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ROA % is calculated as Net Income divided by its average Total Assets over a certain period of time. Universal Starch-Chem Allied's annualizedNet Income for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was ₹385 Mil.
Universal Starch-Chem Allied's average Total Assets over the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was ₹2,141 Mil. Therefore, Universal Starch-Chem Allied's annualized ROA % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 17.99%.
The historical rank and industry rank for Universal Starch-Chem Allied's ROA % or its related term are showing as below:
BOM:524408'
s ROA % Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -4.02 Med: 2.23 Max: 6.31
Current: 6
During the past 13 years, Universal Starch-Chem Allied's highest ROA % was 6.31%. The lowest was -4.02%. And the median was 2.23%.
BOM:524408's ROA % is ranked better than 68.85% of 260
companies
in the Agriculture industry
Industry Median: 3.09
vs BOM:524408: 6.00
ROA % measures the rate of return on the total assets (shareholder equity plus liabilities). It measures a firm's efficiency at generating profits from shareholders' equity plus its liabilities. ROA % shows how well a company uses what it has to generate earnings. ROA %s can vary drastically across industries. Therefore, ROA % should not be used to compare companies in different industries. For retailers, a ROA % of higher than 5% is expected. For example, Wal-Mart (WMT) has a ROA % of about 8% as of 2012. For banks, ROA % is close to their interest spread. A banks ROA % is typically well under 2%.
Similar to ROE, ROA % is affected by profit margins and asset turnover. This can be seen from the Du Pont Formula:
Note:
The Net Income data used here is four times the quarterly (Mar. 2026) net income data. The Revenue data used here is four times the quarterly (Mar. 2026) revenue data.
* 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.
Be Aware
Like ROE, ROA % is calculated with only 12 months data. Fluctuations in the company's earnings or business cycles can affect the ratio drastically. It is important to look at the ratio from a long term perspective. ROA % can be affected by events such as stock buyback or issuance, and by goodwill, a company's tax rate and its interest payment. ROA % 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 ROA % may indicate vulnerability in the durability of the competitive advantage.
E.g. Raising $43b to take on KO is impossible, but $1.7b to take on Moody's is. Although Moody's ROA % and underlying economics is far superior to Coca Cola, the durability is far weaker because of lower entry cost.
Universal Starch-Chem Allied ROA % Related Terms
Universal Starch-Chem Allied ROA % Historical Data
* 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.
For the Agricultural Inputs subindustry, Universal Starch-Chem Allied's ROA %, along with its competitors' market caps and ROA % 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.
Universal Starch-Chem Allied ROA % vs Agriculture Industry
For the Agriculture industry and Basic Materials sector, Universal Starch-Chem Allied's ROA % distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Universal Starch-Chem Allied's ROA % 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 ROA %, the net income of the last fiscal year and the average total 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.
ROA % is displayed in the 30-year financial page.
Universal Starch-Chem Allied (BOM:524408) has a ROA % of 17.99% as of Mar. 2026. Return on assets is the ratio of current-period net income to average two-period total assets. View historical data on Universal Starch-Chem Allied and its competitors. This is 707% above median its historical median of 2.23. According to the industry distribution chart, Universal Starch-Chem Allied ranks #81 out of 260 companies in the Agriculture industry, placing it in the top 31.2%.
Is Universal Starch-Chem Allied's ROA % too high?
Universal Starch-Chem Allied's current ROA % of 17.99% is 707% above median its 10-year median of 2.23. The Agriculture industry median ROA % is 3.09. Universal Starch-Chem Allied's value of 17.99% is 482.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Universal Starch-Chem Allied ranks #81 out of 260 companies in the Agriculture industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Universal Starch-Chem Allied has a GF Score™ of 58/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Universal Starch-Chem Allied's ROA % compare to CTVA and CF?
According to the Agriculture industry distribution chart, Universal Starch-Chem Allied ranks #81 out of 260 companies for ROA %. This puts Universal Starch-Chem Allied in the upper half of its industry. The industry median ROA % is 3.09. Universal Starch-Chem Allied's value of 17.99% is 482.2% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 2.23 vs. the industry median of 3.09, Universal Starch-Chem Allied 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 ROA % for an Agriculture company?
The median ROA % among Agriculture companies is 3.09, based on 260 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a ROA % significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, ROA % should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Universal Starch-Chem Allied's current ROA % of 17.99% is 482.2% 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 ROA % mean?
A high ROA % can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Return on assets is the ratio of current-period net income to average two-period total assets. View historical data on Universal Starch-Chem Allied and its competitors. For the Agriculture industry, the median ROA % is 3.09 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Universal Starch-Chem Allied's current ROA % is 17.99%, which is 707% above median its own 10-year median of 2.23. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Universal Starch-Chem Allied stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Universal Starch-Chem Allied (BOM:524408) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₹159.31, compared to a current price of ₹199.00 — trading 24.9% above its estimated fair value. The current ROA % is 17.99%, which is 707% above median its 10-year median of 2.23 and 482.2% above the Agriculture industry median of 3.09. Universal Starch-Chem Allied's overall GF Score™ is 58/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is ROA % calculated?
ROA % is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Universal Starch-Chem Allied (BOM:524408), the current ROA % is 17.99% 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 Universal Starch-Chem Allied (BOM:524408) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Universal Starch-Chem Allied stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of ₹199.00 is trading 24.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of ₹159.31.
GuruFocus considers Universal Starch-Chem Allied to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for BOM:524408:
ROA %: 17.99% (707% above median its 10-year median of 2.23)
GF Value™: ₹159.31 vs. price of ₹199.00 (24.9% above fair value)
Industry Position: 482.2% above the Agriculture median (#81 of 260)
No single metric tells the full story. See the BOM:524408 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Universal Starch-Chem Allied Ltd is a manufacturer and exporter specializing in maize starch and its derivatives. The company operates in maize refining, producing products like starch powder, liquid glucose, dextrose monohydrate, dextrose anhydrous, and modified starches which serve various industries such as food, pharmaceuticals, textiles, paper, and adhesives. The company's operations are principally based in Maharashtra, India. Revenue is generated through the manufacturing and export of these starch-based products to a diverse set of domestic and international customers. Alongside its core starch business, the company engages in activities related to energy and environmental management, including bio-gas production and power generation via wind and co-generation plants.
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