Alps Alpine CoAPELY +4.90%69 Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 5.57% as of Dec. 2025, which is 66% above its 10-year median of 3.36. GuruFocus rates APELY with a GF Score™ of 69/100 and a GF Value™ of $21.81 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,501 Hardware companies, Alps Alpine Co ranks better than 67.61% 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. Alps Alpine Co's annualizedNet Income for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was $274 Mil. Alps Alpine Co's average total tangible assets for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was $4,915 Mil. Therefore, Alps Alpine Co's annualized Return-on-Tangible-Asset for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was 5.57%.
The historical rank and industry rank for Alps Alpine Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset or its related term are showing as below:
APELY'
s Return-on-Tangible-Asset Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -4.15 Med: 3.36 Max: 7.66
Current: 5.19
During the past 13 years, Alps Alpine Co's highest Return-on-Tangible-Asset was 7.66%. The lowest was -4.15%. And the median was 3.36%.
APELY's Return-on-Tangible-Asset is ranked better than 67.61% of 2501
companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 2.4
vs APELY: 5.19
Alps Alpine Co (OTCPK:APELY) Return-on-Tangible-Asset Explanation
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.
Alps Alpine Co Return-on-Tangible-Asset Related Terms
Alps Alpine Co Return-on-Tangible-Asset Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Alps Alpine Co'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.
APELY vs APH, GLW: Return-on-Tangible-Asset Comparison
For the Electronic Components subindustry, Alps Alpine Co'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.
Alps Alpine Co Return-on-Tangible-Asset vs Hardware Industry
For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Alps Alpine Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Alps Alpine Co'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 (Dec. 2025) net income data.
What does a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 5.57% mean?
Alps Alpine Co (APELY) has a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 5.57% as of Dec. 2025. Return on tangible assets is the ratio of current-period net income to average two-period tangible assets. View historical data on Alps Alpine Co and its competitors. This is 66% above median its historical median of 3.36. According to the industry distribution chart, Alps Alpine Co ranks #810 out of 2501 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 32.4%.
Is Alps Alpine Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset too high?
Alps Alpine Co's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 5.57% is 66% above median its 10-year median of 3.36. The Hardware industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 2.40. Alps Alpine Co's value of 5.57% is 132.1% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Alps Alpine Co ranks #810 out of 2501 companies in the Hardware industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Alps Alpine Co has a GF Score™ of 69/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Alps Alpine Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset compare to APH and GLW?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Alps Alpine Co ranks #810 out of 2501 companies for Return-on-Tangible-Asset. This puts Alps Alpine Co in the upper half of its industry. The industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 2.40. Alps Alpine Co's value of 5.57% is 132.1% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 3.36 vs. the industry median of 2.40, Alps Alpine Co has consistently been above 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 Hardware company?
The median Return-on-Tangible-Asset among Hardware companies is 2.40, based on 2,501 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. Alps Alpine Co's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 5.57% is 132.1% above 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 Alps Alpine Co and its competitors. For the Hardware industry, the median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 2.40 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Alps Alpine Co's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 5.57%, which is 66% above median its own 10-year median of 3.36. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Alps Alpine Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Alps Alpine Co (APELY) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $21.81, compared to a current price of $26.82 — trading 22.9% above its estimated fair value. The current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 5.57%, which is 66% above median its 10-year median of 3.36 and 132.1% above the Hardware industry median of 2.40. Alps Alpine Co's overall GF Score™ is 69/100 with 2 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 Alps Alpine Co (APELY), the current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 5.57% as of Dec. 2025. 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 Alps Alpine Co (APELY) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Alps Alpine Co stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $26.82 is trading 22.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of $21.81.
GuruFocus considers Alps Alpine Co to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for APELY:
Return-on-Tangible-Asset: 5.57% (66% above median its 10-year median of 3.36)
GF Value™: $21.81 vs. price of $26.82 (22.9% above fair value)
Industry Position: 132.1% above the Hardware median (#810 of 2501)
No single metric tells the full story. See the APELY stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Alps Alpine Co Ltd is a Japan-based company mainly engaged in businesses related to the components, sensors and communications, and modules and systems businesses. The company operates through three segments. The Component segment manufactures and sells electronic components such as switches, actuators, and haptics. The Module/System segment provides automotive modules, infotainment systems, displays, and related services. The Sensor Communication segment handles sensors and communication devices. The Others segment includes system development, office services, screws, as well as finance and leasing businesses. It generates the majority of its revenue from the Module/System business segment.
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