TecnoglassTGLS -2.87%86 Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 10.07% as of Mar. 2026, which is 4% above its 10-year median of 9.68. GuruFocus rates TGLS with a GF Score™ of 86/100 and a GF Value™ of $67.76 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 410 Building Materials companies, Tecnoglass ranks better than 90.98% 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. Tecnoglass's annualizedNet Income for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $128 Mil. Tecnoglass's average total tangible assets for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $1,267 Mil. Therefore, Tecnoglass's annualized Return-on-Tangible-Asset for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 10.07%.
The historical rank and industry rank for Tecnoglass's Return-on-Tangible-Asset or its related term are showing as below:
TGLS'
s Return-on-Tangible-Asset Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 1.33 Med: 9.68 Max: 24.47
Current: 12.51
During the past 13 years, Tecnoglass's highest Return-on-Tangible-Asset was 24.47%. The lowest was 1.33%. And the median was 9.68%.
TGLS's Return-on-Tangible-Asset is ranked better than 90.98% of 410
companies
in the Building Materials industry
Industry Median: 2.45
vs TGLS: 12.51
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.
Tecnoglass Return-on-Tangible-Asset Related Terms
Tecnoglass Return-on-Tangible-Asset Historical Data
* Premium members only.
The historical data trend for Tecnoglass'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.
TGLS vs RMIX, MCEM, USLM: Return-on-Tangible-Asset Comparison
For the Building Materials subindustry, Tecnoglass'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.
Tecnoglass Return-on-Tangible-Asset vs Building Materials Industry
For the Building Materials industry and Basic Materials sector, Tecnoglass's Return-on-Tangible-Asset distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Tecnoglass'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 10.07% mean?
Tecnoglass (TGLS) has a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 10.07% 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 Tecnoglass and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 9.68. Over the past decade, Tecnoglass' Return-on-Tangible-Asset has ranged from 1.33 to 24.47. According to the industry distribution chart, Tecnoglass ranks #37 out of 410 companies in the Building Materials industry, placing it in the top 9%.
Is Tecnoglass' Return-on-Tangible-Asset too high?
Tecnoglass' current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 10.07% is near median its 10-year median of 9.68. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.33 to a high of 24.47. The Building Materials industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 2.45. Tecnoglass' value of 10.07% is 311% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Tecnoglass ranks #37 out of 410 companies in the Building Materials industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Tecnoglass has a GF Score™ of 86/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Tecnoglass' Return-on-Tangible-Asset compare to RMIX and MCEM?
According to the Building Materials industry distribution chart, Tecnoglass ranks #37 out of 410 companies for Return-on-Tangible-Asset. This places Tecnoglass in the top 9% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 2.45. Tecnoglass' value of 10.07% is 311% above this benchmark. Historically, Tecnoglass' own Return-on-Tangible-Asset has ranged from 1.33 to 24.47 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 9.68 vs. the industry median of 2.45, Tecnoglass 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 Building Materials company?
The median Return-on-Tangible-Asset among Building Materials companies is 2.45, based on 410 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. Tecnoglass's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 10.07% is 311% 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 Tecnoglass and its competitors. For the Building Materials industry, the median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 2.45 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Tecnoglass's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 10.07%, which is near median its own 10-year median of 9.68. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Tecnoglass stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Tecnoglass (TGLS) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $67.76, compared to a current price of $45.62 — trading 32.7% below its estimated fair value. The current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 10.07%, which is near median its 10-year median of 9.68 and 311% above the Building Materials industry median of 2.45. Tecnoglass' overall GF Score™ is 86/100 with 3 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 Tecnoglass (TGLS), the current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 10.07% 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 Tecnoglass (TGLS) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Tecnoglass stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $45.62 is trading 32.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of $67.76.
GuruFocus considers Tecnoglass to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for TGLS:
Return-on-Tangible-Asset: 10.07% (near median its 10-year median of 9.68)
GF Value™: $67.76 vs. price of $45.62 (32.7% below fair value)
Industry Position: 311% above the Building Materials median (#37 of 410)
No single metric tells the full story. See the TGLS stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Tecnoglass Inc is a manufacturer of hi-spec architectural glass and windows for residential and commercial construction industries, operating through its direct and indirect subsidiaries. Its product offerings include tempered glass, laminated glass, thermo-acoustic glass, sliding windows, projecting windows, guillotine windows, sliding doors, loating facades, automatic doors, bathroom dividers, and commercial display windows, among others. The company has one operating segment, Architectural Glass and Windows, which is also its reporting segment. Geographically, the company generates maximum revenue from its customers in the United States, followed by Colombia, Panama, and other regions.
86GF Score
Get the complete analysis for TGLS
Return-on-Tangible-Asset is just one metric. See GF Value™, 30-year financials, guru trades, warning signs, and more.
Quick Browse
Personalize
Premium Gurus 
Create New Portfolio
TGLS has been successfully added to your 
