Return-on-Tangible-Equity is calculated as Net Income divided by its average total shareholder tangible equity. Total shareholder tangible equity equals to Total Stockholders Equity minus Intangible Assets. Villeroy & Boch AG's annualized net income for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF12 Mil. Villeroy & Boch AG's average shareholder tangible equity for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF-27 Mil. Therefore, Villeroy & Boch AG's annualized Return-on-Tangible-Equity for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was Negative Tangible Equity%.
The historical rank and industry rank for Villeroy & Boch AG's Return-on-Tangible-Equity or its related term are showing as below:
XSWX:VIB3'
s Return-on-Tangible-Equity Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.8 Med: 21.12 Max: 42.49
Current: Negative Tangible Equity
During the past 13 years, Villeroy & Boch AG's highest Return-on-Tangible-Equity was 42.49%. The lowest was 3.80%. And the median was 21.12%.
XSWX:VIB3's Return-on-Tangible-Equity is ranked better than 99.94% of 1705
companies
in the Construction industry
Industry Median: 8.25
vs XSWX:VIB3: Negative Tangible Equity
Villeroy & Boch AG (XSWX:VIB3) Return-on-Tangible-Equity Explanation
Return-on-Tangible-Equity measures the rate of return on the ownership interest (shareholder's tangible equity) of the common stock owners. It measures a firm's efficiency at generating profits from every unit of shareholders' tangible equity (shareholders equity minus intangibles). Return-on-Tangible-Equity shows how well a company uses investment funds to generate earnings growth. Return-on-Tangible-Equitys between 15% and 20% are considered desirable.
Be Aware
Net Income is used.
Because a company can increase its Return-on-Tangible-Equity by having more financial leverage, it is important to watch the leverage ratio when investing in high Return-on-Tangible-Equity companies. Like Return-on-Tangible-Asset, Return-on-Tangible-Equity is calculated with only 12 months data. Fluctuations in company's earnings or business cycles can affect the ratio drastically. It is important to look at the ratio from a long term perspective.
Asset light businesses require very few assets to generate very high earnings. Their Return-on-Tangible-Equitys can be extremely high.
Villeroy & Boch AG Return-on-Tangible-Equity Related Terms
Villeroy & Boch AG Return-on-Tangible-Equity Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Villeroy & Boch AG's Return-on-Tangible-Equity 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.
Villeroy & Boch AG Return-on-Tangible-Equity Chart
XSWX:VIB3 vs TT, JCI, CARR: Return-on-Tangible-Equity Comparison
For the Building Products & Equipment subindustry, Villeroy & Boch AG's Return-on-Tangible-Equity, along with its competitors' market caps and Return-on-Tangible-Equity 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.
Villeroy & Boch AG Return-on-Tangible-Equity vs Construction Industry
For the Construction industry and Industrials sector, Villeroy & Boch AG's Return-on-Tangible-Equity distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Villeroy & Boch AG's Return-on-Tangible-Equity 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-Equity, the net income of the last fiscal year and the average total shareholder tangible equity 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.
Return-on-Tangible-Equity is displayed in the 10-year financial page.
What does a Return-on-Tangible-Equity of Negative Tangible Equity% mean?
Villeroy & Boch AG (XSWX:VIB3) has a Return-on-Tangible-Equity of Negative Tangible Equity% as of Mar. 2026. Return on tangible equity is the ratio of current-period net income to average two-period tangible equity. View historical data on Villeroy & Boch AG and its competitors. Over the past decade, Villeroy & Boch AG's Return-on-Tangible-Equity has ranged from 3.80 to 42.49. According to the industry distribution chart, Villeroy & Boch AG ranks #1 out of 1705 companies in the Construction industry, placing it in the top 0.099999999999994%.
Is Villeroy & Boch AG's Return-on-Tangible-Equity too high?
Villeroy & Boch AG's current Return-on-Tangible-Equity is Negative Tangible Equity%. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.80 to a high of 42.49. Based on the distribution chart, Villeroy & Boch AG ranks #1 out of 1705 companies in the Construction industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Villeroy & Boch AG has a GF Score™ of 73/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Villeroy & Boch AG's Return-on-Tangible-Equity compare to TT and JCI?
According to the Construction industry distribution chart, Villeroy & Boch AG ranks #1 out of 1705 companies for Return-on-Tangible-Equity. This places Villeroy & Boch AG in the top 0% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Return-on-Tangible-Equity is 8.25. Historically, Villeroy & Boch AG's own Return-on-Tangible-Equity has ranged from 3.80 to 42.49 over the past decade. 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-Equity for a Construction company?
The median Return-on-Tangible-Equity among Construction companies is 8.25, based on 1,705 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Return-on-Tangible-Equity significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Return-on-Tangible-Equity should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. 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-Equity mean?
A high Return-on-Tangible-Equity can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Return on tangible equity is the ratio of current-period net income to average two-period tangible equity. View historical data on Villeroy & Boch AG and its competitors. For the Construction industry, the median Return-on-Tangible-Equity is 8.25 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Villeroy & Boch AG's current Return-on-Tangible-Equity is Negative Tangible Equity%. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Villeroy & Boch AG stock overvalued right now?
Villeroy & Boch AG (XSWX:VIB3) has a current Return-on-Tangible-Equity of Negative Tangible Equity%. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF17.55, compared to a current price of CHF16.45 — trading 6.3% below its estimated fair value. The current Return-on-Tangible-Equity is Negative Tangible Equity%. Villeroy & Boch AG's overall GF Score™ is 73/100 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-Equity calculated?
Return-on-Tangible-Equity is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Villeroy & Boch AG (XSWX:VIB3), the current Return-on-Tangible-Equity is Negative Tangible Equity% 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 Villeroy & Boch AG (XSWX:VIB3) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Villeroy & Boch AG stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of CHF16.45 is trading 6.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of CHF17.55.
No single metric tells the full story. See the XSWX:VIB3 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Villeroy & Boch AG is a manufacturer of home furnishing products based in Germany. The firm's activities are broadly categorized into two segments. The Bathroom and Wellness Division produces a variety of items, including ceramic sanitary ware, ceramic kitchen sinks, bathroom furniture, shower tubs, whirlpools, as well as bath and kitchen fittings and accessories. This division also offers shower toilets, installation systems, outdoor whirlpools, and a range of accessories. Meanwhile, the Dining & Lifestyle Division provides an extensive selection of tableware, glassware, and cutlery designed for stylish dining, along with home accessories, gifts, and convenience-oriented products made from porcelain. The majority of the firm's revenue comes from the Bathroom and Wellness Division.
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