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ELANFRA:25E 90 Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 12.92% as of Jun. 2026, which is 4% above its 10-year median of 12.38. GuruFocus rates FRA:25E with a GF Score™ of 90/100 and a GF Value™ of €5.29. The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 679 Healthcare Providers & Services companies, ELAN ranks better than 88.51% 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. ELAN's annualizedNet Income for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was €17.0 Mil. ELAN's average total tangible assets for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was €131.8 Mil. Therefore, ELAN's annualized Return-on-Tangible-Asset for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was 12.92%.
The historical rank and industry rank for ELAN's Return-on-Tangible-Asset or its related term are showing as below:
FRA:25E'
s Return-on-Tangible-Asset Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 10.56 Med: 12.38 Max: 15.03
Current: 13.47
During the past 13 years, ELAN's highest Return-on-Tangible-Asset was 15.03%. The lowest was 10.56%. And the median was 12.38%.
FRA:25E's Return-on-Tangible-Asset is ranked better than 88.51% of 679
companies
in the Healthcare Providers & Services industry
Industry Median: 2.51
vs FRA:25E: 13.47
ELAN (FRA:25E) 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.
ELAN Return-on-Tangible-Asset Related Terms
ELAN Return-on-Tangible-Asset Historical Data
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The historical data trend for ELAN'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.
FRA:25E vs HCA, THC, DVA: Return-on-Tangible-Asset Comparison
For the Medical Care Facilities subindustry, ELAN'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.
ELAN Return-on-Tangible-Asset vs Healthcare Providers & Services Industry
For the Healthcare Providers & Services industry and Healthcare sector, ELAN's Return-on-Tangible-Asset distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where ELAN'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 12.92% mean?
ELAN (FRA:25E) has a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 12.92% 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 ELAN and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 12.38. Over the past decade, ELAN's Return-on-Tangible-Asset has ranged from 10.56 to 15.03. According to the industry distribution chart, ELAN ranks #78 out of 679 companies in the Healthcare Providers & Services industry, placing it in the top 11.5%.
Is ELAN's Return-on-Tangible-Asset too high?
ELAN's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 12.92% is near median its 10-year median of 12.38. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 10.56 to a high of 15.03. The Healthcare Providers & Services industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 2.51. ELAN's value of 12.92% is 414.7% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, ELAN ranks #78 out of 679 companies in the Healthcare Providers & Services industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, ELAN has a GF Score™ of 90/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does ELAN's Return-on-Tangible-Asset compare to HCA and THC?
According to the Healthcare Providers & Services industry distribution chart, ELAN ranks #78 out of 679 companies for Return-on-Tangible-Asset. This places ELAN in the top 12% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 2.51. ELAN's value of 12.92% is 414.7% above this benchmark. Historically, ELAN's own Return-on-Tangible-Asset has ranged from 10.56 to 15.03 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 12.38 vs. the industry median of 2.51, ELAN 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 Healthcare Providers & Services company?
The median Return-on-Tangible-Asset among Healthcare Providers & Services companies is 2.51, based on 679 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. ELAN's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 12.92% is 414.7% 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 ELAN and its competitors. For the Healthcare Providers & Services industry, the median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 2.51 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. ELAN's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 12.92%, which is near median its own 10-year median of 12.38. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is ELAN stock overvalued right now?
ELAN (FRA:25E) has a current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 12.92%. The stock's GF Value™ is €5.29, compared to a current price of €3.90 — trading 26.3% below its estimated fair value. The current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 12.92%, which is near median its 10-year median of 12.38 and 414.7% above the Healthcare Providers & Services industry median of 2.51. ELAN's overall GF Score™ is 90/100 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 ELAN (FRA:25E), the current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 12.92% 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 ELAN (FRA:25E) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, ELAN stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of €3.90 is trading 26.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of €5.29.
Key valuation signals for FRA:25E:
Return-on-Tangible-Asset: 12.92% (near median its 10-year median of 12.38)
GF Value™: €5.29 vs. price of €3.90 (26.3% below fair value)
Industry Position: 414.7% above the Healthcare Providers & Services median (#78 of 679)
No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:25E stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
ELAN Corp operates in the medical industry. The company provides the CS (Care Support) Set service, which combines the rental of clothing and towels, laundry services, and the provision of daily living goods. The service is offered to individuals in hospitals and nursing care facilities, including nursing homes and other care facilities. The CS Set allows users to access clothing, towels, and daily necessities through a combined rental and supply service.
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