Duke Energy DUK Return on invested capital

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6.4%+0.2pp

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12.7%+2.5pp

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117.4%—

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FAQ

What is Duke Energy's return on invested capital?

Duke Energy (DUK) reported return on invested capital of 5.7% in Q2 2025.

How has Duke Energy's return on invested capital changed year-over-year?

Duke Energy's return on invested capital increased by 4.0% year-over-year, from 5.5% to 5.7%.

What is the long-term trend for Duke Energy's return on invested capital?

Over 4 years (2020 to 2024), Duke Energy's return on invested capital has grown at a 4.9% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from 4.2% to 5.1%.

What does return on invested capital mean?

Net operating profit after tax (operating income taxed at the effective rate) divided by average invested capital (debt plus equity minus cash). Measures the after-tax return on all capital put to work in the business, independent of capital structure.