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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. Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's annualizedNet Income for the quarter that ended in May. 2026 was $-3.26 Mil. Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's average total tangible assets for the quarter that ended in May. 2026 was $20.03 Mil. Therefore, Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's annualized Return-on-Tangible-Asset for the quarter that ended in May. 2026 was -16.25%.
The historical rank and industry rank for Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset or its related term are showing as below:
JCTC'
s Return-on-Tangible-Asset Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -35.07 Med: 10.01 Max: 13.19
Current: -35.07
During the past 13 years, Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's highest Return-on-Tangible-Asset was 13.19%. The lowest was -35.07%. And the median was 10.01%.
JCTC's Return-on-Tangible-Asset is ranked worse than 98.26% of 288
companies
in the Forest Products industry
Industry Median: 0.985
vs JCTC: -35.07
Jewett-Cameron Trading Co (NAS:JCTC) 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.
Jewett-Cameron Trading Co Return-on-Tangible-Asset Related Terms
Jewett-Cameron Trading Co Return-on-Tangible-Asset Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Jewett-Cameron Trading Co'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.
Jewett-Cameron Trading Co Return-on-Tangible-Asset Chart
JCTC vs ITP, SSD, UFPI: Return-on-Tangible-Asset Comparison
For the Lumber & Wood Production subindustry, Jewett-Cameron Trading Co'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.
Jewett-Cameron Trading Co Return-on-Tangible-Asset vs Forest Products Industry
For the Forest Products industry and Basic Materials sector, Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Jewett-Cameron Trading Co'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 (May. 2026) net income data.
What does a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of -16.25% mean?
Jewett-Cameron Trading Co (JCTC) has a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of -16.25% as of May. 2026. Return on tangible assets is the ratio of current-period net income to average two-period tangible assets. View historical data on Jewett-Cameron Trading Co and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Jewett-Cameron Trading Co ranks #283 out of 288 companies in the Forest Products industry, placing it in the top 98.3%.
Is Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset too high?
Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is -16.25%. Based on the distribution chart, Jewett-Cameron Trading Co ranks #283 out of 288 companies in the Forest Products industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Jewett-Cameron Trading Co has a GF Score™ of 65/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset compare to ITP and SSD?
According to the Forest Products industry distribution chart, Jewett-Cameron Trading Co ranks #283 out of 288 companies for Return-on-Tangible-Asset. This places Jewett-Cameron Trading Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 0.99. 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 Forest Products company?
The median Return-on-Tangible-Asset among Forest Products companies is 0.99, based on 288 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. 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 Jewett-Cameron Trading Co and its competitors. For the Forest Products industry, the median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 0.99 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is -16.25%. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Jewett-Cameron Trading Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Jewett-Cameron Trading Co (JCTC) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $3.32, compared to a current price of $2.81 — trading 15.5% below its estimated fair value. The current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is -16.25%. Jewett-Cameron Trading Co's overall GF Score™ is 65/100 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 Jewett-Cameron Trading Co (JCTC), the current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is -16.25% as of May. 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 Jewett-Cameron Trading Co (JCTC) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Jewett-Cameron Trading Co stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $2.81 is trading 15.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of $3.32.
GuruFocus considers Jewett-Cameron Trading Co to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for JCTC:
Return-on-Tangible-Asset: -16.25%
GF Value™: $3.32 vs. price of $2.81 (15.5% below fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the JCTC stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Jewett-Cameron Trading Co Ltd through its subsidiaries engages in the wholesale distribution of a variety of specialty wood products. Its operating segments include, The Industrial wood products segment is engaged in the processing and distribution of industrial wood products. The Pet Fencing and Other segment, which is the key revenue driver, operates as a wholesaler of wood products and a manufacturer and distributor of specialty metal products. The Seed processing and sales segment processes and distributes agricultural seed and Corporate and administrative. The company predominantly operates in the United States and also has a presence in Canada, Latin America, Europe and Asia Pacific, and other regions.
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