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System1 GroupSTU:BBA -0.52%78 Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 11.85% as of Mar. 2026, which is 55% above its 10-year median of 7.65. GuruFocus rates STU:BBA with a GF Score™ of 78/100 and a GF Value™ of €4.84 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,030 Media - Diversified companies, System1 Group ranks better than 76.8% 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. System1 Group's annualizedNet Income for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was €2.76 Mil. System1 Group's average total tangible assets for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was €23.32 Mil. Therefore, System1 Group's annualized Return-on-Tangible-Asset for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 11.85%.
The historical rank and industry rank for System1 Group's Return-on-Tangible-Asset or its related term are showing as below:
STU:BBA'
s Return-on-Tangible-Asset Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -1.45 Med: 7.65 Max: 23.39
Current: 6.44
During the past 13 years, System1 Group's highest Return-on-Tangible-Asset was 23.39%. The lowest was -1.45%. And the median was 7.65%.
STU:BBA's Return-on-Tangible-Asset is ranked better than 76.8% of 1030
companies
in the Media - Diversified industry
Industry Median: 0.8
vs STU:BBA: 6.44
System1 Group (STU:BBA) 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.
System1 Group Return-on-Tangible-Asset Related Terms
System1 Group Return-on-Tangible-Asset Historical Data
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The historical data trend for System1 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.
STU:BBA vs APP, OMC, TTD: Return-on-Tangible-Asset Comparison
For the Advertising Agencies subindustry, System1 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.
System1 Group Return-on-Tangible-Asset vs Media - Diversified Industry
For the Media - Diversified industry and Communication Services sector, System1 Group's Return-on-Tangible-Asset distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where System1 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 two times the semi-annual (Mar. 2026) net income data.
What does a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 11.85% mean?
System1 Group (STU:BBA) has a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 11.85% 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 System1 Group and its competitors. This is 55% above median its historical median of 7.65. According to the industry distribution chart, System1 Group ranks #239 out of 1030 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, placing it in the top 23.2%.
Is System1 Group's Return-on-Tangible-Asset too high?
System1 Group's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 11.85% is 55% above median its 10-year median of 7.65. The Media - Diversified industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 0.80. System1 Group's value of 11.85% is 1381.3% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, System1 Group ranks #239 out of 1030 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, System1 Group has a GF Score™ of 78/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does System1 Group's Return-on-Tangible-Asset compare to APP and OMC?
According to the Media - Diversified industry distribution chart, System1 Group ranks #239 out of 1030 companies for Return-on-Tangible-Asset. This places System1 Group in the top 23% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 0.80. System1 Group's value of 11.85% is 1381.3% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 7.65 vs. the industry median of 0.80, System1 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 Media - Diversified company?
The median Return-on-Tangible-Asset among Media - Diversified companies is 0.80, based on 1,030 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. System1 Group's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 11.85% is 1381.3% 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 System1 Group and its competitors. For the Media - Diversified industry, the median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 0.80 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. System1 Group's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 11.85%, which is 55% above median its own 10-year median of 7.65. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is System1 Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, System1 Group (STU:BBA) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €4.84, compared to a current price of €3.86 — trading 20.2% below its estimated fair value. The current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 11.85%, which is 55% above median its 10-year median of 7.65 and 1381.3% above the Media - Diversified industry median of 0.80. System1 Group's overall GF Score™ is 78/100 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 System1 Group (STU:BBA), the current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 11.85% 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 System1 Group (STU:BBA) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, System1 Group stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of €3.86 is trading 20.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of €4.84.
GuruFocus considers System1 Group to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for STU:BBA:
Return-on-Tangible-Asset: 11.85% (55% above median its 10-year median of 7.65)
GF Value™: €4.84 vs. price of €3.86 (20.2% below fair value)
Industry Position: 1381.3% above the Media - Diversified median (#239 of 1030)
No single metric tells the full story. See the STU:BBA stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
System1 Group PLC is engaged in providing market research data and insight services. The company's geographical segments include the United States of America, Latin America (LatAm), the United Kingdom, the Rest Of Europe, and the Asia Pacific (APAC) region. A majority of its revenue is generated from its business in the United Kingdom.
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