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Caldwell Partners InternationalTSX:CWL 52 Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 9.96% as of May. 2026, which is 64% above its 10-year median of 6.07. GuruFocus rates TSX:CWL with a GF Score™ of 52/100 and a GF Value™ of C$0.93 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,094 Business Services companies, Caldwell Partners International ranks better than 59.41% on this metric.
The historical rank and industry rank for Caldwell Partners International's Return-on-Tangible-Asset or its related term are showing as below:
TSX:CWL'
s Return-on-Tangible-Asset Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -13.19 Med: 6.07 Max: 9.24
Current: 5.71
During the past 13 years, Caldwell Partners International's highest Return-on-Tangible-Asset was 9.24%. The lowest was -13.19%. And the median was 6.07%.
TSX:CWL's Return-on-Tangible-Asset is ranked better than 59.41% of 1094
companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 3.97
vs TSX:CWL: 5.71
Caldwell Partners International (TSX:CWL) 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.
Caldwell Partners International Return-on-Tangible-Asset Related Terms
Caldwell Partners International Return-on-Tangible-Asset Historical Data
* 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.
Caldwell Partners International Return-on-Tangible-Asset Chart
TSX:CWL vs KFY, RHI, TNET: Return-on-Tangible-Asset Comparison
For the Staffing & Employment Services subindustry, Caldwell Partners International'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.
Caldwell Partners International Return-on-Tangible-Asset vs Business Services Industry
For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, Caldwell Partners International's Return-on-Tangible-Asset distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Caldwell Partners International'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 (May. 2026) net income data.
What does a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 9.96% mean?
Caldwell Partners International (TSX:CWL) has a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 9.96% as of May. 2026. Return on tangible assets is the ratio of current-period net income to average two-period tangible assets. View historical data on Caldwell Partners International and its competitors. This is 64% above median its historical median of 6.07. According to the industry distribution chart, Caldwell Partners International ranks #444 out of 1094 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 40.6%.
Is Caldwell Partners International's Return-on-Tangible-Asset too high?
Caldwell Partners International's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 9.96% is 64% above median its 10-year median of 6.07. The Business Services industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.97. Caldwell Partners International's value of 9.96% is 150.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Caldwell Partners International ranks #444 out of 1094 companies in the Business Services industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Caldwell Partners International has a GF Score™ of 52/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Caldwell Partners International's Return-on-Tangible-Asset compare to KFY and RHI?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, Caldwell Partners International ranks #444 out of 1094 companies for Return-on-Tangible-Asset. This puts Caldwell Partners International in the upper half of its industry. The industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.97. Caldwell Partners International's value of 9.96% is 150.9% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 6.07 vs. the industry median of 3.97, Caldwell Partners International 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 Business Services company?
The median Return-on-Tangible-Asset among Business Services companies is 3.97, based on 1,094 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. Caldwell Partners International's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 9.96% is 150.9% 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 Caldwell Partners International and its competitors. For the Business Services industry, the median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.97 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Caldwell Partners International's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 9.96%, which is 64% above median its own 10-year median of 6.07. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Caldwell Partners International stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Caldwell Partners International (TSX:CWL) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is C$0.93, compared to a current price of C$1.06 — trading 14% above its estimated fair value. The current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 9.96%, which is 64% above median its 10-year median of 6.07 and 150.9% above the Business Services industry median of 3.97. Caldwell Partners International's overall GF Score™ is 52/100 with 6 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 Caldwell Partners International (TSX:CWL), the current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 9.96% as of May. 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 Caldwell Partners International (TSX:CWL) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Caldwell Partners International stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of C$1.06 is trading 14% above its estimated GF Value™ of C$0.93.
GuruFocus considers Caldwell Partners International to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for TSX:CWL:
Return-on-Tangible-Asset: 9.96% (64% above median its 10-year median of 6.07)
GF Value™: C$0.93 vs. price of C$1.06 (14% above fair value)
Industry Position: 150.9% above the Business Services median (#444 of 1094)
No single metric tells the full story. See the TSX:CWL stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Caldwell Partners International Business Description
Caldwell Partners International Inc is a provider of executive search that specializes in the recruitment of executives for full-time and advisory roles. The company contracts with its clients, on an assignment basis providing advice on the identification, evaluation, assessment, and recommendation of qualified candidates for filling of senior executive positions. It recruits employees for various positions that include Board Services, Human Resources, Information Security, Legal, Marketing, Industrial, Insurance, Healthcare, Media, Real Estate, Technology, etc. The company operates through two segments; Caldwell and IQTalent, out of which the majority revenue is generated from Caldwell segment. The company's operations are spread across Canada, the United States, Asia Pacific, and Europe.
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