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Corbion NVSTU:CSUA +1.67%79 Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 4.37% as of Jun. 2026, which is 40% below its 10-year median of 7.30. GuruFocus rates STU:CSUA with a GF Score™ of 79/100 and a GF Value™ of €19.15 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,615 Chemicals companies, Corbion NV ranks better than 60.68% 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. Corbion NV's annualizedNet Income for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was €60 Mil. Corbion NV's average total tangible assets for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was €1,365 Mil. Therefore, Corbion NV's annualized Return-on-Tangible-Asset for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was 4.37%.
The historical rank and industry rank for Corbion NV's Return-on-Tangible-Asset or its related term are showing as below:
STU:CSUA'
s Return-on-Tangible-Asset Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.96 Med: 7.3 Max: 15.08
Current: 4.56
During the past 13 years, Corbion NV's highest Return-on-Tangible-Asset was 15.08%. The lowest was 2.96%. And the median was 7.30%.
STU:CSUA's Return-on-Tangible-Asset is ranked better than 60.68% of 1615
companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 3.19
vs STU:CSUA: 4.56
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.
Corbion NV Return-on-Tangible-Asset Related Terms
Corbion NV Return-on-Tangible-Asset Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Corbion NV'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:CSUA vs LIN, SHW, ECL: Return-on-Tangible-Asset Comparison
For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Corbion NV'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.
Corbion NV Return-on-Tangible-Asset vs Chemicals Industry
For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Corbion NV's Return-on-Tangible-Asset distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Corbion NV'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 (Jun. 2026) net income data.
What does a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 4.37% mean?
Corbion NV (STU:CSUA) has a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 4.37% as of Jun. 2026. Return on tangible assets is the ratio of current-period net income to average two-period tangible assets. View historical data on Corbion NV and its competitors. This is 40% below median its historical median of 7.30. Over the past decade, Corbion NV's Return-on-Tangible-Asset has ranged from 2.96 to 15.08. According to the industry distribution chart, Corbion NV ranks #635 out of 1615 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 39.3%.
Is Corbion NV's Return-on-Tangible-Asset too high?
Corbion NV's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 4.37% is 40% below median its 10-year median of 7.30. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.96 to a high of 15.08. The Chemicals industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.19. Corbion NV's value of 4.37% is 37% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Corbion NV ranks #635 out of 1615 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Corbion NV has a GF Score™ of 79/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Corbion NV's Return-on-Tangible-Asset compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Corbion NV ranks #635 out of 1615 companies for Return-on-Tangible-Asset. This puts Corbion NV in the upper half of its industry. The industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.19. Corbion NV's value of 4.37% is 37% above this benchmark. Historically, Corbion NV's own Return-on-Tangible-Asset has ranged from 2.96 to 15.08 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 7.30 vs. the industry median of 3.19, Corbion NV 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 Chemicals company?
The median Return-on-Tangible-Asset among Chemicals companies is 3.19, based on 1,615 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. Corbion NV's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 4.37% is 37% 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 Corbion NV and its competitors. For the Chemicals industry, the median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.19 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Corbion NV's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 4.37%, which is 40% below median its own 10-year median of 7.30. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Corbion NV stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Corbion NV (STU:CSUA) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is €19.15, compared to a current price of €20.08 — trading 4.9% above its estimated fair value. The current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 4.37%, which is 40% below median its 10-year median of 7.30 and 37% above the Chemicals industry median of 3.19. Corbion NV's overall GF Score™ is 79/100 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 Corbion NV (STU:CSUA), the current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 4.37% as of Jun. 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 Corbion NV (STU:CSUA) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Corbion NV stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of €20.08 is trading 4.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of €19.15.
GuruFocus considers Corbion NV to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for STU:CSUA:
Return-on-Tangible-Asset: 4.37% (40% below median its 10-year median of 7.30)
GF Value™: €19.15 vs. price of €20.08 (4.9% above fair value)
Industry Position: 37% above the Chemicals median (#635 of 1615)
No single metric tells the full story. See the STU:CSUA stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Corbion NV is a Netherlands-based company that produces food ingredients and biobased chemicals. The company distinguishes between the segments Functional Ingredients & Solutions and Health & Nutrition. It provides solutions for food preservation, health, and bioplastics through fermentation technology. Its products serve industries including food, pharmaceuticals, personal care, and packaging. Corbion focuses on innovation and sustainability to preserve food, health, and the planet. Geographically, it operates in The NEtherlands, Rest of EMEA, USA, Rest of Americas, and Asia, and derives a majority of its revenue from the U.S.
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