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Zain Bahrain BSCBAH:ZAINBH 78 Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 4.01% as of Jun. 2026, which is 13% below its 10-year median of 4.60. GuruFocus rates BAH:ZAINBH with a GF Score™ of 78/100 and a GF Value™ of BHD0.12 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 367 Telecommunication Services companies, Zain Bahrain BSC ranks better than 55.59% 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. Zain Bahrain BSC's annualizedNet Income for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was BHD5.54 Mil. Zain Bahrain BSC's average total tangible assets for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was BHD138.29 Mil. Therefore, Zain Bahrain BSC's annualized Return-on-Tangible-Asset for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was 4.01%.
The historical rank and industry rank for Zain Bahrain BSC's Return-on-Tangible-Asset or its related term are showing as below:
BAH:ZAINBH'
s Return-on-Tangible-Asset Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4.14 Med: 4.6 Max: 5.53
Current: 4.5
During the past 13 years, Zain Bahrain BSC's highest Return-on-Tangible-Asset was 5.53%. The lowest was 4.14%. And the median was 4.60%.
BAH:ZAINBH's Return-on-Tangible-Asset is ranked better than 55.59% of 367
companies
in the Telecommunication Services industry
Industry Median: 3.52
vs BAH:ZAINBH: 4.50
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.
Zain Bahrain BSC Return-on-Tangible-Asset Related Terms
Zain Bahrain BSC Return-on-Tangible-Asset Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Zain Bahrain BSC'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.
BAH:ZAINBH vs VZ, TMUS, T: Return-on-Tangible-Asset Comparison
For the Telecom Services subindustry, Zain Bahrain BSC'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.
Zain Bahrain BSC Return-on-Tangible-Asset vs Telecommunication Services Industry
For the Telecommunication Services industry and Communication Services sector, Zain Bahrain BSC's Return-on-Tangible-Asset distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Zain Bahrain BSC'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 (Jun. 2026) net income data.
What does a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 4.01% mean?
Zain Bahrain BSC (BAH:ZAINBH) has a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 4.01% as of Jun. 2026. Return on tangible assets is the ratio of current-period net income to average two-period tangible assets. View historical data on Zain Bahrain BSC and its competitors. This is 13% below median its historical median of 4.60. Over the past decade, Zain Bahrain BSC's Return-on-Tangible-Asset has ranged from 4.14 to 5.53. According to the industry distribution chart, Zain Bahrain BSC ranks #163 out of 367 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, placing it in the top 44.4%.
Is Zain Bahrain BSC's Return-on-Tangible-Asset too high?
Zain Bahrain BSC's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 4.01% is 13% below median its 10-year median of 4.60. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.14 to a high of 5.53. The Telecommunication Services industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.52. Zain Bahrain BSC's value of 4.01% is 13.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Zain Bahrain BSC ranks #163 out of 367 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Zain Bahrain BSC has a GF Score™ of 78/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Zain Bahrain BSC's Return-on-Tangible-Asset compare to VZ and TMUS?
According to the Telecommunication Services industry distribution chart, Zain Bahrain BSC ranks #163 out of 367 companies for Return-on-Tangible-Asset. This puts Zain Bahrain BSC in the upper half of its industry. The industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.52. Zain Bahrain BSC's value of 4.01% is 13.9% above this benchmark. Historically, Zain Bahrain BSC's own Return-on-Tangible-Asset has ranged from 4.14 to 5.53 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 4.60 vs. the industry median of 3.52, Zain Bahrain BSC 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 Telecommunication Services company?
The median Return-on-Tangible-Asset among Telecommunication Services companies is 3.52, based on 367 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. Zain Bahrain BSC's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 4.01% is 13.9% 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 Zain Bahrain BSC and its competitors. For the Telecommunication Services industry, the median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.52 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Zain Bahrain BSC's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 4.01%, which is 13% below median its own 10-year median of 4.60. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Zain Bahrain BSC stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Zain Bahrain BSC (BAH:ZAINBH) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is BHD0.12, compared to a current price of BHD0.12 — trading 3.3% below its estimated fair value. The current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 4.01%, which is 13% below median its 10-year median of 4.60 and 13.9% above the Telecommunication Services industry median of 3.52. Zain Bahrain BSC's overall GF Score™ is 78/100 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 Zain Bahrain BSC (BAH:ZAINBH), the current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 4.01% as of Jun. 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 Zain Bahrain BSC (BAH:ZAINBH) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Zain Bahrain BSC stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of BHD0.12 is trading 3.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of BHD0.12.
GuruFocus considers Zain Bahrain BSC to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for BAH:ZAINBH:
Return-on-Tangible-Asset: 4.01% (13% below median its 10-year median of 4.60)
GF Value™: BHD0.12 vs. price of BHD0.12 (3.3% below fair value)
Industry Position: 13.9% above the Telecommunication Services median (#163 of 367)
No single metric tells the full story. See the BAH:ZAINBH stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Zain Bahrain BSC provides telecommunication and related products and services mainly in the Kingdom of Bahrain. Its business involves three main activities: mobile operation, fixed broadband operation, and trading of handsets and accessories. The company offers: 4G LTE and 5G services through its mobile network, broadband services, ICT and digital lifestyle communications services, and trades in mobile phones, earphones, and other electronic accessories through its e-commerce website. The majority of its revenue is generated from the provision of airtime, data, subscription, and other related services. Geographically, the company operates in Kuwait, Bahrain, Iraq, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Sudan, and South Sudan.
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