Shake Shack SHAK Return on invested capital

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FAQ

What is Shake Shack's return on invested capital?

Shake Shack (SHAK) reported return on invested capital of 3.4% in Q2 2026.

How has Shake Shack's return on invested capital changed year-over-year?

Shake Shack's return on invested capital increased by 149.2% year-over-year, from 1.4% to 3.4%.

What is the long-term trend for Shake Shack's return on invested capital?

Over 5 years (2020 to 2025), Shake Shack's return on invested capital has grown at a -9.5% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from -7% to 4.3%.

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.