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M&ZMAL:MZ 37 Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 17.08% as of Dec. 2025, which is 43% above its 10-year median of 11.96. GuruFocus rates MAL:MZ with a GF Score™ of 37/100 and a GF Value™ of €0.65 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 313 Retail - Defensive companies, M&Z ranks better than 96.49% 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. M&Z's annualizedNet Income for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was €2.94 Mil. M&Z's average total tangible assets for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was €17.21 Mil. Therefore, M&Z's annualized Return-on-Tangible-Asset for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was 17.08%.
The historical rank and industry rank for M&Z's Return-on-Tangible-Asset or its related term are showing as below:
MAL:MZ'
s Return-on-Tangible-Asset Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 8.78 Med: 11.96 Max: 18.02
Current: 17.89
During the past 5 years, M&Z's highest Return-on-Tangible-Asset was 18.02%. The lowest was 8.78%. And the median was 11.96%.
MAL:MZ's Return-on-Tangible-Asset is ranked better than 96.49% of 313
companies
in the Retail - Defensive industry
Industry Median: 3.85
vs MAL:MZ: 17.89
M&Z (MAL:MZ) 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.
M&Z Return-on-Tangible-Asset Related Terms
M&Z Return-on-Tangible-Asset Historical Data
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The historical data trend for M&Z'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.
MAL:MZ vs SYY, USFD, PFGC: Return-on-Tangible-Asset Comparison
For the Food Distribution subindustry, M&Z'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.
M&Z Return-on-Tangible-Asset vs Retail - Defensive Industry
For the Retail - Defensive industry and Consumer Defensive sector, M&Z's Return-on-Tangible-Asset distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where M&Z'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 (Dec. 2025) net income data.
What does a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 17.08% mean?
M&Z (MAL:MZ) has a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 17.08% as of Dec. 2025. Return on tangible assets is the ratio of current-period net income to average two-period tangible assets. View historical data on M&Z and its competitors. This is 43% above median its historical median of 11.96. Over the past decade, M&Z's Return-on-Tangible-Asset has ranged from 8.78 to 18.02. According to the industry distribution chart, M&Z ranks #11 out of 313 companies in the Retail - Defensive industry, placing it in the top 3.5%.
Is M&Z's Return-on-Tangible-Asset too high?
M&Z's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 17.08% is 43% above median its 10-year median of 11.96. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 8.78 to a high of 18.02. The Retail - Defensive industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.85. M&Z's value of 17.08% is 343.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, M&Z ranks #11 out of 313 companies in the Retail - Defensive industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, M&Z has a GF Score™ of 37/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does M&Z's Return-on-Tangible-Asset compare to SYY and USFD?
According to the Retail - Defensive industry distribution chart, M&Z ranks #11 out of 313 companies for Return-on-Tangible-Asset. This places M&Z in the top 4% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.85. M&Z's value of 17.08% is 343.6% above this benchmark. Historically, M&Z's own Return-on-Tangible-Asset has ranged from 8.78 to 18.02 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 11.96 vs. the industry median of 3.85, M&Z 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 Retail - Defensive company?
The median Return-on-Tangible-Asset among Retail - Defensive companies is 3.85, based on 313 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. M&Z's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 17.08% is 343.6% 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 M&Z and its competitors. For the Retail - Defensive industry, the median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.85 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. M&Z's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 17.08%, which is 43% above median its own 10-year median of 11.96. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is M&Z stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, M&Z (MAL:MZ) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €0.65, compared to a current price of €0.57 — trading 13.1% below its estimated fair value. The current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 17.08%, which is 43% above median its 10-year median of 11.96 and 343.6% above the Retail - Defensive industry median of 3.85. M&Z's overall GF Score™ is 37/100 with 1 warning sign 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 M&Z (MAL:MZ), the current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 17.08% as of Dec. 2025. 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 M&Z (MAL:MZ) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, M&Z stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of €0.57 is trading 13.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of €0.65.
GuruFocus considers M&Z to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for MAL:MZ:
Return-on-Tangible-Asset: 17.08% (43% above median its 10-year median of 11.96)
GF Value™: €0.65 vs. price of €0.57 (13.1% below fair value)
Industry Position: 343.6% above the Retail - Defensive median (#11 of 313)
No single metric tells the full story. See the MAL:MZ stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
M&Z PLC is a company specializing in the sourcing, importation, distribution, and marketing (to the local consumer) of fast-moving consumer goods and pharmaceutical non-medical products for the retail and catering industry. The food brands comprise part of the brand portfolio and can be divided into ambient, chilled, and frozen products. The cleaning products portfolio is divided into home and personal care items. Its brand includes Knorr, Lipton, Pond's, Emborg, asiago food, and others.
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