Centro Escolar UniversityPHS:CEU -4.58%84 Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 10.91% as of Feb. 2026, which is 129% above its 10-year median of 4.77. GuruFocus rates PHS:CEU with a GF Score™ of 84/100 and a GF Value™ of ₱14.43 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 264 Education companies, Centro Escolar University ranks better than 63.64% 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. Centro Escolar University's annualizedNet Income for the quarter that ended in Feb. 2026 was ₱1,030 Mil. Centro Escolar University's average total tangible assets for the quarter that ended in Feb. 2026 was ₱9,435 Mil. Therefore, Centro Escolar University's annualized Return-on-Tangible-Asset for the quarter that ended in Feb. 2026 was 10.91%.
The historical rank and industry rank for Centro Escolar University's Return-on-Tangible-Asset or its related term are showing as below:
PHS:CEU'
s Return-on-Tangible-Asset Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 1.09 Med: 4.77 Max: 9.6
Current: 7.16
During the past 13 years, Centro Escolar University's highest Return-on-Tangible-Asset was 9.60%. The lowest was 1.09%. And the median was 4.77%.
PHS:CEU's Return-on-Tangible-Asset is ranked better than 63.64% of 264
companies
in the Education industry
Industry Median: 4.38
vs PHS:CEU: 7.16
Centro Escolar University (PHS:CEU) 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.
Centro Escolar University Return-on-Tangible-Asset Related Terms
Centro Escolar University Return-on-Tangible-Asset Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Centro Escolar University'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.
Centro Escolar University Return-on-Tangible-Asset Chart
PHS:CEU vs EDU, TAL, LAUR: Return-on-Tangible-Asset Comparison
For the Education & Training Services subindustry, Centro Escolar University'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.
Centro Escolar University Return-on-Tangible-Asset vs Education Industry
For the Education industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Centro Escolar University's Return-on-Tangible-Asset distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Centro Escolar University'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 (Feb. 2026) net income data.
What does a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 10.91% mean?
Centro Escolar University (PHS:CEU) has a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 10.91% as of Feb. 2026. Return on tangible assets is the ratio of current-period net income to average two-period tangible assets. View historical data on Centro Escolar University and its competitors. This is 129% above median its historical median of 4.77. Over the past decade, Centro Escolar University's Return-on-Tangible-Asset has ranged from 1.09 to 9.60. According to the industry distribution chart, Centro Escolar University ranks #96 out of 264 companies in the Education industry, placing it in the top 36.4%.
Is Centro Escolar University's Return-on-Tangible-Asset too high?
Centro Escolar University's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 10.91% is 129% above median its 10-year median of 4.77. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.09 to a high of 9.60. The Education industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 4.38. Centro Escolar University's value of 10.91% is 149.1% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Centro Escolar University ranks #96 out of 264 companies in the Education industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Centro Escolar University has a GF Score™ of 84/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Centro Escolar University's Return-on-Tangible-Asset compare to EDU and TAL?
According to the Education industry distribution chart, Centro Escolar University ranks #96 out of 264 companies for Return-on-Tangible-Asset. This puts Centro Escolar University in the upper half of its industry. The industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 4.38. Centro Escolar University's value of 10.91% is 149.1% above this benchmark. Historically, Centro Escolar University's own Return-on-Tangible-Asset has ranged from 1.09 to 9.60 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 4.77 vs. the industry median of 4.38, Centro Escolar University 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 Education company?
The median Return-on-Tangible-Asset among Education companies is 4.38, based on 264 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. Centro Escolar University's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 10.91% is 149.1% 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 Centro Escolar University and its competitors. For the Education industry, the median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 4.38 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Centro Escolar University's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 10.91%, which is 129% above median its own 10-year median of 4.77. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Centro Escolar University stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Centro Escolar University (PHS:CEU) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₱14.43, compared to a current price of ₱15.00 — trading 4% above its estimated fair value. The current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 10.91%, which is 129% above median its 10-year median of 4.77 and 149.1% above the Education industry median of 4.38. Centro Escolar University's overall GF Score™ is 84/100 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 Centro Escolar University (PHS:CEU), the current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 10.91% as of Feb. 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 Centro Escolar University (PHS:CEU) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Centro Escolar University stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of ₱15.00 is trading 4% above its estimated GF Value™ of ₱14.43.
GuruFocus considers Centro Escolar University to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for PHS:CEU:
Return-on-Tangible-Asset: 10.91% (129% above median its 10-year median of 4.77)
GF Value™: ₱14.43 vs. price of ₱15.00 (4% above fair value)
Industry Position: 149.1% above the Education median (#96 of 264)
No single metric tells the full story. See the PHS:CEU stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Centro Escolar University is a Philippines-based institution of higher learning. The company is engaged in establishing, maintaining, and operating an educational institution for the training of the youth in all branches of the arts and sciences, offering classes at the tertiary level. The University operates in four geographical segments, such as Mendiola, Malolos, Makati-Gil Puyat, and Makati Legaspi campus.
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