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. Archer-Daniels-Midland Co's annualizedNet Income for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF938 Mil. Archer-Daniels-Midland Co's average total tangible assets for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF37,491 Mil. Therefore, Archer-Daniels-Midland Co's annualized Return-on-Tangible-Asset for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 2.50%.
The historical rank and industry rank for Archer-Daniels-Midland Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset or its related term are showing as below:
XSWX:ADM'
s Return-on-Tangible-Asset Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.34 Med: 4.36 Max: 8.46
Current: 2.34
During the past 13 years, Archer-Daniels-Midland Co's highest Return-on-Tangible-Asset was 8.46%. The lowest was 2.34%. And the median was 4.36%.
XSWX:ADM's Return-on-Tangible-Asset is ranked worse than 57.96% of 1991
companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 3.39
vs XSWX:ADM: 2.34
Archer-Daniels-Midland Co (XSWX:ADM) 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.
Archer-Daniels-Midland Co Return-on-Tangible-Asset Related Terms
Archer-Daniels-Midland Co Return-on-Tangible-Asset Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Archer-Daniels-Midland Co'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.
Archer-Daniels-Midland Co Return-on-Tangible-Asset Chart
XSWX:ADM vs BG, TSN, CALM: Return-on-Tangible-Asset Comparison
For the Farm Products subindustry, Archer-Daniels-Midland Co'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.
Archer-Daniels-Midland Co Return-on-Tangible-Asset vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry
For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Archer-Daniels-Midland Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Archer-Daniels-Midland Co'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 2.50% mean?
Archer-Daniels-Midland Co (XSWX:ADM) has a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 2.50% 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 Archer-Daniels-Midland Co and its competitors. This is 43% below median its historical median of 4.36. Over the past decade, Archer-Daniels-Midland Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset has ranged from 2.34 to 8.46. According to the industry distribution chart, Archer-Daniels-Midland Co ranks #1154 out of 1991 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 58%.
Is Archer-Daniels-Midland Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset too high?
Archer-Daniels-Midland Co's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 2.50% is 43% below median its 10-year median of 4.36. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.34 to a high of 8.46. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.39. Archer-Daniels-Midland Co's value of 2.50% is 26.3% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Archer-Daniels-Midland Co ranks #1154 out of 1991 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Archer-Daniels-Midland Co has a GF Score™ of 75/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Archer-Daniels-Midland Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset compare to BG and TSN?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Archer-Daniels-Midland Co ranks #1154 out of 1991 companies for Return-on-Tangible-Asset. This places Archer-Daniels-Midland Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.39. Archer-Daniels-Midland Co's value of 2.50% is 26.3% below this benchmark. Historically, Archer-Daniels-Midland Co's own Return-on-Tangible-Asset has ranged from 2.34 to 8.46 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 4.36 vs. the industry median of 3.39, Archer-Daniels-Midland Co has consistently been below 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median Return-on-Tangible-Asset among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 3.39, based on 1,991 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. Archer-Daniels-Midland Co's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 2.50% is 26.3% below 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 Archer-Daniels-Midland Co and its competitors. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.39 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Archer-Daniels-Midland Co's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 2.50%, which is 43% below median its own 10-year median of 4.36. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Archer-Daniels-Midland Co stock overvalued right now?
Archer-Daniels-Midland Co (XSWX:ADM) has a current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 2.50%. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF48.38, compared to a current price of CHF62.13 — trading 28.4% above its estimated fair value. The current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 2.50%, which is 43% below median its 10-year median of 4.36 and 26.3% below the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 3.39. Archer-Daniels-Midland Co's overall GF Score™ is 75/100 with 10 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 Archer-Daniels-Midland Co (XSWX:ADM), the current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 2.50% 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 Archer-Daniels-Midland Co (XSWX:ADM) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Archer-Daniels-Midland Co stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of CHF62.13 is trading 28.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of CHF48.38.
Key valuation signals for XSWX:ADM:
Return-on-Tangible-Asset: 2.50% (43% below median its 10-year median of 4.36)
GF Value™: CHF48.38 vs. price of CHF62.13 (28.4% above fair value)
Industry Position: 26.3% below the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#1154 of 1991)
No single metric tells the full story. See the XSWX:ADM stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Archer-Daniels-Midland is a major processor of oilseeds, corn, wheat, and other agricultural commodities. The company is also one of the largest grain merchandisers through its extensive network of logistical assets to store and transport crops around the globe. ADM also runs a nutrition business that focuses on both human and animal ingredients and is a large producer of corn-based sweeteners, starches, and ethanol.
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