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Light & WonderASX:LNW -1.48%81 Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 9.81% as of Mar. 2026, which is 537% above its 10-year median of 1.54. GuruFocus rates ASX:LNW with a GF Score™ of 81/100 and a GF Value™ of A$160.20 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 854 Travel & Leisure companies, Light & Wonder ranks better than 88.06% 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. Light & Wonder's annualizedNet Income for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was A$296 Mil. Light & Wonder's average total tangible assets for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was A$3,021 Mil. Therefore, Light & Wonder's annualized Return-on-Tangible-Asset for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 9.81%.
The historical rank and industry rank for Light & Wonder's Return-on-Tangible-Asset or its related term are showing as below:
ASX:LNW'
s Return-on-Tangible-Asset Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -16.79 Med: 1.54 Max: 120.97
Current: 11.98
During the past 13 years, Light & Wonder's highest Return-on-Tangible-Asset was 120.97%. The lowest was -16.79%. And the median was 1.54%.
ASX:LNW's Return-on-Tangible-Asset is ranked better than 88.06% of 854
companies
in the Travel & Leisure industry
Industry Median: 2.715
vs ASX:LNW: 11.98
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.
Light & Wonder Return-on-Tangible-Asset Related Terms
Light & Wonder Return-on-Tangible-Asset Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Light & Wonder'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.
ASX:LNW vs CHDN, SGHC, RSI: Return-on-Tangible-Asset Comparison
For the Gambling subindustry, Light & Wonder'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.
Light & Wonder Return-on-Tangible-Asset vs Travel & Leisure Industry
For the Travel & Leisure industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Light & Wonder's Return-on-Tangible-Asset distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Light & Wonder'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 9.81% mean?
Light & Wonder (ASX:LNW) has a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 9.81% 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 Light & Wonder and its competitors. This is 537% above median its historical median of 1.54. According to the industry distribution chart, Light & Wonder ranks #102 out of 854 companies in the Travel & Leisure industry, placing it in the top 11.9%.
Is Light & Wonder's Return-on-Tangible-Asset too high?
Light & Wonder's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 9.81% is 537% above median its 10-year median of 1.54. The Travel & Leisure industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 2.72. Light & Wonder's value of 9.81% is 261.3% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Light & Wonder ranks #102 out of 854 companies in the Travel & Leisure industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Light & Wonder has a GF Score™ of 81/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Light & Wonder's Return-on-Tangible-Asset compare to CHDN and SGHC?
According to the Travel & Leisure industry distribution chart, Light & Wonder ranks #102 out of 854 companies for Return-on-Tangible-Asset. This places Light & Wonder in the top 12% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 2.72. Light & Wonder's value of 9.81% is 261.3% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 1.54 vs. the industry median of 2.72, Light & Wonder 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 Travel & Leisure company?
The median Return-on-Tangible-Asset among Travel & Leisure companies is 2.72, based on 854 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. Light & Wonder's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 9.81% is 261.3% 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 Light & Wonder and its competitors. For the Travel & Leisure industry, the median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 2.72 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Light & Wonder's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 9.81%, which is 537% above median its own 10-year median of 1.54. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Light & Wonder stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Light & Wonder (ASX:LNW) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is A$160.20, compared to a current price of A$108.86 — trading 32% below its estimated fair value. The current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 9.81%, which is 537% above median its 10-year median of 1.54 and 261.3% above the Travel & Leisure industry median of 2.72. Light & Wonder's overall GF Score™ is 81/100 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 Light & Wonder (ASX:LNW), the current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 9.81% 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 Light & Wonder (ASX:LNW) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Light & Wonder stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of A$108.86 is trading 32% below its estimated GF Value™ of A$160.20.
GuruFocus considers Light & Wonder to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for ASX:LNW:
Return-on-Tangible-Asset: 9.81% (537% above median its 10-year median of 1.54)
GF Value™: A$160.20 vs. price of A$108.86 (32% below fair value)
Industry Position: 261.3% above the Travel & Leisure median (#102 of 854)
No single metric tells the full story. See the ASX:LNW stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Light & Wonder is principally an electronic gaming machine manufacturer, selling machines to pubs, clubs, and casinos. The firm is licensed in most jurisdictions allowing gambling globally. Light & Wonder is one of the three largest players in the space along with International Game Technology and Aristocrat Leisure. SciPlay, about one fourth of revenue, develops and distributes casual mobile games, principally in the social casino niche. The more nascent iGaming business sits between these two businesses, providing digital content and capabilities to real-money gaming providers.
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