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International SteelsKAR:ISL -0.26%75 Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 5.81% as of Mar. 2026, which is 26% below its 10-year median of 7.83. GuruFocus rates KAR:ISL with a GF Score™ of 75/100 and a GF Value™ of ₨100.39 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 635 Steel companies, International Steels ranks better than 77.64% 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. International Steels's annualizedNet Income for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was ₨3,172 Mil. International Steels's average total tangible assets for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was ₨54,560 Mil. Therefore, International Steels's annualized Return-on-Tangible-Asset for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 5.81%.
The historical rank and industry rank for International Steels's Return-on-Tangible-Asset or its related term are showing as below:
KAR:ISL'
s Return-on-Tangible-Asset Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 1.2 Med: 7.83 Max: 17.66
Current: 5.8
During the past 13 years, International Steels's highest Return-on-Tangible-Asset was 17.66%. The lowest was 1.20%. And the median was 7.83%.
KAR:ISL's Return-on-Tangible-Asset is ranked better than 77.64% of 635
companies
in the Steel industry
Industry Median: 2.07
vs KAR:ISL: 5.80
International Steels (KAR:ISL) 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.
International Steels Return-on-Tangible-Asset Related Terms
International Steels Return-on-Tangible-Asset Historical Data
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The historical data trend for International Steels'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.
International Steels Return-on-Tangible-Asset Chart
KAR:ISL vs NUE, STLD, RS: Return-on-Tangible-Asset Comparison
For the Steel subindustry, International Steels'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.
International Steels Return-on-Tangible-Asset vs Steel Industry
For the Steel industry and Basic Materials sector, International Steels's Return-on-Tangible-Asset distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where International Steels'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 5.81% mean?
International Steels (KAR:ISL) has a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 5.81% 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 International Steels and its competitors. This is 26% below median its historical median of 7.83. Over the past decade, International Steels' Return-on-Tangible-Asset has ranged from 1.20 to 17.66. According to the industry distribution chart, International Steels ranks #142 out of 635 companies in the Steel industry, placing it in the top 22.4%.
Is International Steels' Return-on-Tangible-Asset too high?
International Steels' current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 5.81% is 26% below median its 10-year median of 7.83. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.20 to a high of 17.66. The Steel industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 2.07. International Steels' value of 5.81% is 180.7% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, International Steels ranks #142 out of 635 companies in the Steel industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, International Steels has a GF Score™ of 75/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does International Steels' Return-on-Tangible-Asset compare to NUE and STLD?
According to the Steel industry distribution chart, International Steels ranks #142 out of 635 companies for Return-on-Tangible-Asset. This places International Steels in the top 22% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 2.07. International Steels' value of 5.81% is 180.7% above this benchmark. Historically, International Steels' own Return-on-Tangible-Asset has ranged from 1.20 to 17.66 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 7.83 vs. the industry median of 2.07, International Steels 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 a Steel company?
The median Return-on-Tangible-Asset among Steel companies is 2.07, based on 635 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. International Steels's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 5.81% is 180.7% 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 International Steels and its competitors. For the Steel industry, the median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 2.07 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. International Steels's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 5.81%, which is 26% below median its own 10-year median of 7.83. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is International Steels stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, International Steels (KAR:ISL) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₨100.39, compared to a current price of ₨88.21 — trading 12.1% below its estimated fair value. The current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 5.81%, which is 26% below median its 10-year median of 7.83 and 180.7% above the Steel industry median of 2.07. International Steels' overall GF Score™ is 75/100 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 International Steels (KAR:ISL), the current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 5.81% 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 International Steels (KAR:ISL) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, International Steels stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of ₨88.21 is trading 12.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₨100.39.
GuruFocus considers International Steels to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for KAR:ISL:
Return-on-Tangible-Asset: 5.81% (26% below median its 10-year median of 7.83)
GF Value™: ₨100.39 vs. price of ₨88.21 (12.1% below fair value)
Industry Position: 180.7% above the Steel median (#142 of 635)
No single metric tells the full story. See the KAR:ISL stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
International Steels Ltd manufactures steel products. The company produces cold rolled, galvanized, and colour coated steel coils and sheets. The company serves industries like construction, appliances, automotive, agricultural implements, and packaging. Geographically, it caters to both domestic and international markets, of which a majority of its revenue is generated from domestic sales.
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