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Richards GroupRPKIF 65 Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 11.21% as of Mar. 2026, which is 39% below its 10-year median of 18.33. GuruFocus rates RPKIF with a GF Score™ of 65/100 and a GF Value™ of $23.63 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 401 Packaging & Containers companies, Richards Group ranks better than 84.54% 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. Richards Group's annualizedNet Income for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $17.4 Mil. Richards Group's average total tangible assets for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $155.1 Mil. Therefore, Richards Group's annualized Return-on-Tangible-Asset for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 11.21%.
The historical rank and industry rank for Richards Group's Return-on-Tangible-Asset or its related term are showing as below:
RPKIF'
s Return-on-Tangible-Asset Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.97 Med: 18.33 Max: 27.71
Current: 8.22
During the past 13 years, Richards Group's highest Return-on-Tangible-Asset was 27.71%. The lowest was 0.97%. And the median was 18.33%.
RPKIF's Return-on-Tangible-Asset is ranked better than 84.54% of 401
companies
in the Packaging & Containers industry
Industry Median: 2.93
vs RPKIF: 8.22
Richards Group (OTCPK:RPKIF) 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.
Richards Group Return-on-Tangible-Asset Related Terms
Richards Group Return-on-Tangible-Asset Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Richards Group'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.
RPKIF vs SW, PKG, IP: Return-on-Tangible-Asset Comparison
For the Packaging & Containers subindustry, Richards Group'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.
Richards Group Return-on-Tangible-Asset vs Packaging & Containers Industry
For the Packaging & Containers industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Richards Group's Return-on-Tangible-Asset distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Richards Group'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 11.21% mean?
Richards Group (RPKIF) has a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 11.21% 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 Richards Group and its competitors. This is 39% below median its historical median of 18.33. Over the past decade, Richards Group's Return-on-Tangible-Asset has ranged from 0.97 to 27.71. According to the industry distribution chart, Richards Group ranks #62 out of 401 companies in the Packaging & Containers industry, placing it in the top 15.5%.
Is Richards Group's Return-on-Tangible-Asset too high?
Richards Group's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 11.21% is 39% below median its 10-year median of 18.33. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.97 to a high of 27.71. The Packaging & Containers industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 2.93. Richards Group's value of 11.21% is 282.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Richards Group ranks #62 out of 401 companies in the Packaging & Containers industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Richards Group has a GF Score™ of 65/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Richards Group's Return-on-Tangible-Asset compare to SW and PKG?
According to the Packaging & Containers industry distribution chart, Richards Group ranks #62 out of 401 companies for Return-on-Tangible-Asset. This places Richards Group in the top 16% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 2.93. Richards Group's value of 11.21% is 282.6% above this benchmark. Historically, Richards Group's own Return-on-Tangible-Asset has ranged from 0.97 to 27.71 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 18.33 vs. the industry median of 2.93, Richards Group 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 Packaging & Containers company?
The median Return-on-Tangible-Asset among Packaging & Containers companies is 2.93, based on 401 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. Richards Group's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 11.21% is 282.6% 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 Richards Group and its competitors. For the Packaging & Containers industry, the median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 2.93 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Richards Group's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 11.21%, which is 39% below median its own 10-year median of 18.33. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Richards Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Richards Group (RPKIF) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $23.63, compared to a current price of $20.21 — trading 14.5% below its estimated fair value. The current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 11.21%, which is 39% below median its 10-year median of 18.33 and 282.6% above the Packaging & Containers industry median of 2.93. Richards Group's overall GF Score™ is 65/100 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 Richards Group (RPKIF), the current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 11.21% 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 Richards Group (RPKIF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Richards Group stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $20.21 is trading 14.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of $23.63.
GuruFocus considers Richards Group to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for RPKIF:
Return-on-Tangible-Asset: 11.21% (39% below median its 10-year median of 18.33)
GF Value™: $23.63 vs. price of $20.21 (14.5% below fair value)
Industry Position: 282.6% above the Packaging & Containers median (#62 of 401)
No single metric tells the full story. See the RPKIF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Richards Group Inc operates under two verticals, namely 'Richards Packaging' and 'Richards Health'. It provides glass and plastic packaging solutions across various locations throughout North America under the Richards Packaging business. The Richards Health business operates under the brands: Richards Packaging Inc, Clarion Medical Technologies, Healthmark Services Ltd, and DermapenWorld. The company updated its historical view of operations from a single operating segment to two reportable segments: Healthcare and Packaging, and has restated comparable information accordingly.
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