Atmus Filtration TechnologiesATMU +1.28%81 Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 14.94% as of Mar. 2026, which is 22% below its 10-year median of 19.18. GuruFocus rates ATMU with a GF Score™ of 81/100 and a GF Value™ of $41.71 (Modestly Overvalued). Among 1,332 Vehicles & Parts companies, Atmus Filtration Technologies ranks better than 96.47% on this metric.
The historical rank and industry rank for Atmus Filtration Technologies's Return-on-Tangible-Asset or its related term are showing as below:
ATMU'
s Return-on-Tangible-Asset Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 16.97 Med: 19.18 Max: 22.28
Current: 16.97
During the past 6 years, Atmus Filtration Technologies's highest Return-on-Tangible-Asset was 22.28%. The lowest was 16.97%. And the median was 19.18%.
ATMU's Return-on-Tangible-Asset is ranked better than 96.47% of 1332
companies
in the Vehicles & Parts industry
Industry Median: 3.125
vs ATMU: 16.97
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.
Atmus Filtration Technologies Return-on-Tangible-Asset Related Terms
Atmus Filtration Technologies Return-on-Tangible-Asset Historical Data
* 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.
ATMU vs QS, DORM, AAP: Return-on-Tangible-Asset Comparison
For the Auto Parts subindustry, Atmus Filtration Technologies'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.
Atmus Filtration Technologies Return-on-Tangible-Asset vs Vehicles & Parts Industry
For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Atmus Filtration Technologies's Return-on-Tangible-Asset distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Atmus Filtration Technologies'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 14.94% mean?
Atmus Filtration Technologies (ATMU) has a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 14.94% 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 Atmus Filtration Technologies and its competitors. This is 22% below median its historical median of 19.18. Over the past decade, Atmus Filtration Technologies' Return-on-Tangible-Asset has ranged from 16.97 to 22.28. According to the industry distribution chart, Atmus Filtration Technologies ranks #47 out of 1332 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 3.5%.
Is Atmus Filtration Technologies' Return-on-Tangible-Asset too high?
Atmus Filtration Technologies' current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 14.94% is 22% below median its 10-year median of 19.18. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 16.97 to a high of 22.28. The Vehicles & Parts industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.13. Atmus Filtration Technologies' value of 14.94% is 378.1% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Atmus Filtration Technologies ranks #47 out of 1332 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Atmus Filtration Technologies has a GF Score™ of 81/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Atmus Filtration Technologies' Return-on-Tangible-Asset compare to QS and DORM?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, Atmus Filtration Technologies ranks #47 out of 1332 companies for Return-on-Tangible-Asset. This places Atmus Filtration Technologies in the top 4% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.13. Atmus Filtration Technologies' value of 14.94% is 378.1% above this benchmark. Historically, Atmus Filtration Technologies' own Return-on-Tangible-Asset has ranged from 16.97 to 22.28 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 19.18 vs. the industry median of 3.13, Atmus Filtration Technologies 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 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. Atmus Filtration Technologies's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 14.94% is 378.1% 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 Atmus Filtration Technologies 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. Atmus Filtration Technologies's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 14.94%, which is 22% below median its own 10-year median of 19.18. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Atmus Filtration Technologies stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Atmus Filtration Technologies (ATMU) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $41.71, compared to a current price of $50.67 — trading 21.5% above its estimated fair value. The current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 14.94%, which is 22% below median its 10-year median of 19.18 and 378.1% above the Vehicles & Parts industry median of 3.13. Atmus Filtration Technologies' overall GF Score™ is 81/100. 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 Atmus Filtration Technologies (ATMU), the current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 14.94% 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 Atmus Filtration Technologies (ATMU) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Atmus Filtration Technologies stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $50.67 is trading 21.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of $41.71.
GuruFocus considers Atmus Filtration Technologies to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for ATMU:
Return-on-Tangible-Asset: 14.94% (22% below median its 10-year median of 19.18)
GF Value™: $41.71 vs. price of $50.67 (21.5% above fair value)
Industry Position: 378.1% above the Vehicles & Parts median (#47 of 1332)
No single metric tells the full story. See the ATMU stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Atmus Filtration Technologies Business Description
Atmus Filtration Technologies Inc manufactures filtration products for on-highway commercial vehicles and off-highway agriculture, construction, mining, and power generation vehicles and equipment. The company designs and manufactures Developed filtration products, principally under the Fleetguard brand, that enable lower emissions and provide asset protection. It designs, manufactures, and sells filters, coolants, and chemical products. The company offers products including air filtration, coolants and chemicals, crankcase ventilation, fuel filtration, fuel cells, lube filtration, and others.
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