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Brimstone InvestmentJSE:BRN 37 Return-on-Tangible-Asset is -0.99% as of Jun. 2026. GuruFocus rates JSE:BRN with a GF Score™ of 37/100 and a GF Value™ of R0.65 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,014 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Brimstone Investment ranks worse than 67.53% 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. Brimstone Investment's annualizedNet Income for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was R-45.3 Mil. Brimstone Investment's average total tangible assets for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was R0.0 Mil. Therefore, Brimstone Investment's annualized Return-on-Tangible-Asset for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was -0.99%.
The historical rank and industry rank for Brimstone Investment's Return-on-Tangible-Asset or its related term are showing as below:
JSE:BRN'
s Return-on-Tangible-Asset Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -2.67 Med: 0.74 Max: 8.32
Current: 0.71
During the past 13 years, Brimstone Investment's highest Return-on-Tangible-Asset was 8.32%. The lowest was -2.67%. And the median was 0.74%.
JSE:BRN's Return-on-Tangible-Asset is ranked worse than 67.53% of 2014
companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 3.53
vs JSE:BRN: 0.71
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.
Brimstone Investment Return-on-Tangible-Asset Related Terms
Brimstone Investment Return-on-Tangible-Asset Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Brimstone Investment'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.
JSE:BRN vs KHC, GIS, MKC: Return-on-Tangible-Asset Comparison
For the Packaged Foods subindustry, Brimstone Investment'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.
Brimstone Investment Return-on-Tangible-Asset vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry
For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Brimstone Investment's Return-on-Tangible-Asset distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Brimstone Investment'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 (Jun. 2026) net income data.
What does a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of -0.99% mean?
Brimstone Investment (JSE:BRN) has a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of -0.99% 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 Brimstone Investment and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Brimstone Investment ranks #1360 out of 2014 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 67.5%.
Is Brimstone Investment's Return-on-Tangible-Asset too high?
Brimstone Investment's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is -0.99%. Based on the distribution chart, Brimstone Investment ranks #1360 out of 2014 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Brimstone Investment has a GF Score™ of 37/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Brimstone Investment's Return-on-Tangible-Asset compare to KHC and GIS?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Brimstone Investment ranks #1360 out of 2014 companies for Return-on-Tangible-Asset. This places Brimstone Investment in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.53. 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median Return-on-Tangible-Asset among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 3.53, based on 2,014 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 Brimstone Investment and its competitors. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.53 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Brimstone Investment's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is -0.99%. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Brimstone Investment stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Brimstone Investment (JSE:BRN) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is R0.65, compared to a current price of R5.28 — trading 712.3% above its estimated fair value. The current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is -0.99%. Brimstone Investment's overall GF Score™ is 37/100 with 8 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 Brimstone Investment (JSE:BRN), the current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is -0.99% 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 Brimstone Investment (JSE:BRN) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Brimstone Investment stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of R5.28 is trading 712.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of R0.65.
GuruFocus considers Brimstone Investment to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for JSE:BRN:
Return-on-Tangible-Asset: -0.99%
GF Value™: R0.65 vs. price of R5.28 (712.3% above fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the JSE:BRN stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Brimstone Investment Corp Ltd is an investment holding company. The company invests in various sectors, including food, financial services, healthcare, clothing, and others. The primary business segments of the Group are Food and Investments. The company generates maximum revenue from the Investment segment. Geographically, the company operates in South Africa, which derives maximum revenue; Australia; Europe; and Other Markets.
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