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Finbond GroupJSE:FGL +1.12%34 Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 0.79% as of Feb. 2026, which is 20% below its 10-year median of 0.99. GuruFocus rates JSE:FGL with a GF Score™ of 34/100 and a GF Value™ of R0.93 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,529 Banks companies, Finbond Group ranks better than 81.69% 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. Finbond Group's annualizedNet Income for the quarter that ended in Feb. 2026 was R33 Mil. Finbond Group's average total tangible assets for the quarter that ended in Feb. 2026 was R4,187 Mil. Therefore, Finbond Group's annualized Return-on-Tangible-Asset for the quarter that ended in Feb. 2026 was 0.79%.
The historical rank and industry rank for Finbond Group's Return-on-Tangible-Asset or its related term are showing as below:
JSE:FGL'
s Return-on-Tangible-Asset Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -8.5 Med: 0.99 Max: 10.55
Current: 1.66
During the past 13 years, Finbond Group's highest Return-on-Tangible-Asset was 10.55%. The lowest was -8.50%. And the median was 0.99%.
JSE:FGL's Return-on-Tangible-Asset is ranked better than 81.69% of 1529
companies
in the Banks industry
Industry Median: 0.99
vs JSE:FGL: 1.66
Finbond Group (JSE:FGL) 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.
Finbond Group Return-on-Tangible-Asset Related Terms
Finbond Group Return-on-Tangible-Asset Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Finbond Group'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:FGL vs RKT, FNMA, PFSI: Return-on-Tangible-Asset Comparison
For the Mortgage Finance subindustry, Finbond Group'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.
Finbond Group Return-on-Tangible-Asset vs Banks Industry
For the Banks industry and Financial Services sector, Finbond Group's Return-on-Tangible-Asset distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Finbond Group'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 (Feb. 2026) net income data.
What does a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 0.79% mean?
Finbond Group (JSE:FGL) has a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 0.79% as of Feb. 2026. Return on tangible assets is the ratio of current-period net income to average two-period tangible assets. View historical data on Finbond Group and its competitors. This is 20% below median its historical median of 0.99. According to the industry distribution chart, Finbond Group ranks #280 out of 1529 companies in the Banks industry, placing it in the top 18.3%.
Is Finbond Group's Return-on-Tangible-Asset too high?
Finbond Group's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 0.79% is 20% below median its 10-year median of 0.99. The Banks industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 0.99. Finbond Group's value of 0.79% is 20.2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Finbond Group ranks #280 out of 1529 companies in the Banks industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Finbond Group has a GF Score™ of 34/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Finbond Group's Return-on-Tangible-Asset compare to RKT and FNMA?
According to the Banks industry distribution chart, Finbond Group ranks #280 out of 1529 companies for Return-on-Tangible-Asset. This places Finbond Group in the top 18% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 0.99. Finbond Group's value of 0.79% is 20.2% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 0.99 vs. the industry median of 0.99, Finbond Group has consistently been below 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 Banks company?
The median Return-on-Tangible-Asset among Banks companies is 0.99, based on 1,529 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. Finbond Group's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 0.79% is 20.2% below 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 Finbond Group and its competitors. For the Banks 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. Finbond Group's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 0.79%, which is 20% below median its own 10-year median of 0.99. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Finbond Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Finbond Group (JSE:FGL) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is R0.93, compared to a current price of R0.90 — trading 3.2% below its estimated fair value. The current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 0.79%, which is 20% below median its 10-year median of 0.99 and 20.2% below the Banks industry median of 0.99. Finbond Group's overall GF Score™ is 34/100 with 7 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 Finbond Group (JSE:FGL), the current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 0.79% as of Feb. 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 Finbond Group (JSE:FGL) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Finbond Group stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of R0.90 is trading 3.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of R0.93.
GuruFocus considers Finbond Group to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for JSE:FGL:
Return-on-Tangible-Asset: 0.79% (20% below median its 10-year median of 0.99)
GF Value™: R0.93 vs. price of R0.90 (3.2% below fair value)
Industry Position: 20.2% below the Banks median (#280 of 1529)
No single metric tells the full story. See the JSE:FGL stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Finbond Group Ltd is a financial services institution that is engaged in the design and delivery of value and solution-based savings, credit, and insurance solutions tailored to depositor and borrower requirements. The company's business segments are Deposit and Debt Finance Products, Lending, Property investment, and Transactional banking, and Others. It derives key revenue from the Lending segment. Company opertes in USA, South Africa, and Canada, with majority of revenue from USA.
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