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AplixTSE:3727 +0.68%61 Return-on-Tangible-Asset is -7.39% as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates TSE:3727 with a GF Score™ of 61/100 and a GF Value™ of 円124.36 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 2,895 Software companies, Aplix ranks worse than 72.57% 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. Aplix's annualizedNet Income for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 円-141 Mil. Aplix's average total tangible assets for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 円1,910 Mil. Therefore, Aplix's annualized Return-on-Tangible-Asset for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was -7.39%.
The historical rank and industry rank for Aplix's Return-on-Tangible-Asset or its related term are showing as below:
TSE:3727'
s Return-on-Tangible-Asset Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -57.65 Med: -5.74 Max: 13.15
Current: -10.66
During the past 13 years, Aplix's highest Return-on-Tangible-Asset was 13.15%. The lowest was -57.65%. And the median was -5.74%.
TSE:3727's Return-on-Tangible-Asset is ranked worse than 72.57% of 2895
companies
in the Software industry
Industry Median: 2.1
vs TSE:3727: -10.66
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.
Aplix Return-on-Tangible-Asset Related Terms
Aplix Return-on-Tangible-Asset Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Aplix'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.
TSE:3727 vs QH, SHOP, UBER: Return-on-Tangible-Asset Comparison
For the Software - Application subindustry, Aplix'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.
Aplix Return-on-Tangible-Asset vs Software Industry
For the Software industry and Technology sector, Aplix's Return-on-Tangible-Asset distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Aplix'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 -7.39% mean?
Aplix (TSE:3727) has a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of -7.39% 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 Aplix and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Aplix ranks #2101 out of 2895 companies in the Software industry, placing it in the top 72.6%.
Is Aplix's Return-on-Tangible-Asset too high?
Aplix's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is -7.39%. Based on the distribution chart, Aplix ranks #2101 out of 2895 companies in the Software industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Aplix has a GF Score™ of 61/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Aplix's Return-on-Tangible-Asset compare to QH and SHOP?
According to the Software industry distribution chart, Aplix ranks #2101 out of 2895 companies for Return-on-Tangible-Asset. This places Aplix in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 2.10. 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 Software company?
The median Return-on-Tangible-Asset among Software companies is 2.10, based on 2,895 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. 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 Aplix and its competitors. For the Software industry, the median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 2.10 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Aplix's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is -7.39%. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Aplix stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Aplix (TSE:3727) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円124.36, compared to a current price of 円147.00 — trading 18.2% above its estimated fair value. The current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is -7.39%. Aplix's overall GF Score™ is 61/100 with 1 warning sign 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 Aplix (TSE:3727), the current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is -7.39% 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 Aplix (TSE:3727) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Aplix stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of 円147.00 is trading 18.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円124.36.
GuruFocus considers Aplix to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for TSE:3727:
Return-on-Tangible-Asset: -7.39%
GF Value™: 円124.36 vs. price of 円147.00 (18.2% above fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:3727 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Aplix Corp is a Japan-based company engaged in the technology business. It specializes in developing technologies that connect various devices to the Internet of Things (IoT), enhancing convenience and quality of life for its customers. The company offers a range of services including stock business solutions and system development, focusing on custom development and support services. The product portfolio includes cloud services, AI-enabled dash cameras, and IoT data communication services, catering to diverse client needs. The company aims to provide reliable solutions for sectors such as manufacturing, mobility, smart homes, healthcare, and infrastructure.
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