Lion Selection GroupASX:LSX -1.75%53 Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 42.80% as of Jan. 2026, which is 715% above its 10-year median of 5.25. GuruFocus rates ASX:LSX with a GF Score™ of 53/100 and a GF Value™ of A$9.20 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,662 Metals & Mining companies, Lion Selection Group ranks better than 97.6% 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. Lion Selection Group's annualizedNet Income for the quarter that ended in Jan. 2026 was A$64.57 Mil. Lion Selection Group's average total tangible assets for the quarter that ended in Jan. 2026 was A$150.87 Mil. Therefore, Lion Selection Group's annualized Return-on-Tangible-Asset for the quarter that ended in Jan. 2026 was 42.80%.
The historical rank and industry rank for Lion Selection Group's Return-on-Tangible-Asset or its related term are showing as below:
ASX:LSX'
s Return-on-Tangible-Asset Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -26.11 Med: 5.25 Max: 40
Current: 39.57
During the past 13 years, Lion Selection Group's highest Return-on-Tangible-Asset was 40.00%. The lowest was -26.11%. And the median was 5.25%.
ASX:LSX's Return-on-Tangible-Asset is ranked better than 97.6% of 2662
companies
in the Metals & Mining industry
Industry Median: -17.275
vs ASX:LSX: 39.57
Lion Selection Group (ASX:LSX) 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.
Lion Selection Group Return-on-Tangible-Asset Related Terms
Lion Selection Group Return-on-Tangible-Asset Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Lion Selection Group'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.
Lion Selection Group Return-on-Tangible-Asset Chart
ASX:LSX vs NEM, AU: Return-on-Tangible-Asset Comparison
For the Gold subindustry, Lion Selection Group'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.
Lion Selection Group Return-on-Tangible-Asset vs Metals & Mining Industry
For the Metals & Mining industry and Basic Materials sector, Lion Selection Group's Return-on-Tangible-Asset distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Lion Selection Group'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 two times the semi-annual (Jan. 2026) net income data.
What does a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 42.80% mean?
Lion Selection Group (ASX:LSX) has a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 42.80% as of Jan. 2026. Return on tangible assets is the ratio of current-period net income to average two-period tangible assets. View historical data on Lion Selection Group and its competitors. This is 715% above median its historical median of 5.25. According to the industry distribution chart, Lion Selection Group ranks #64 out of 2662 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, placing it in the top 2.4%.
Is Lion Selection Group's Return-on-Tangible-Asset too high?
Lion Selection Group's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 42.80% is 715% above median its 10-year median of 5.25. Based on the distribution chart, Lion Selection Group ranks #64 out of 2662 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Lion Selection Group has a GF Score™ of 53/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Lion Selection Group's Return-on-Tangible-Asset compare to NEM and AU?
According to the Metals & Mining industry distribution chart, Lion Selection Group ranks #64 out of 2662 companies for Return-on-Tangible-Asset. This places Lion Selection Group in the top 2% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. 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 Metals & Mining company?
A good Return-on-Tangible-Asset depends on the Metals & Mining industry context. However, Return-on-Tangible-Asset should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. 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 Lion Selection Group and its competitors. Lion Selection Group's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 42.80%, which is 715% above median its own 10-year median of 5.25. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Lion Selection Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Lion Selection Group (ASX:LSX) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is A$9.20, compared to a current price of A$0.84 — trading 90.9% below its estimated fair value. The current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 42.80%, which is 715% above median its 10-year median of 5.25. Lion Selection Group's overall GF Score™ is 53/100 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 Lion Selection Group (ASX:LSX), the current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 42.80% as of Jan. 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 Lion Selection Group (ASX:LSX) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Lion Selection Group stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of A$0.84 is trading 90.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of A$9.20.
GuruFocus considers Lion Selection Group to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for ASX:LSX:
Return-on-Tangible-Asset: 42.80% (715% above median its 10-year median of 5.25)
GF Value™: A$9.20 vs. price of A$0.84 (90.9% below fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the ASX:LSX stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Lion Selection Group Ltd is a mining investment company. The company invests in junior resource companies, providing venture capital to carefully selected mining and exploration companies with development projects. It invests only in small and medium mining and exploration companies with gold and base metal activities in Australia, Africa, and Asia. Its project includes the Pani Gold Project.
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