Palo Alto Networks, Inc. PANW Return on invested capital

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FAQ

What is Palo Alto Networks, Inc.'s return on invested capital?

Palo Alto Networks, Inc. (PANW) reported return on invested capital of 5.1% in Q1 2026.

How has Palo Alto Networks, Inc.'s return on invested capital changed year-over-year?

Palo Alto Networks, Inc.'s return on invested capital decreased by 79.1% year-over-year, from 24.4% to 5.1%.

What is the long-term trend for Palo Alto Networks, Inc.'s return on invested capital?

Over 3 years (2022 to 2025), Palo Alto Networks, Inc.'s return on invested capital has grown at a 50.2% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from -6.1% to 20.7%.

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.