VallourecVLOUF 70 Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 5.67% as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates VLOUF with a GF Score™ of 70/100 and a GF Value™ of $14.43 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 633 Steel companies, Vallourec ranks better than 83.41% 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. Vallourec's annualizedNet Income for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $342 Mil. Vallourec's average total tangible assets for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $6,035 Mil. Therefore, Vallourec's annualized Return-on-Tangible-Asset for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 5.67%.
The historical rank and industry rank for Vallourec's Return-on-Tangible-Asset or its related term are showing as below:
VLOUF'
s Return-on-Tangible-Asset Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -20.35 Med: -6.31 Max: 9.09
Current: 6.82
During the past 13 years, Vallourec's highest Return-on-Tangible-Asset was 9.09%. The lowest was -20.35%. And the median was -6.31%.
VLOUF's Return-on-Tangible-Asset is ranked better than 83.41% of 633
companies
in the Steel industry
Industry Median: 1.97
vs VLOUF: 6.82
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.
Vallourec Return-on-Tangible-Asset Related Terms
Vallourec Return-on-Tangible-Asset Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Vallourec'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.
VLOUF vs NUE, STLD, RS: Return-on-Tangible-Asset Comparison
For the Steel subindustry, Vallourec'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.
Vallourec Return-on-Tangible-Asset vs Steel Industry
For the Steel industry and Basic Materials sector, Vallourec's Return-on-Tangible-Asset distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Vallourec'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 5.67% mean?
Vallourec (VLOUF) has a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 5.67% 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 Vallourec and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Vallourec ranks #105 out of 633 companies in the Steel industry, placing it in the top 16.6%.
Is Vallourec's Return-on-Tangible-Asset too high?
Vallourec's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 5.67%. The Steel industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 1.97. Vallourec's value of 5.67% is 187.8% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Vallourec ranks #105 out of 633 companies in the Steel industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Vallourec has a GF Score™ of 70/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Vallourec's Return-on-Tangible-Asset compare to NUE and STLD?
According to the Steel industry distribution chart, Vallourec ranks #105 out of 633 companies for Return-on-Tangible-Asset. This places Vallourec in the top 17% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 1.97. Vallourec's value of 5.67% is 187.8% above this benchmark. 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 Steel company?
The median Return-on-Tangible-Asset among Steel companies is 1.97, based on 633 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. Vallourec's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 5.67% is 187.8% 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 Vallourec and its competitors. For the Steel industry, the median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 1.97 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Vallourec's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 5.67%. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Vallourec stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Vallourec (VLOUF) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $14.43, compared to a current price of $22.14 — trading 53.4% above its estimated fair value. The current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 5.67% and 187.8% above the Steel industry median of 1.97. Vallourec's overall GF Score™ is 70/100 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 Vallourec (VLOUF), the current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 5.67% 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 Vallourec (VLOUF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Vallourec stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $22.14 is trading 53.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of $14.43.
GuruFocus considers Vallourec to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for VLOUF:
Return-on-Tangible-Asset: 5.67%
GF Value™: $14.43 vs. price of $22.14 (53.4% above fair value)
Industry Position: 187.8% above the Steel median (#105 of 633)
No single metric tells the full story. See the VLOUF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Vallourec SA is a world leader in premium tubular solutions for the energy markets and for demanding industrial applications such as oil & gas wells in harsh environments, new generation power plants, challenging architectural projects, and high-performance mechanical equipment. Its pioneering spirit and cutting-edge R&D open new technological frontiers. With close to around 13,000 dedicated and passionate employees in more than 20 countries, it works hand- in-hand with its customers to offer more than just tubes: Vallourec delivers safe, competitive, and smart tubular solutions to make every project possible.
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