RTL GroupXSWX:RRTL 66 Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 31.41% as of Dec. 2025, which is 125% above its 10-year median of 13.95. GuruFocus rates XSWX:RRTL with a GF Score™ of 66/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF48.18 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,042 Media - Diversified companies, RTL Group ranks better than 93.47% 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. RTL Group's annualizedNet Income for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was CHF1,769 Mil. RTL Group's average total tangible assets for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was CHF5,632 Mil. Therefore, RTL Group's annualized Return-on-Tangible-Asset for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was 31.41%.
The historical rank and industry rank for RTL Group's Return-on-Tangible-Asset or its related term are showing as below:
XSWX:RRTL'
s Return-on-Tangible-Asset Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 7.63 Med: 13.95 Max: 20.38
Current: 16.13
During the past 13 years, RTL Group's highest Return-on-Tangible-Asset was 20.38%. The lowest was 7.63%. And the median was 13.95%.
XSWX:RRTL's Return-on-Tangible-Asset is ranked better than 93.47% of 1042
companies
in the Media - Diversified industry
Industry Median: 0.74
vs XSWX:RRTL: 16.13
RTL Group (XSWX:RRTL) 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.
RTL Group Return-on-Tangible-Asset Related Terms
RTL Group Return-on-Tangible-Asset Historical Data
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The historical data trend for RTL Group'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.
XSWX:RRTL vs NXST: Return-on-Tangible-Asset Comparison
For the Broadcasting subindustry, RTL Group'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.
RTL Group Return-on-Tangible-Asset vs Media - Diversified Industry
For the Media - Diversified industry and Communication Services sector, RTL Group's Return-on-Tangible-Asset distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where RTL Group'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 (Dec. 2025) net income data.
What does a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 31.41% mean?
RTL Group (XSWX:RRTL) has a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 31.41% as of Dec. 2025. Return on tangible assets is the ratio of current-period net income to average two-period tangible assets. View historical data on RTL Group and its competitors. This is 125% above median its historical median of 13.95. Over the past decade, RTL Group's Return-on-Tangible-Asset has ranged from 7.63 to 20.38. According to the industry distribution chart, RTL Group ranks #68 out of 1042 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, placing it in the top 6.5%.
Is RTL Group's Return-on-Tangible-Asset too high?
RTL Group's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 31.41% is 125% above median its 10-year median of 13.95. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.63 to a high of 20.38. The Media - Diversified industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 0.74. RTL Group's value of 31.41% is 4144.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, RTL Group ranks #68 out of 1042 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, RTL Group has a GF Score™ of 66/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does RTL Group's Return-on-Tangible-Asset compare to NXST?
According to the Media - Diversified industry distribution chart, RTL Group ranks #68 out of 1042 companies for Return-on-Tangible-Asset. This places RTL Group in the top 7% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 0.74. RTL Group's value of 31.41% is 4144.6% above this benchmark. Historically, RTL Group's own Return-on-Tangible-Asset has ranged from 7.63 to 20.38 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 13.95 vs. the industry median of 0.74, RTL Group 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 Media - Diversified company?
The median Return-on-Tangible-Asset among Media - Diversified companies is 0.74, based on 1,042 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. RTL Group's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 31.41% is 4144.6% 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 RTL Group and its competitors. For the Media - Diversified industry, the median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 0.74 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. RTL Group's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 31.41%, which is 125% above median its own 10-year median of 13.95. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is RTL Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, RTL Group (XSWX:RRTL) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF48.18, compared to a current price of CHF29.50 — trading 38.8% below its estimated fair value. The current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 31.41%, which is 125% above median its 10-year median of 13.95 and 4144.6% above the Media - Diversified industry median of 0.74. RTL Group's overall GF Score™ is 66/100 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 RTL Group (XSWX:RRTL), the current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 31.41% as of Dec. 2025. 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 RTL Group (XSWX:RRTL) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, RTL Group stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of CHF29.50 is trading 38.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of CHF48.18.
GuruFocus considers RTL Group to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for XSWX:RRTL:
Return-on-Tangible-Asset: 31.41% (125% above median its 10-year median of 13.95)
GF Value™: CHF48.18 vs. price of CHF29.50 (38.8% below fair value)
Industry Position: 4144.6% above the Media - Diversified median (#68 of 1042)
No single metric tells the full story. See the XSWX:RRTL stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
RTL Group SA is an entertainment company across broadcast, streaming, content, and digital, with interests in 52 television channels, six streaming services, and 40 radio stations. With its TV channels, streaming services, radio stations, and online platforms in Germany, France, Hungary, and Luxembourg. Group's streaming services include RTL+ in Germany and Hungary, and M6+ in France.
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