MIDLF (Midland Exploration) Return-on-Tangible-Asset: -2.45% (As of Mar. 2026)

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MIDLF Midland Exploration Inc MIDLF
31 GF Score
Price $0.28
GF Value $0.42
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Midland Exploration Return-on-Tangible-Asset?

Midland Exploration MIDLF -1.41% 31 Return-on-Tangible-Asset is -2.45% as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates MIDLF with a GF Score™ of 31/100 and a GF Value™ of $0.42 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,670 Metals & Mining companies, Midland Exploration ranks better than 68.39% 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. Midland Exploration's annualized Net Income for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $-0.86 Mil. Midland Exploration's average total tangible assets for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $35.05 Mil. Therefore, Midland Exploration's annualized Return-on-Tangible-Asset for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was -2.45%.

The historical rank and industry rank for Midland Exploration's Return-on-Tangible-Asset or its related term are showing as below:

MIDLF' s Return-on-Tangible-Asset Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -4.83   Med: -3.41   Max: -2.6
Current: -4

During the past 13 years, Midland Exploration's highest Return-on-Tangible-Asset was -2.60%. The lowest was -4.83%. And the median was -3.41%.

MIDLF's Return-on-Tangible-Asset is ranked better than
68.39% of 2670 companies
in the Metals & Mining industry
Industry Median: -17.41 vs MIDLF: -4.00

Midland Exploration  (OTCPK:MIDLF) 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 company’s 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 company’s 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.


Midland Exploration Return-on-Tangible-Asset Related Terms


Midland Exploration Return-on-Tangible-Asset Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Midland Exploration'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.

Midland Exploration Return-on-Tangible-Asset Chart

Midland Exploration Annual Data
Trend Sep16 Sep17 Sep18 Sep19 Sep20 Sep21 Sep22 Sep23 Sep24 Sep25
Return-on-Tangible-Asset
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -2.65 -4.68 -2.72 -4.71 -4.78

Midland Exploration Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
Return-on-Tangible-Asset Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -4.16 -1.82 -7.06 -4.61 -2.45

Midland Exploration Return-on-Tangible-Asset Competitor Comparison

For the Other Industrial Metals & Mining subindustry, Midland Exploration'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.


Midland Exploration Return-on-Tangible-Asset vs Metals & Mining Industry

For the Metals & Mining industry and Basic Materials sector, Midland Exploration's Return-on-Tangible-Asset distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Midland Exploration's Return-on-Tangible-Asset falls into.


MIDLF
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Midland Exploration Return-on-Tangible-Asset Calculation

Midland Exploration's annualized Return-on-Tangible-Asset for the fiscal year that ended in Sep. 2025 is calculated as:

Return-on-Tangible-Asset=Net Income/( (Total Tangible Assets+Total Tangible Assets)/ count )
(A: Sep. 2025 )  (A: Sep. 2024 )(A: Sep. 2025 )
=Net Income/( (Total Assets - Intangible Assets+Total Assets - Intangible Assets)/ count )
(A: Sep. 2025 )  (A: Sep. 2024 )(A: Sep. 2025 )
=-1.535/( (30.43+33.82)/ 2 )
=-1.535/32.125
=-4.78 %

Midland Exploration's annualized Return-on-Tangible-Asset for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as:

Return-on-Tangible-Asset=Net Income/( (Total Tangible Assets+Total Tangible Assets)/ count )
(Q: Mar. 2026 )  (Q: Dec. 2025 )(Q: Mar. 2026 )
=Net Income/( (Total Assets - Intangible Assets+Total Assets - Intangible Assets)/ count )
(Q: Mar. 2026 )  (Q: Dec. 2025 )(Q: Mar. 2026 )
=-0.86/( (35.121+34.979)/ 2 )
=-0.86/35.05
=-2.45 %

* 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 -2.45% mean?
Midland Exploration (MIDLF) has a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of -2.45% 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 Midland Exploration and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Midland Exploration ranks #844 out of 2670 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, placing it in the top 31.6%.
Is Midland Exploration's Return-on-Tangible-Asset too high?
Midland Exploration's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is -2.45%. Based on the distribution chart, Midland Exploration ranks #844 out of 2670 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Midland Exploration has a GF Score™ of 31/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Midland Exploration's Return-on-Tangible-Asset compare to competitors?
According to the Metals & Mining industry distribution chart, Midland Exploration ranks #844 out of 2670 companies for Return-on-Tangible-Asset. This puts Midland Exploration in the upper half of its industry. 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 Metals & Mining company?
A good Return-on-Tangible-Asset depends on the Metals & Mining industry context. 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 Midland Exploration and its competitors. Midland Exploration's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is -2.45%. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Midland Exploration stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Midland Exploration (MIDLF) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $0.42, compared to a current price of $0.28 — trading 33.3% below its estimated fair value. The current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is -2.45%. Midland Exploration's overall GF Score™ is 31/100 with 2 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 Midland Exploration (MIDLF), the current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is -2.45% 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 Midland Exploration (MIDLF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Midland Exploration stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $0.28 is trading 33.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of $0.42. GuruFocus considers Midland Exploration to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for MIDLF:

  • Return-on-Tangible-Asset: -2.45%
  • GF Value™: $0.42 vs. price of $0.28 (33.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 31/100 with 2 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the MIDLF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Midland Exploration Business Description

Other Exchanges MD:Canada
Address 1, Place Ville Marie, Bureau 4000, Montreal, QC, CAN, H3B 4M4
Midland Exploration Inc is a company engaged in the mining exploration business. The Corporation's operations include the acquisition and exploration of mining properties and it currently operates in a single segment, being the acquisition, exploration, and evaluation of exploration properties. All of the corporation's activities are conducted in Canada. Its projects include Casault, Heva, Jouvex, Lac Esther, Laflamme, Tete-Nord, and others.
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