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MAX CoMXCLF 72 Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 8.96% as of Mar. 2026, which is 57% above its 10-year median of 5.69. GuruFocus rates MXCLF with a GF Score™ of 72/100 and a GF Value™ of $1.67. The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 3,073 Industrial Products companies, MAX Co ranks better than 87.76% 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. MAX Co's annualizedNet Income for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $75.3 Mil. MAX Co's average total tangible assets for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $840.7 Mil. Therefore, MAX Co's annualized Return-on-Tangible-Asset for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 8.96%.
The historical rank and industry rank for MAX Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset or its related term are showing as below:
MXCLF'
s Return-on-Tangible-Asset Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4.94 Med: 5.69 Max: 10.91
Current: 10.91
During the past 13 years, MAX Co's highest Return-on-Tangible-Asset was 10.91%. The lowest was 4.94%. And the median was 5.69%.
MXCLF's Return-on-Tangible-Asset is ranked better than 87.76% of 3073
companies
in the Industrial Products industry
Industry Median: 3.26
vs MXCLF: 10.91
MAX Co (OTCPK:MXCLF) 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.
MAX Co Return-on-Tangible-Asset Related Terms
MAX Co Return-on-Tangible-Asset Historical Data
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The historical data trend for MAX 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.
MXCLF vs SNA, RBC, LECO: Return-on-Tangible-Asset Comparison
For the Tools & Accessories subindustry, MAX 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.
MAX Co Return-on-Tangible-Asset vs Industrial Products Industry
For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, MAX Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where MAX 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 8.96% mean?
MAX Co (MXCLF) has a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 8.96% 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 MAX Co and its competitors. This is 57% above median its historical median of 5.69. Over the past decade, MAX Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset has ranged from 4.94 to 10.91. According to the industry distribution chart, MAX Co ranks #376 out of 3073 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 12.2%.
Is MAX Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset too high?
MAX Co's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 8.96% is 57% above median its 10-year median of 5.69. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.94 to a high of 10.91. The Industrial Products industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.26. MAX Co's value of 8.96% is 174.8% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, MAX Co ranks #376 out of 3073 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, MAX Co has a GF Score™ of 72/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does MAX Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset compare to SNA and RBC?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, MAX Co ranks #376 out of 3073 companies for Return-on-Tangible-Asset. This places MAX Co in the top 12% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.26. MAX Co's value of 8.96% is 174.8% above this benchmark. Historically, MAX Co's own Return-on-Tangible-Asset has ranged from 4.94 to 10.91 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 5.69 vs. the industry median of 3.26, MAX 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 Industrial Products company?
The median Return-on-Tangible-Asset among Industrial Products companies is 3.26, based on 3,073 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. MAX Co's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 8.96% is 174.8% 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 MAX Co and its competitors. For the Industrial Products industry, the median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.26 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. MAX Co's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 8.96%, which is 57% above median its own 10-year median of 5.69. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is MAX Co stock overvalued right now?
MAX Co (MXCLF) has a current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 8.96%. The stock's GF Value™ is $1.67, compared to a current price of $2.59 — trading 55.3% above its estimated fair value. The current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 8.96%, which is 57% above median its 10-year median of 5.69 and 174.8% above the Industrial Products industry median of 3.26. MAX Co's overall GF Score™ is 72/100 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 MAX Co (MXCLF), the current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 8.96% 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 MAX Co (MXCLF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, MAX Co stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $2.59 is trading 55.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of $1.67.
Key valuation signals for MXCLF:
Return-on-Tangible-Asset: 8.96% (57% above median its 10-year median of 5.69)
GF Value™: $1.67 vs. price of $2.59 (55.3% above fair value)
Industry Position: 174.8% above the Industrial Products median (#376 of 3073)
No single metric tells the full story. See the MXCLF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
MAX Co Ltd manufactures and distributes office supplies and industrial equipment. The company operates through office equipment, industrial equipment, and home care and rehabilitation (HCR) equipment divisions. It mainly offers products such as hand-held staplers and automatic staplers, numbering tools, check writers, and other office supplies. It also markets fastening devices for various purposes such as concrete reinforcing bar tying machines, air compressors, and rechargeable tools.
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