SFS Group AGXSWX:SFSN +1.20%90 Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 8.82% as of Dec. 2025, which is 20% below its 10-year median of 11.03. GuruFocus rates XSWX:SFSN with a GF Score™ of 90/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF115.48 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 3,071 Industrial Products companies, SFS Group AG ranks better than 81.7% 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. SFS Group AG's annualizedNet Income for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was CHF216 Mil. SFS Group AG's average total tangible assets for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was CHF2,446 Mil. Therefore, SFS Group AG's annualized Return-on-Tangible-Asset for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was 8.82%.
The historical rank and industry rank for SFS Group AG's Return-on-Tangible-Asset or its related term are showing as below:
XSWX:SFSN'
s Return-on-Tangible-Asset Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 8.75 Med: 11.03 Max: 14.02
Current: 8.83
During the past 13 years, SFS Group AG's highest Return-on-Tangible-Asset was 14.02%. The lowest was 8.75%. And the median was 11.03%.
XSWX:SFSN's Return-on-Tangible-Asset is ranked better than 81.7% of 3071
companies
in the Industrial Products industry
Industry Median: 3.24
vs XSWX:SFSN: 8.83
SFS Group AG (XSWX:SFSN) 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.
SFS Group AG Return-on-Tangible-Asset Related Terms
SFS Group AG Return-on-Tangible-Asset Historical Data
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The historical data trend for SFS Group AG'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:SFSN vs SNA, RBC, LECO: Return-on-Tangible-Asset Comparison
For the Tools & Accessories subindustry, SFS Group AG'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.
SFS Group AG Return-on-Tangible-Asset vs Industrial Products Industry
For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, SFS Group AG's Return-on-Tangible-Asset distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where SFS Group AG'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 8.82% mean?
SFS Group AG (XSWX:SFSN) has a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 8.82% 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 SFS Group AG and its competitors. This is 20% below median its historical median of 11.03. Over the past decade, SFS Group AG's Return-on-Tangible-Asset has ranged from 8.75 to 14.02. According to the industry distribution chart, SFS Group AG ranks #562 out of 3071 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 18.3%.
Is SFS Group AG's Return-on-Tangible-Asset too high?
SFS Group AG's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 8.82% is 20% below median its 10-year median of 11.03. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 8.75 to a high of 14.02. The Industrial Products industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.24. SFS Group AG's value of 8.82% is 172.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, SFS Group AG ranks #562 out of 3071 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, SFS Group AG has a GF Score™ of 90/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does SFS Group AG's Return-on-Tangible-Asset compare to SNA and RBC?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, SFS Group AG ranks #562 out of 3071 companies for Return-on-Tangible-Asset. This places SFS Group AG in the top 18% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.24. SFS Group AG's value of 8.82% is 172.2% above this benchmark. Historically, SFS Group AG's own Return-on-Tangible-Asset has ranged from 8.75 to 14.02 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 11.03 vs. the industry median of 3.24, SFS Group AG 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 an Industrial Products company?
The median Return-on-Tangible-Asset among Industrial Products companies is 3.24, based on 3,071 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. SFS Group AG's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 8.82% is 172.2% 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 SFS Group AG and its competitors. For the Industrial Products industry, the median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.24 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. SFS Group AG's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 8.82%, which is 20% below median its own 10-year median of 11.03. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is SFS Group AG stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, SFS Group AG (XSWX:SFSN) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF115.48, compared to a current price of CHF134.40 — trading 16.4% above its estimated fair value. The current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 8.82%, which is 20% below median its 10-year median of 11.03 and 172.2% above the Industrial Products industry median of 3.24. SFS Group AG's overall GF Score™ is 90/100 with 7 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 SFS Group AG (XSWX:SFSN), the current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 8.82% 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 SFS Group AG (XSWX:SFSN) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, SFS Group AG stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of CHF134.40 is trading 16.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of CHF115.48.
GuruFocus considers SFS Group AG to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for XSWX:SFSN:
Return-on-Tangible-Asset: 8.82% (20% below median its 10-year median of 11.03)
GF Value™: CHF115.48 vs. price of CHF134.40 (16.4% above fair value)
Industry Position: 172.2% above the Industrial Products median (#562 of 3071)
No single metric tells the full story. See the XSWX:SFSN stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
SFS Group AG is engaged in the development and manufacture of precision components, fastening systems, and distribution and logistics solutions for various industries. The group operates through three segments: Engineered Components, which develops and manufactures precision components, assemblies and fastening solutions for industries such as automotive, electronics, aerospace and medical devices; Fastening Systems, which develops and markets application-specific mechanical fastening systems mainly for the construction industry; and Distribution & Logistics, which supplies fastening elements, tools, C-parts and procurement and logistics solutions to industrial and manufacturing customers.
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