Compx InternationalCIX -2.63%73 Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 17.66% as of Mar. 2026, which is 63% above its 10-year median of 10.85. GuruFocus rates CIX with a GF Score™ of 73/100 and a GF Value™ of $24.04 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,096 Business Services companies, Compx International ranks better than 87.32% 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. Compx International's annualizedNet Income for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $23.4 Mil. Compx International's average total tangible assets for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $132.5 Mil. Therefore, Compx International's annualized Return-on-Tangible-Asset for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 17.66%.
The historical rank and industry rank for Compx International's Return-on-Tangible-Asset or its related term are showing as below:
CIX'
s Return-on-Tangible-Asset Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 6.55 Med: 10.85 Max: 14.97
Current: 14.97
During the past 13 years, Compx International's highest Return-on-Tangible-Asset was 14.97%. The lowest was 6.55%. And the median was 10.85%.
CIX's Return-on-Tangible-Asset is ranked better than 87.32% of 1096
companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 3.92
vs CIX: 14.97
Compx International (AMEX:CIX) 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 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.
Compx International Return-on-Tangible-Asset Related Terms
Compx International Return-on-Tangible-Asset Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Compx International'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.
Compx International Return-on-Tangible-Asset Chart
CIX vs NL, BAER, YOOV: Return-on-Tangible-Asset Comparison
For the Security & Protection Services subindustry, Compx International'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.
Compx International Return-on-Tangible-Asset vs Business Services Industry
For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, Compx International's Return-on-Tangible-Asset distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Compx International'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 17.66% mean?
Compx International (CIX) has a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 17.66% 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 Compx International and its competitors. This is 63% above median its historical median of 10.85. Over the past decade, Compx International's Return-on-Tangible-Asset has ranged from 6.55 to 14.97. According to the industry distribution chart, Compx International ranks #139 out of 1096 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 12.7%.
Is Compx International's Return-on-Tangible-Asset too high?
Compx International's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 17.66% is 63% above median its 10-year median of 10.85. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 6.55 to a high of 14.97. The Business Services industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.92. Compx International's value of 17.66% is 350.5% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Compx International ranks #139 out of 1096 companies in the Business Services industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Compx International has a GF Score™ of 73/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Compx International's Return-on-Tangible-Asset compare to NL and BAER?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, Compx International ranks #139 out of 1096 companies for Return-on-Tangible-Asset. This places Compx International in the top 13% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.92. Compx International's value of 17.66% is 350.5% above this benchmark. Historically, Compx International's own Return-on-Tangible-Asset has ranged from 6.55 to 14.97 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 10.85 vs. the industry median of 3.92, Compx International 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 3.92, based on 1,096 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. Compx International's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 17.66% is 350.5% 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 Compx International and its competitors. For the Business Services industry, the median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.92 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Compx International's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 17.66%, which is 63% above median its own 10-year median of 10.85. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Compx International stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Compx International (CIX) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $24.04, compared to a current price of $25.58 — trading 6.4% above its estimated fair value. The current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 17.66%, which is 63% above median its 10-year median of 10.85 and 350.5% above the Business Services industry median of 3.92. Compx International's overall GF Score™ is 73/100 with 2 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 Compx International (CIX), the current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 17.66% 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 Compx International (CIX) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Compx International stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $25.58 is trading 6.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of $24.04.
GuruFocus considers Compx International to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for CIX:
Return-on-Tangible-Asset: 17.66% (63% above median its 10-year median of 10.85)
GF Value™: $24.04 vs. price of $25.58 (6.4% above fair value)
Industry Position: 350.5% above the Business Services median (#139 of 1096)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CIX stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Compx International Inc is a manufacturer of security products. Its security products are used in recreational transportation, postal, office & institutional furniture, cabinetry, tool storage, healthcare, and a variety of other industries. Also, it is engaged in the manufacturing of stainless steel exhaust systems, gauges, throttle controls, and trim tabs for the recreational marine industry. The company's reportable operating segment includes Security Products and Marine Components. It generates maximum revenue from the Security Products segment, which manufactures mechanical and electrical cabinet locks and other locking mechanisms. Geographically, the company generates maximum revenue from the United States, followed by Canada, Mexico, and other markets.
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