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MarcopoloBSP:POMO3 -1.41%78 Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 11.43% as of Mar. 2026, which is 111% above its 10-year median of 5.42. GuruFocus rates BSP:POMO3 with a GF Score™ of 78/100 and a GF Value™ of R$6.29 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 213 Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery companies, Marcopolo ranks better than 92.49% 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. Marcopolo's annualizedNet Income for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was R$1,064 Mil. Marcopolo's average total tangible assets for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was R$9,315 Mil. Therefore, Marcopolo's annualized Return-on-Tangible-Asset for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 11.43%.
The historical rank and industry rank for Marcopolo's Return-on-Tangible-Asset or its related term are showing as below:
BSP:POMO3'
s Return-on-Tangible-Asset Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 1.56 Med: 5.42 Max: 14.25
Current: 13.57
During the past 13 years, Marcopolo's highest Return-on-Tangible-Asset was 14.25%. The lowest was 1.56%. And the median was 5.42%.
BSP:POMO3's Return-on-Tangible-Asset is ranked better than 92.49% of 213
companies
in the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry
Industry Median: 3.9
vs BSP:POMO3: 13.57
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.
Marcopolo Return-on-Tangible-Asset Related Terms
Marcopolo Return-on-Tangible-Asset Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Marcopolo'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.
BSP:POMO3 vs CAT, DE, PCAR: Return-on-Tangible-Asset Comparison
For the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery subindustry, Marcopolo'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.
Marcopolo Return-on-Tangible-Asset vs Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery Industry
For the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry and Industrials sector, Marcopolo's Return-on-Tangible-Asset distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Marcopolo'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 11.43% mean?
Marcopolo (BSP:POMO3) has a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 11.43% 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 Marcopolo and its competitors. This is 111% above median its historical median of 5.42. Over the past decade, Marcopolo's Return-on-Tangible-Asset has ranged from 1.56 to 14.25. According to the industry distribution chart, Marcopolo ranks #16 out of 213 companies in the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry, placing it in the top 7.5%.
Is Marcopolo's Return-on-Tangible-Asset too high?
Marcopolo's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 11.43% is 111% above median its 10-year median of 5.42. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.56 to a high of 14.25. The Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.90. Marcopolo's value of 11.43% is 193.1% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Marcopolo ranks #16 out of 213 companies in the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Marcopolo has a GF Score™ of 78/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Marcopolo's Return-on-Tangible-Asset compare to CAT and DE?
According to the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry distribution chart, Marcopolo ranks #16 out of 213 companies for Return-on-Tangible-Asset. This places Marcopolo in the top 8% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.90. Marcopolo's value of 11.43% is 193.1% above this benchmark. Historically, Marcopolo's own Return-on-Tangible-Asset has ranged from 1.56 to 14.25 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 5.42 vs. the industry median of 3.90, Marcopolo 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 Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery company?
The median Return-on-Tangible-Asset among Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery companies is 3.90, based on 213 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. Marcopolo's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 11.43% is 193.1% 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 Marcopolo and its competitors. For the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry, the median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.90 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Marcopolo's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 11.43%, which is 111% above median its own 10-year median of 5.42. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Marcopolo stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Marcopolo (BSP:POMO3) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is R$6.29, compared to a current price of R$4.21 — trading 33.1% below its estimated fair value. The current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 11.43%, which is 111% above median its 10-year median of 5.42 and 193.1% above the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry median of 3.90. Marcopolo's overall GF Score™ is 78/100 with 5 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 Marcopolo (BSP:POMO3), the current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 11.43% 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 Marcopolo (BSP:POMO3) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Marcopolo stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of R$4.21 is trading 33.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of R$6.29.
GuruFocus considers Marcopolo to be Significantly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for BSP:POMO3:
Return-on-Tangible-Asset: 11.43% (111% above median its 10-year median of 5.42)
GF Value™: R$6.29 vs. price of R$4.21 (33.1% below fair value)
Industry Position: 193.1% above the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery median (#16 of 213)
No single metric tells the full story. See the BSP:POMO3 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Marcopolo SA is a Brazilian auto manufacturer. It is engaged in the manufacture and sale of buses, bus bodies, and components. The company's product line covers a wide variety of models, consisting of the coach, city, and micro bus groups, as well as the Volare micro bus family (complete bus, with chassis and body), electric and hybrid buses. It operates in two segments: Industrial and Financial. The majority of the company's revenue is generated from the Industrial segment, which produces buses, bus bodies, and spare parts. The Financial segment is responsible for financing operations through its wholly owned subsidiary. Geographically, it derives maximum revenue from Brazil, and the rest from the United States, Africa, Argentina, Australia, China, the UAE, and Mexico.
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