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inspecTSE:6656 -5.62%60 Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 16.84% as of Apr. 2026, which is 648% above its 10-year median of 2.25. GuruFocus rates TSE:6656 with a GF Score™ of 60/100 and a GF Value™ of 円1,072.78 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,029 Semiconductors companies, inspec ranks worse than 52.87% 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. inspec's annualizedNet Income for the quarter that ended in Apr. 2026 was 円586 Mil. inspec's average total tangible assets for the quarter that ended in Apr. 2026 was 円3,480 Mil. Therefore, inspec's annualized Return-on-Tangible-Asset for the quarter that ended in Apr. 2026 was 16.84%.
The historical rank and industry rank for inspec's Return-on-Tangible-Asset or its related term are showing as below:
TSE:6656'
s Return-on-Tangible-Asset Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -37.3 Med: 2.25 Max: 8.11
Current: 2.32
During the past 13 years, inspec's highest Return-on-Tangible-Asset was 8.11%. The lowest was -37.30%. And the median was 2.25%.
TSE:6656's Return-on-Tangible-Asset is ranked worse than 52.87% of 1029
companies
in the Semiconductors industry
Industry Median: 2.84
vs TSE:6656: 2.32
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.
inspec Return-on-Tangible-Asset Related Terms
inspec Return-on-Tangible-Asset Historical Data
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The historical data trend for inspec'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:6656 vs AMAT, LRCX, KLAC: Return-on-Tangible-Asset Comparison
For the Semiconductor Equipment & Materials subindustry, inspec'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.
inspec Return-on-Tangible-Asset vs Semiconductors Industry
For the Semiconductors industry and Technology sector, inspec's Return-on-Tangible-Asset distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where inspec'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 (Apr. 2026) net income data.
What does a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 16.84% mean?
inspec (TSE:6656) has a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 16.84% as of Apr. 2026. Return on tangible assets is the ratio of current-period net income to average two-period tangible assets. View historical data on inspec and its competitors. This is 648% above median its historical median of 2.25. According to the industry distribution chart, inspec ranks #544 out of 1029 companies in the Semiconductors industry, placing it in the top 52.9%.
Is inspec's Return-on-Tangible-Asset too high?
inspec's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 16.84% is 648% above median its 10-year median of 2.25. The Semiconductors industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 2.84. inspec's value of 16.84% is 493% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, inspec ranks #544 out of 1029 companies in the Semiconductors industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, inspec has a GF Score™ of 60/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does inspec's Return-on-Tangible-Asset compare to AMAT and LRCX?
According to the Semiconductors industry distribution chart, inspec ranks #544 out of 1029 companies for Return-on-Tangible-Asset. This places inspec in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 2.84. inspec's value of 16.84% is 493% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 2.25 vs. the industry median of 2.84, inspec 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 Semiconductors company?
The median Return-on-Tangible-Asset among Semiconductors companies is 2.84, based on 1,029 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. inspec's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 16.84% is 493% 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 inspec and its competitors. For the Semiconductors industry, the median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 2.84 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. inspec's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 16.84%, which is 648% above median its own 10-year median of 2.25. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is inspec stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, inspec (TSE:6656) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円1,072.78, compared to a current price of 円856.00 — trading 20.2% below its estimated fair value. The current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 16.84%, which is 648% above median its 10-year median of 2.25 and 493% above the Semiconductors industry median of 2.84. inspec's overall GF Score™ is 60/100 with 8 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 inspec (TSE:6656), the current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 16.84% as of Apr. 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 inspec (TSE:6656) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, inspec stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of 円856.00 is trading 20.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of 円1,072.78.
GuruFocus considers inspec to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for TSE:6656:
Return-on-Tangible-Asset: 16.84% (648% above median its 10-year median of 2.25)
GF Value™: 円1,072.78 vs. price of 円856.00 (20.2% below fair value)
Industry Position: 493% above the Semiconductors median (#544 of 1029)
No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:6656 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
inspec Inc is engaged as manufacturer of visual inspection equipment that inspects the appearance of semiconductors and various IT related services. The company also offers services like regular maintenance, calibration service, and operation support services.
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