bebe storesBDST 50 Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 27.20% as of Jun. 2025, which is 46% above its 10-year median of 18.65. GuruFocus rates BDST with a GF Score™ of 50/100 and a GF Value™ of $2.23 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,095 Business Services companies, bebe stores ranks better than 96.53% 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. bebe stores's annualizedNet Income for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2025 was $13.90 Mil. bebe stores's average total tangible assets for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2025 was $51.10 Mil. Therefore, bebe stores's annualized Return-on-Tangible-Asset for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2025 was 27.20%.
The historical rank and industry rank for bebe stores's Return-on-Tangible-Asset or its related term are showing as below:
BDST'
s Return-on-Tangible-Asset Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -119.81 Med: 18.65 Max: 51.76
Current: 27.2
During the past 13 years, bebe stores's highest Return-on-Tangible-Asset was 51.76%. The lowest was -119.81%. And the median was 18.65%.
BDST's Return-on-Tangible-Asset is ranked better than 96.53% of 1095
companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 3.87
vs BDST: 27.20
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.
bebe stores Return-on-Tangible-Asset Related Terms
bebe stores Return-on-Tangible-Asset Historical Data
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The historical data trend for bebe stores'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.
BDST vs AITX, DWAY, AIHS: Return-on-Tangible-Asset Comparison
For the Rental & Leasing Services subindustry, bebe stores'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.
bebe stores Return-on-Tangible-Asset vs Business Services Industry
For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, bebe stores's Return-on-Tangible-Asset distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where bebe stores'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 one times the annual (Jun. 2025) net income data.
What does a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 27.20% mean?
bebe stores (BDST) has a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 27.20% as of Jun. 2025. Return on tangible assets is the ratio of current-period net income to average two-period tangible assets. View historical data on bebe stores and its competitors. This is 46% above median its historical median of 18.65. According to the industry distribution chart, bebe stores ranks #38 out of 1095 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 3.5%.
Is bebe stores' Return-on-Tangible-Asset too high?
bebe stores' current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 27.20% is 46% above median its 10-year median of 18.65. The Business Services industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.87. bebe stores' value of 27.20% is 602.8% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, bebe stores ranks #38 out of 1095 companies in the Business Services industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, bebe stores has a GF Score™ of 50/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does bebe stores' Return-on-Tangible-Asset compare to AITX and DWAY?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, bebe stores ranks #38 out of 1095 companies for Return-on-Tangible-Asset. This places bebe stores in the top 4% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.87. bebe stores' value of 27.20% is 602.8% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 18.65 vs. the industry median of 3.87, bebe stores 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 Business Services company?
The median Return-on-Tangible-Asset among Business Services companies is 3.87, based on 1,095 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. bebe stores's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 27.20% is 602.8% 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 bebe stores and its competitors. For the Business Services industry, the median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.87 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. bebe stores's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 27.20%, which is 46% above median its own 10-year median of 18.65. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is bebe stores stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, bebe stores (BDST) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $2.23, compared to a current price of $0.31 — trading 86.1% below its estimated fair value. The current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 27.20%, which is 46% above median its 10-year median of 18.65 and 602.8% above the Business Services industry median of 3.87. bebe stores' overall GF Score™ is 50/100 with 3 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 bebe stores (BDST), the current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 27.20% as of Jun. 2025. 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 bebe stores (BDST) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, bebe stores stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $0.31 is trading 86.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of $2.23.
GuruFocus considers bebe stores to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for BDST:
Return-on-Tangible-Asset: 27.20% (46% above median its 10-year median of 18.65)
GF Value™: $2.23 vs. price of $0.31 (86.1% below fair value)
Industry Position: 602.8% above the Business Services median (#38 of 1095)
No single metric tells the full story. See the BDST stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
bebe stores Inc operates through a network of Buddy's Home Furnishings franchise stores located across the Southeastern U.S. These stores provide furniture, appliances, electronics, and accessories to consumers through both retail sales and rent-to-own agreements. It prominently focuses on women's fashion apparel and accessories. The company generates the majority of its revenue through Rental income by renting its merchandise, such as furniture, appliances and consumer electronics to customers.
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