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AutoCanadaAOCIF 68 Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 0.93% as of Mar. 2026, which is 90% above its 10-year median of 0.49. GuruFocus rates AOCIF with a GF Score™ of 68/100 and a GF Value™ of $13.22 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,332 Vehicles & Parts companies, AutoCanada ranks worse than 66.97% on this metric.
Return-on-Tangible-Asset is calculated as Net Income divided by its average total tangible assets. Total tangible assets equals to Total Assets minus Intangible Assets. AutoCanada's annualizedNet Income for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $14 Mil. AutoCanada's average total tangible assets for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $1,525 Mil. Therefore, AutoCanada's annualized Return-on-Tangible-Asset for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 0.93%.
The historical rank and industry rank for AutoCanada's Return-on-Tangible-Asset or its related term are showing as below:
AOCIF'
s Return-on-Tangible-Asset Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -6.55 Med: 0.49 Max: 10.42
Current: 1.18
During the past 13 years, AutoCanada's highest Return-on-Tangible-Asset was 10.42%. The lowest was -6.55%. And the median was 0.49%.
AOCIF's Return-on-Tangible-Asset is ranked worse than 66.97% of 1332
companies
in the Vehicles & Parts industry
Industry Median: 3.125
vs AOCIF: 1.18
Return-on-Tangible-Asset measures the rate of return on the average total tangible assets (total assets minus intangible assets). Tangible means physical in nature. Intangible Assets are assets that are not physical in nature, and typically "derive their value from legal or intellectual rights." Return-on-Tangible-Asset measures a firm's efficiency at generating profits from its tangible assets. It shows how well a company uses what it has to generate earnings. Return-on-Tangible-Assets can vary drastically across industries. Therefore, Return-on-Tangible-Asset should not be used to compare companies in different industries.
Be Aware
Like ROE and ROA, Return-on-Tangible-Asset is calculated with only 12 months data. Fluctuations in the companys earnings or business cycles can affect the ratio drastically. It is important to look at the ratio from a long term perspective. Return-on-Tangible-Asset can be affected by events such as stock buyback or issuance, and by a companys tax rate and its interest payment. Return-on-Tangible-Asset may not reflect the true earning power of the assets. A more accurate measurement is ROC % (ROC).
Many analysts argue the higher return the better. Buffett states that really high Return-on-Tangible-Asset may indicate vulnerability in the durability of the competitive advantage.
AutoCanada Return-on-Tangible-Asset Related Terms
AutoCanada Return-on-Tangible-Asset Historical Data
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The historical data trend for AutoCanada's Return-on-Tangible-Asset can be seen below:
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
AOCIF vs CVNA, PAG, ALTB: Return-on-Tangible-Asset Comparison
For the Auto & Truck Dealerships subindustry, AutoCanada's Return-on-Tangible-Asset, along with its competitors' market caps and Return-on-Tangible-Asset data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
AutoCanada Return-on-Tangible-Asset vs Vehicles & Parts Industry
For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, AutoCanada's Return-on-Tangible-Asset distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where AutoCanada's Return-on-Tangible-Asset falls into.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
In the calculation of annual Return-on-Tangible-Asset, the net income of the last fiscal year and the average total tangible assets over the fiscal year are used. In calculating the quarterly data,
the Net Income data used here is four times the quarterly (Mar. 2026) net income data.
What does a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 0.93% mean?
AutoCanada (AOCIF) has a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 0.93% as of Mar. 2026. Return on tangible assets is the ratio of current-period net income to average two-period tangible assets. View historical data on AutoCanada and its competitors. This is 90% above median its historical median of 0.49. According to the industry distribution chart, AutoCanada ranks #892 out of 1332 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 67%.
Is AutoCanada's Return-on-Tangible-Asset too high?
AutoCanada's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 0.93% is 90% above median its 10-year median of 0.49. The Vehicles & Parts industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.13. AutoCanada's value of 0.93% is 70.2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, AutoCanada ranks #892 out of 1332 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, AutoCanada has a GF Score™ of 68/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does AutoCanada's Return-on-Tangible-Asset compare to CVNA and PAG?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, AutoCanada ranks #892 out of 1332 companies for Return-on-Tangible-Asset. This places AutoCanada in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.13. AutoCanada's value of 0.93% is 70.2% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 0.49 vs. the industry median of 3.13, AutoCanada has consistently been below the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Return-on-Tangible-Asset for a Vehicles & Parts company?
The median Return-on-Tangible-Asset among Vehicles & Parts companies is 3.13, based on 1,332 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Return-on-Tangible-Asset significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Return-on-Tangible-Asset should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. AutoCanada's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 0.93% is 70.2% below the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Return-on-Tangible-Asset mean?
A high Return-on-Tangible-Asset can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Return on tangible assets is the ratio of current-period net income to average two-period tangible assets. View historical data on AutoCanada and its competitors. For the Vehicles & Parts industry, the median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.13 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. AutoCanada's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 0.93%, which is 90% above median its own 10-year median of 0.49. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is AutoCanada stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, AutoCanada (AOCIF) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $13.22, compared to a current price of $15.40 — trading 16.5% above its estimated fair value. The current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 0.93%, which is 90% above median its 10-year median of 0.49 and 70.2% below the Vehicles & Parts industry median of 3.13. AutoCanada's overall GF Score™ is 68/100 with 4 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Return-on-Tangible-Asset calculated?
Return-on-Tangible-Asset is calculated from a company's financial statements. For AutoCanada (AOCIF), the current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 0.93% as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is AutoCanada (AOCIF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, AutoCanada stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $15.40 is trading 16.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of $13.22.
GuruFocus considers AutoCanada to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for AOCIF:
Return-on-Tangible-Asset: 0.93% (90% above median its 10-year median of 0.49)
GF Value™: $13.22 vs. price of $15.40 (16.5% above fair value)
Industry Position: 70.2% below the Vehicles & Parts median (#892 of 1332)
No single metric tells the full story. See the AOCIF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
AutoCanada Inc operates car dealerships in Canada. The company offers a diversified range of automotive products and services, including new vehicles, used vehicles, vehicle leasing, vehicle parts, vehicle maintenance and collision repair services, extended service contracts, vehicle protection products, after-market products, and auction services. In addition, it also arranges financing and insurance for vehicle purchases by its customers through third-party finance and insurance sources. Maximum revenue for the company is generated through the sale of used cars. The company's reportable segments are Canadian Operations and U.S. Operations. A majority of its revenue is generated from its Canadian operations segment.
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