
9.6%
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
Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) FAQ
- What is the return on invested capital (ROIC) for Washington Trust Bancorp, Inc. (WASH)?
- The return on invested capital (ROIC) for WASH stock is -1.72%.
- Is Washington Trust Bancorp, Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
- The return on invested capital (ROIC) of -1.72% is 158% below its 5-year average of 2.96%, near the low end of its 5-year range (-1.72%–8.82%).
- What is the TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Washington Trust Bancorp, Inc. (WASH)?
- The TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for WASH stock is -1.64%.
- What is the 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Washington Trust Bancorp, Inc. (WASH)?
- The 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for WASH stock is 0.93%.
- What is the 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Washington Trust Bancorp, Inc. (WASH)?
- The 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for WASH stock is 2.96%.
- What is the 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Washington Trust Bancorp, Inc. (WASH)?
- The 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for WASH stock is 3.50%.
- What is the 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Washington Trust Bancorp, Inc. (WASH)?
- The 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for WASH stock is 4.13%.
- What is the 20Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Washington Trust Bancorp, Inc. (WASH)?
- The 20Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for WASH stock is 3.70%.
WASH Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) History
| DATE | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | -1.72% |
| 2024-12-31 | -1.55% |
| 2023-12-31 | 2.60% |
| 2022-12-31 | 4.37% |
| 2021-12-31 | 8.82% |
| 2020-12-31 | 5.23% |
| 2019-12-31 | 3.85% |
| 2018-12-31 | 4.60% |
| 2017-12-31 | 3.57% |
| 2016-12-31 | 3.53% |
| 2015-12-31 | 5.19% |
| 2014-12-31 | 4.91% |
| 2013-12-31 | 5.29% |
| 2012-12-31 | 4.62% |
| 2011-12-31 | 3.17% |
| 2010-12-31 | 2.75% |
| 2009-12-31 | 1.76% |
| 2008-12-31 | 1.97% |
| 2007-12-31 | 2.67% |
| 2006-12-31 | 3.48% |
| 2005-12-31 | 3.03% |
| 2004-12-31 | 2.46% |
| 2003-12-31 | 2.47% |
| 2002-12-31 | 2.64% |
| 2001-12-31 | 2.41% |
| 2000-12-31 | 2.75% |
| 1999-12-31 | 2.81% |
| 1998-12-31 | 3.34% |
| 1997-12-31 | 3.33% |
| 1996-12-31 | 3.86% |
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About Washington Trust Bancorp, Inc.
Washington Trust Bancorp, Inc. functions as the holding company for The Washington Trust Company, delivering a diverse range of banking and financial solutions to individuals and corporate clients. The company is structured into two primary divisions: Commercial Banking and Wealth Management Services. The Commercial Banking division extends a wide array of credit products to businesses and individuals. This includes financing for commercial real estate (like mortgages and construction projects), commercial and industrial ventures, residential properties (such as mortgages and home construction), and various consumer needs, including home equity lines, personal installment loans, and even loans for general aviation aircraft. Alongside lending, it provides a comprehensive suite of deposit options, including interest-bearing and non-interest-bearing checking accounts, savings accounts, money market accounts, retirement accounts, and certificates of deposit. Customers also benefit from modern banking conveniences such as debit cards, ATMs, telephone banking, online and mobile platforms, remote deposit capture, and tailored cash management services. The Wealth Management Services segment delivers specialized financial guidance, encompassing investment management, financial planning, and comprehensive trust and estate services for both individual and institutional clients. These services include acting as a trustee, personal representative, custodian, and guardian, managing the settlement of estates, and offering institutional custody and fiduciary support. Additionally, the company operates as a licensed broker-dealer, making available products like variable annuities and college savings plans. As of December 31, 2021, its physical presence included 10 branch locations across southern Rhode Island, 13 within the broader Providence metropolitan area in Rhode Island, and a single branch in southeastern Connecticut. Established in 1800, Washington Trust Bancorp, Inc. has its headquarters in Westerly, Rhode Island.
- Sector
- Financial Services
- Industry
- Banks - Regional
- CEO
- Edward Otis Handy