Kansai Electric Power CoKAEPF 73 Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 1.62% as of Mar. 2026, which is 13% below its 10-year median of 1.86. GuruFocus rates KAEPF with a GF Score™ of 73/100 and a GF Value™ of $10.32 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 447 Utilities - Independent Power Producers companies, Kansai Electric Power Co ranks better than 71.59% 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. Kansai Electric Power Co's annualizedNet Income for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $1,005 Mil. Kansai Electric Power Co's average total tangible assets for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $62,129 Mil. Therefore, Kansai Electric Power Co's annualized Return-on-Tangible-Asset for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 1.62%.
The historical rank and industry rank for Kansai Electric Power Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset or its related term are showing as below:
KAEPF'
s Return-on-Tangible-Asset Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.2 Med: 1.86 Max: 4.96
Current: 3.94
During the past 13 years, Kansai Electric Power Co's highest Return-on-Tangible-Asset was 4.96%. The lowest was 0.20%. And the median was 1.86%.
KAEPF's Return-on-Tangible-Asset is ranked better than 71.59% of 447
companies
in the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry
Industry Median: 1.29
vs KAEPF: 3.94
Kansai Electric Power Co (OTCPK:KAEPF) 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.
Kansai Electric Power Co Return-on-Tangible-Asset Related Terms
Kansai Electric Power Co Return-on-Tangible-Asset Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Kansai Electric Power 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.
Kansai Electric Power Co Return-on-Tangible-Asset Chart
Kansai Electric Power Co Return-on-Tangible-Asset Competitor Comparison
For the Utilities - Renewable subindustry, Kansai Electric Power 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.
Kansai Electric Power Co Return-on-Tangible-Asset vs Utilities - Independent Power Producers Industry
For the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry and Utilities sector, Kansai Electric Power Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Kansai Electric Power 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 (Mar. 2026) net income data.
What does a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 1.62% mean?
Kansai Electric Power Co (KAEPF) has a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 1.62% as of Mar. 2026. Return on tangible assets is the ratio of current-period net income to average two-period tangible assets. View historical data on Kansai Electric Power Co and its competitors. This is 13% below median its historical median of 1.86. Over the past decade, Kansai Electric Power Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset has ranged from 0.20 to 4.96. According to the industry distribution chart, Kansai Electric Power Co ranks #127 out of 447 companies in the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry, placing it in the top 28.4%.
Is Kansai Electric Power Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset too high?
Kansai Electric Power Co's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 1.62% is 13% below median its 10-year median of 1.86. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.20 to a high of 4.96. The Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 1.29. Kansai Electric Power Co's value of 1.62% is 25.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Kansai Electric Power Co ranks #127 out of 447 companies in the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Kansai Electric Power Co has a GF Score™ of 73/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Kansai Electric Power Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset compare to competitors?
According to the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry distribution chart, Kansai Electric Power Co ranks #127 out of 447 companies for Return-on-Tangible-Asset. This puts Kansai Electric Power Co in the upper half of its industry. The industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 1.29. Kansai Electric Power Co's value of 1.62% is 25.6% above this benchmark. Historically, Kansai Electric Power Co's own Return-on-Tangible-Asset has ranged from 0.20 to 4.96 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 1.86 vs. the industry median of 1.29, Kansai Electric Power Co 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 an Utilities - Independent Power Producers company?
The median Return-on-Tangible-Asset among Utilities - Independent Power Producers companies is 1.29, based on 447 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. Kansai Electric Power Co's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 1.62% is 25.6% 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 Kansai Electric Power Co and its competitors. For the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry, the median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 1.29 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Kansai Electric Power Co's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 1.62%, which is 13% below median its own 10-year median of 1.86. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Kansai Electric Power Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kansai Electric Power Co (KAEPF) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $10.32, compared to a current price of $14.15 — trading 37.1% above its estimated fair value. The current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 1.62%, which is 13% below median its 10-year median of 1.86 and 25.6% above the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry median of 1.29. Kansai Electric Power Co's overall GF Score™ is 73/100 with 4 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 Kansai Electric Power Co (KAEPF), the current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 1.62% as of Mar. 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 Kansai Electric Power Co (KAEPF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kansai Electric Power Co stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $14.15 is trading 37.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of $10.32.
GuruFocus considers Kansai Electric Power Co to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for KAEPF:
Return-on-Tangible-Asset: 1.62% (13% below median its 10-year median of 1.86)
GF Value™: $10.32 vs. price of $14.15 (37.1% above fair value)
Industry Position: 25.6% above the Utilities - Independent Power Producers median (#127 of 447)
No single metric tells the full story. See the KAEPF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Kansai Electric Power Co Inc is a Japan-based company that provides energy and information technology solutions. The company operates in four business segments. The Energy segment offers electricity, gas, and utility solutions. The Information and Communications segment provides comprehensive communication services. The Lifestyle/Business Solutions segment delivers consumer and business-related services. The Power Transmission and Distribution segment ensures a safe and reliable electricity supply from a neutral and fair standpoint. It generates the majority of its revenue from the Energy business segment.
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