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NPK InternationalNPKI -0.07%63 Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 12.18% as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates NPKI with a GF Score™ of 63/100 and a GF Value™ of $10.93 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,783 Construction companies, NPK International ranks better than 89.01% 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. NPK International's annualizedNet Income for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $41.8 Mil. NPK International's average total tangible assets for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $343.4 Mil. Therefore, NPK International's annualized Return-on-Tangible-Asset for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 12.18%.
The historical rank and industry rank for NPK International's Return-on-Tangible-Asset or its related term are showing as below:
NPKI'
s Return-on-Tangible-Asset Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -32.71 Med: -2.35 Max: 11.56
Current: 11.56
During the past 13 years, NPK International's highest Return-on-Tangible-Asset was 11.56%. The lowest was -32.71%. And the median was -2.35%.
NPKI's Return-on-Tangible-Asset is ranked better than 89.01% of 1783
companies
in the Construction industry
Industry Median: 3.04
vs NPKI: 11.56
NPK International (NYSE:NPKI) 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.
NPK International Return-on-Tangible-Asset Related Terms
NPK International Return-on-Tangible-Asset Historical Data
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The historical data trend for NPK International'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.
NPKI vs ROCK, ARLO, APOG: Return-on-Tangible-Asset Comparison
For the Building Products & Equipment subindustry, NPK International'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.
NPK International Return-on-Tangible-Asset vs Construction Industry
For the Construction industry and Industrials sector, NPK International's Return-on-Tangible-Asset distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where NPK International'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 12.18% mean?
NPK International (NPKI) has a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 12.18% 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 NPK International and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, NPK International ranks #196 out of 1783 companies in the Construction industry, placing it in the top 11%.
Is NPK International's Return-on-Tangible-Asset too high?
NPK International's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 12.18%. The Construction industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.04. NPK International's value of 12.18% is 300.7% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, NPK International ranks #196 out of 1783 companies in the Construction industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, NPK International has a GF Score™ of 63/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does NPK International's Return-on-Tangible-Asset compare to ROCK and ARLO?
According to the Construction industry distribution chart, NPK International ranks #196 out of 1783 companies for Return-on-Tangible-Asset. This places NPK International in the top 11% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.04. NPK International's value of 12.18% is 300.7% above this benchmark. 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 Construction company?
The median Return-on-Tangible-Asset among Construction companies is 3.04, based on 1,783 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. NPK International's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 12.18% is 300.7% 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 NPK International and its competitors. For the Construction industry, the median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.04 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. NPK International's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 12.18%. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is NPK International stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, NPK International (NPKI) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $10.93, compared to a current price of $14.50 — trading 32.7% above its estimated fair value. The current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 12.18% and 300.7% above the Construction industry median of 3.04. NPK International's overall GF Score™ is 63/100 with 5 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 NPK International (NPKI), the current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 12.18% 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 NPK International (NPKI) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, NPK International stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $14.50 is trading 32.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of $10.93.
GuruFocus considers NPK International to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for NPKI:
Return-on-Tangible-Asset: 12.18%
GF Value™: $10.93 vs. price of $14.50 (32.7% above fair value)
Industry Position: 300.7% above the Construction median (#196 of 1783)
No single metric tells the full story. See the NPKI stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
NPK International Inc is a temporary worksite access solutions company that manufactures, sells, and rents recyclable composite matting products, along with a full suite of services, including planning, logistics, and site restoration. The company generates majority of revenue from the rental of recyclable composite matting systems, along with related site construction and services to customers in various markets including power transmission, oil and natural gas exploration and production, pipeline, renewable energy, petrochemical, construction and other industries within the United States and United Kingdom. It generates maximum revenue from United States.
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