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AntofagastaFRA:FG1 +3.59%87 Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 6.35% as of Dec. 2025, which is 53% above its 10-year median of 4.14. GuruFocus rates FRA:FG1 with a GF Score™ of 87/100 and a GF Value™ of €28.76 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,666 Metals & Mining companies, Antofagasta ranks better than 83.38% 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. Antofagasta's annualizedNet Income for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was €1,379 Mil. Antofagasta's average total tangible assets for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was €21,717 Mil. Therefore, Antofagasta's annualized Return-on-Tangible-Asset for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was 6.35%.
The historical rank and industry rank for Antofagasta's Return-on-Tangible-Asset or its related term are showing as below:
FRA:FG1'
s Return-on-Tangible-Asset Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 1.26 Med: 4.14 Max: 9
Current: 5.35
During the past 13 years, Antofagasta's highest Return-on-Tangible-Asset was 9.00%. The lowest was 1.26%. And the median was 4.14%.
FRA:FG1's Return-on-Tangible-Asset is ranked better than 83.38% of 2666
companies
in the Metals & Mining industry
Industry Median: -17.26
vs FRA:FG1: 5.35
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.
Antofagasta Return-on-Tangible-Asset Related Terms
Antofagasta Return-on-Tangible-Asset Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Antofagasta'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:FG1 vs SCCO, FCX: Return-on-Tangible-Asset Comparison
For the Copper subindustry, Antofagasta'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.
Antofagasta Return-on-Tangible-Asset vs Metals & Mining Industry
For the Metals & Mining industry and Basic Materials sector, Antofagasta's Return-on-Tangible-Asset distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Antofagasta'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 two times the semi-annual (Dec. 2025) net income data.
What does a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 6.35% mean?
Antofagasta (FRA:FG1) has a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 6.35% as of Dec. 2025. Return on tangible assets is the ratio of current-period net income to average two-period tangible assets. View historical data on Antofagasta and its competitors. This is 53% above median its historical median of 4.14. Over the past decade, Antofagasta's Return-on-Tangible-Asset has ranged from 1.26 to 9.00. According to the industry distribution chart, Antofagasta ranks #443 out of 2666 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, placing it in the top 16.6%.
Is Antofagasta's Return-on-Tangible-Asset too high?
Antofagasta's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 6.35% is 53% above median its 10-year median of 4.14. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.26 to a high of 9.00. Based on the distribution chart, Antofagasta ranks #443 out of 2666 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Antofagasta has a GF Score™ of 87/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Antofagasta's Return-on-Tangible-Asset compare to SCCO and FCX?
According to the Metals & Mining industry distribution chart, Antofagasta ranks #443 out of 2666 companies for Return-on-Tangible-Asset. This places Antofagasta in the top 17% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. Historically, Antofagasta's own Return-on-Tangible-Asset has ranged from 1.26 to 9.00 over the past decade. 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 Antofagasta and its competitors. Antofagasta's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 6.35%, which is 53% above median its own 10-year median of 4.14. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Antofagasta stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Antofagasta (FRA:FG1) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €28.76, compared to a current price of €42.69 — trading 48.4% above its estimated fair value. The current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 6.35%, which is 53% above median its 10-year median of 4.14. Antofagasta's overall GF Score™ is 87/100 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 Antofagasta (FRA:FG1), the current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 6.35% as of Dec. 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 Antofagasta (FRA:FG1) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Antofagasta stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of €42.69 is trading 48.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of €28.76.
GuruFocus considers Antofagasta to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for FRA:FG1:
Return-on-Tangible-Asset: 6.35% (53% above median its 10-year median of 4.14)
GF Value™: €28.76 vs. price of €42.69 (48.4% above fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:FG1 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Antofagasta PLC is a Chilean copper mining company. The company operates four copper mines in Chile, two of which produce volumes of by-products. The company also has a portfolio of growth opportunities located mainly in Chile. In addition to mining, the company has a transport division providing rail and road cargo services in northern Chile to mining customers. Geographically, the company's operations are located in the Antofagasta Region of northern Chile except for its flagship operation, Los Pelambres, which is in the Coquimbo Region of central Chile. The operating business segments are Los Pelambres, Centinela, Antucoya, Zaldivar, Exploration and evaluation, Corporate and other items, and Transport division.
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