Block, Inc. (XYZ) Return on Invested Capital (ROIC): 7.52%
Is Block, Inc.’s return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
Block, Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) of 7.52% is 187% above its 5-year average of 2.62%, near the high end of its 5-year range (-0.30%–7.52%).
As of Sunday, June 14, 2026. 13.60% above its 12-month average of 6.62%.
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XYZ Average Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Chart
XYZ Current vs Average Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Chart
XYZ Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Metrics
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC)
7.52%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG TTM
6.62%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 3Y
3.56%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 5Y
2.62%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 10Y
-4.31%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 15Y
-10.43%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 20Y
-10.43%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+13.60%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+111.24%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+187.02%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+274.29%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+172.11%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+172.11%
XYZ Competitors' Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Block, Inc. (XYZ) | $41.38B | 7.52% | 6.62% | 3.56% | 2.62% |
| Autodesk, Inc. (ADSK) | $41.90B | 18.74% | 18.48% | 17.13% | 15.78% |
| GLOBALFOUNDRIES Inc. (GFS) | $44.63B | 5.23% | 1.88% | 4.51% | 0.42% |
| ON Semiconductor Corporation (ON) | $45.77B | 6.24% | 9.06% | 13.87% | 12.29% |
| Garmin Ltd. (GRMN) | $45.92B | 16.71% | 16.50% | 15.60% | 15.93% |
| Ubiquiti Inc. (UI) | $35.63B | 72.62% | 58.70% | 56.94% | 67.51% |
| Fiserv, Inc. (FI) | $34.31B | 10.12% | 9.41% | 7.77% | 6.13% |
| Workday, Inc. (WDAY) | $34.26B | 5.95% | 4.34% | 1.95% | 0.28% |
| ANSYS, Inc. (ANSS) | $32.91B | 8.09% | 8.16% | 8.14% | 8.35% |
| NetApp, Inc. (NTAP) | $31.66B | 19.40% | 17.95% | 16.76% | 15.95% |
Capital Efficiency
ROIC
7.5%
ROE
3.7%
Block, 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
Block, Inc. Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) FAQ
- What is the return on invested capital (ROIC) for Block, Inc. (XYZ)?
- The return on invested capital (ROIC) for XYZ stock is 7.52%.
- Is Block, Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
- Block, Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) of 7.52% is 187% above its 5-year average of 2.62%, near the high end of its 5-year range (-0.30%–7.52%).
- What is the TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Block, Inc. (XYZ)?
- The TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for XYZ stock is 6.62%.
- What is the 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Block, Inc. (XYZ)?
- The 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for XYZ stock is 3.56%.
- What is the 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Block, Inc. (XYZ)?
- The 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for XYZ stock is 2.62%.
- What is the 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Block, Inc. (XYZ)?
- The 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for XYZ stock is -4.31%.
- What is the 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Block, Inc. (XYZ)?
- The 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for XYZ stock is -10.43%.
- What is the 20Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Block, Inc. (XYZ)?
- The 20Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for XYZ stock is -10.43%.
Block, Inc. Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) History
| DATE | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 7.52% |
| 2024-12-31 | 5.72% |
| 2023-12-31 | 1.11% |
| 2022-12-31 | -0.11% |
| 2021-12-31 | 1.78% |
| 2020-12-31 | -0.30% |
| 2019-12-31 | 0.91% |
| 2018-12-31 | -1.62% |
| 2017-12-31 | -4.46% |
| 2016-12-31 | -26.89% |
| 2015-12-31 | -31.12% |
| 2014-12-31 | -42.90% |
| 2013-12-31 | -55.64% |
| 2012-12-31 | 0.00% |
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About Block, Inc.
Block, Inc., operating through its subsidiaries, develops innovative tools that empower merchants to process card payments, gain insights from robust reporting and analytics, and benefit from expedited next-day fund settlement. The company offers a diverse range of hardware solutions, including the Magstripe reader for traditional swipe-based transactions, and the Contactless and chip reader, which accommodates Europay, MasterCard, and Visa (EMV) chip cards alongside Near Field Communication (NFC) payments. For comprehensive point-of-sale functionality, Block provides the Square Stand, enabling an iPad to serve as a complete payment terminal, and the Square Register, an integrated system combining proprietary hardware, software, and payment processing capabilities. Additionally, the Square Terminal offers a modern alternative to conventional keypad devices, functioning as both a payment processor and receipt printer, accepting tap, dip, and swipe payment methods. Beyond physical devices, Block supplies an extensive suite of software products. These encompass Square Point of Sale, Square Appointments, specialized applications for Retail and Restaurants, online commerce solutions like Square Online and Checkout, Square Invoices, Square Virtual Terminal, Square Team Management, Square Contracts, and a suite for Loyalty, Marketing, and Gift Cards, all managed through the Square Dashboard. Furthermore, Block supports developers with a dedicated platform featuring application programming interfaces (APIs) and software development kits (SDKs). Its portfolio also includes Cash App, a popular mobile service for sending, spending, and saving money, and Weebly, which delivers website hosting and domain registration services to customers. Serving an international clientele, the company's operations extend across the United States, Canada, Japan, Australia, Ireland, France, Spain, and the United Kingdom. Originally established as Square, Inc. in 2009, the San Francisco, California-based firm officially adopted the name Block, Inc. in December 2021.
- Sector
- Technology
- Industry
- Software - Infrastructure
- CEO
- Jack Dorsey