Metlifecare (ASX:MEQ) Return-on-Tangible-Asset: -3.20% (As of Jun. 2020)

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What is Metlifecare Return-on-Tangible-Asset?

Metlifecare ASX:MEQ 4 Return-on-Tangible-Asset is -3.20% as of Jun. 2020. GuruFocus rates ASX:MEQ with a GF Score™ of 4/100. The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review.

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. Metlifecare's annualized Net Income for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2020 was A$-108.86 Mil. Metlifecare's average total tangible assets for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2020 was A$3,399.56 Mil. Therefore, Metlifecare's annualized Return-on-Tangible-Asset for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2020 was -3.20%.

The historical rank and industry rank for Metlifecare's Return-on-Tangible-Asset or its related term are showing as below:

ASX:MEQ' s Return-on-Tangible-Asset Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -11.24   Med: 3.76   Max: 9.5
Current: -0.94

During the past 13 years, Metlifecare's highest Return-on-Tangible-Asset was 9.50%. The lowest was -11.24%. And the median was 3.76%.

ASX:MEQ's Return-on-Tangible-Asset is not ranked
in the Healthcare Providers & Services industry.
Industry Median: 2.43 vs ASX:MEQ: -0.94

Metlifecare  (ASX:MEQ) 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 company’s 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 company’s 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.


Metlifecare Return-on-Tangible-Asset Related Terms


Metlifecare Return-on-Tangible-Asset Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Metlifecare'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.

Metlifecare Return-on-Tangible-Asset Chart

Metlifecare Annual Data
Trend Jun11 Jun12 Jun13 Jun14 Jun15 Jun16 Jun17 Jun18 Jun19 Jun20
Return-on-Tangible-Asset
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 9.72 9.09 3.94 1.17 -0.94

Metlifecare Semi-Annual Data
Dec10 Jun11 Dec11 Jun12 Dec12 Jun13 Dec13 Jun14 Dec14 Jun15 Dec15 Jun16 Dec16 Jun17 Dec17 Jun18 Dec18 Jun19 Dec19 Jun20
Return-on-Tangible-Asset Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 4.35 1.48 0.85 1.39 -3.20

ASX:MEQ vs HCA, DVA, UHS: Return-on-Tangible-Asset Comparison

For the Medical Care Facilities subindustry, Metlifecare'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.


Metlifecare Return-on-Tangible-Asset vs Healthcare Providers & Services Industry

For the Healthcare Providers & Services industry and Healthcare sector, Metlifecare's Return-on-Tangible-Asset distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Metlifecare's Return-on-Tangible-Asset falls into.



Metlifecare Return-on-Tangible-Asset Calculation

Metlifecare's annualized Return-on-Tangible-Asset for the fiscal year that ended in Jun. 2020 is calculated as:

Return-on-Tangible-Asset=Net Income/( (Total Tangible Assets+Total Tangible Assets)/ count )
(A: Jun. 2020 )  (A: Jun. 2019 )(A: Jun. 2020 )
=Net Income/( (Total Assets - Intangible Assets+Total Assets - Intangible Assets)/ count )
(A: Jun. 2020 )  (A: Jun. 2019 )(A: Jun. 2020 )
=-31.458/( (3340.709+3335.166)/ 2 )
=-31.458/3337.9375
=-0.94 %

Metlifecare's annualized Return-on-Tangible-Asset for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2020 is calculated as:

Return-on-Tangible-Asset=Net Income/( (Total Tangible Assets+Total Tangible Assets)/ count )
(Q: Jun. 2020 )  (Q: Dec. 2019 )(Q: Jun. 2020 )
=Net Income/( (Total Assets - Intangible Assets+Total Assets - Intangible Assets)/ count )
(Q: Jun. 2020 )  (Q: Dec. 2019 )(Q: Jun. 2020 )
=-108.862/( (3463.945+3335.166)/ 2 )
=-108.862/3399.5555
=-3.20 %

* 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 (Jun. 2020) net income data.

What does a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of -3.20% mean?
Metlifecare (ASX:MEQ) has a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of -3.20% as of Jun. 2020. Return on tangible assets is the ratio of current-period net income to average two-period tangible assets. View historical data on Metlifecare and its competitors.
Is Metlifecare's Return-on-Tangible-Asset too high?
Metlifecare's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is -3.20%. Overall, Metlifecare has a GF Score™ of 4/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Metlifecare's Return-on-Tangible-Asset compare to HCA and DVA?
Metlifecare's Return-on-Tangible-Asset of -3.20% can be compared against companies in the Healthcare Providers & Services industry. The industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 2.43. 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 Healthcare Providers & Services company?
The median Return-on-Tangible-Asset among Healthcare Providers & Services companies is 2.43, based on 683 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. 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 Metlifecare and its competitors. For the Healthcare Providers & Services industry, the median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 2.43 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Metlifecare's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is -3.20%. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Metlifecare stock overvalued right now?
Metlifecare (ASX:MEQ) has a current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of -3.20%. The current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is -3.20%. Metlifecare's overall GF Score™ is 4/100 with 8 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 Metlifecare (ASX:MEQ), the current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is -3.20% as of Jun. 2020. 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.

Metlifecare Business Description

Address 20 Kent Street, Level 4, Newmarket, Auckland, NTL, NZL, 1023
Metlifecare Ltd operates retirement communities throughout New Zealand. It generates revenue from membership fees and rest home, hospital and service, and village fees. Metlifecare's membership fees are paid by residents of independent living units and serviced apartments and allow residents to use common facilities. Its largest single customer is the New Zealand government, which pays fees on behalf of residents eligible for government subsidized elderly care. The majority of Metlifecare's retirement villages are located in Auckland.