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Compass Minerals InternationalCMP +1.84%62 Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.56% as of Mar. 2026, which is 151% above its 10-year median of 1.42. GuruFocus rates CMP with a GF Score™ of 62/100 and a GF Value™ of $19.92 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,664 Metals & Mining companies, Compass Minerals International ranks better than 76.16% on this metric.
The historical rank and industry rank for Compass Minerals International's Return-on-Tangible-Asset or its related term are showing as below:
CMP'
s Return-on-Tangible-Asset Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -13.04 Med: 1.42 Max: 9.63
Current: 0.48
During the past 13 years, Compass Minerals International's highest Return-on-Tangible-Asset was 9.63%. The lowest was -13.04%. And the median was 1.42%.
CMP's Return-on-Tangible-Asset is ranked better than 76.16% of 2664
companies
in the Metals & Mining industry
Industry Median: -17.41
vs CMP: 0.48
Compass Minerals International (NYSE:CMP) 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.
Compass Minerals International Return-on-Tangible-Asset Related Terms
Compass Minerals International 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.
Compass Minerals International Return-on-Tangible-Asset Chart
CMP vs CRML, UAMY, NEXA: Return-on-Tangible-Asset Comparison
For the Other Industrial Metals & Mining subindustry, Compass Minerals 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.
Compass Minerals International Return-on-Tangible-Asset vs Metals & Mining Industry
For the Metals & Mining industry and Basic Materials sector, Compass Minerals International's Return-on-Tangible-Asset distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Compass Minerals 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 3.56% mean?
Compass Minerals International (CMP) has a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 3.56% 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 Compass Minerals International and its competitors. This is 151% above median its historical median of 1.42. According to the industry distribution chart, Compass Minerals International ranks #635 out of 2664 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, placing it in the top 23.8%.
Is Compass Minerals International's Return-on-Tangible-Asset too high?
Compass Minerals International's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 3.56% is 151% above median its 10-year median of 1.42. Based on the distribution chart, Compass Minerals International ranks #635 out of 2664 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Compass Minerals International has a GF Score™ of 62/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Compass Minerals International's Return-on-Tangible-Asset compare to CRML and UAMY?
According to the Metals & Mining industry distribution chart, Compass Minerals International ranks #635 out of 2664 companies for Return-on-Tangible-Asset. This places Compass Minerals International in the top 24% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. 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 Metals & Mining company?
A good Return-on-Tangible-Asset depends on the Metals & Mining industry context. However, Return-on-Tangible-Asset should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. 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 Compass Minerals International and its competitors. Compass Minerals International's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.56%, which is 151% above median its own 10-year median of 1.42. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Compass Minerals International stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Compass Minerals International (CMP) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $19.92, compared to a current price of $29.91 — trading 50.2% above its estimated fair value. The current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.56%, which is 151% above median its 10-year median of 1.42. Compass Minerals International's overall GF Score™ is 62/100 with 9 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 Compass Minerals International (CMP), the current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.56% 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 Compass Minerals International (CMP) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Compass Minerals International stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $29.91 is trading 50.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of $19.92.
GuruFocus considers Compass Minerals International to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for CMP:
Return-on-Tangible-Asset: 3.56% (151% above median its 10-year median of 1.42)
GF Value™: $19.92 vs. price of $29.91 (50.2% above fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CMP stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Compass Minerals International Business Description
Compass Minerals currently produces two primary products: salt and specialty potash fertilizer. The company's main assets include rock salt mines in Ontario, Louisiana, and the United Kingdom. The fertilizer is produced from a brine operation at the Great Salt Lake in Utah that produces sulfate of potash and magnesium chloride. Compass' salt products are used for deicing and also by industrial and consumer end markets. The firm's sulfate of potash is used by growers of high-value crops that are sensitive to standard potash.
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