Libstar HoldingsJSE:LBR 76 ROA % is -2.03% as of Dec. 2025. GuruFocus rates JSE:LBR with a GF Score™ of 76/100 and a GF Value™ of R4.23 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,990 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Libstar Holdings ranks worse than 50251.21% on this metric.
ROA % is calculated as Net Income divided by its average Total Assets over a certain period of time. Libstar Holdings's annualizedNet Income for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was R-182 Mil.
Libstar Holdings's average Total Assets over the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was R8,965 Mil. Therefore, Libstar Holdings's annualized ROA % for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was -2.03%.
The historical rank and industry rank for Libstar Holdings's ROA % or its related term are showing as below:
During the past 12 years, Libstar Holdings's highest ROA % was 2.70%. The lowest was -3.38%. And the median was 2.09%.
JSE:LBR's ROA % is not ranked *
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry.
Industry Median: 3.245 * Ranked among companies with meaningful ROA % only.
Libstar Holdings (JSE:LBR) ROA % Explanation
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 two times the semi-annual (Dec. 2025) net income data. The Revenue data used here is two times the semi-annual (Dec. 2025) 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.
Libstar Holdings ROA % Related Terms
Libstar Holdings ROA % Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Libstar Holdings's ROA % 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.
For the Packaged Foods subindustry, Libstar Holdings'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.
Libstar Holdings ROA % vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry
For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Libstar Holdings's ROA % distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Libstar Holdings'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 two times the semi-annual (Dec. 2025) net income data.
ROA % is displayed in the 30-year financial page.
Libstar Holdings (JSE:LBR) has a ROA % of -2.03% as of Dec. 2025. Return on assets is the ratio of current-period net income to average two-period total assets. View historical data on Libstar Holdings and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Libstar Holdings ranks #999999 out of 1990 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry.
Is Libstar Holdings' ROA % too high?
Libstar Holdings' current ROA % is -2.03%. Based on the distribution chart, Libstar Holdings ranks #999999 out of 1990 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Libstar Holdings has a GF Score™ of 76/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Libstar Holdings' ROA % compare to KHC and GIS?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Libstar Holdings ranks #999999 out of 1990 companies for ROA %. This places Libstar Holdings in the lower half of its industry. The industry median ROA % is 3.25. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good ROA % for a Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median ROA % among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 3.25, based on 1,990 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. 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 Libstar Holdings and its competitors. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median ROA % is 3.25 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Libstar Holdings's current ROA % is -2.03%. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Libstar Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Libstar Holdings (JSE:LBR) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is R4.23, compared to a current price of R4.25 — trading 0.5% above its estimated fair value. The current ROA % is -2.03%. Libstar Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 76/100 with 4 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 Libstar Holdings (JSE:LBR), the current ROA % is -2.03% 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 Libstar Holdings (JSE:LBR) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Libstar Holdings stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of R4.25 is trading 0.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of R4.23.
GuruFocus considers Libstar Holdings to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for JSE:LBR:
ROA %: -2.03%
GF Value™: R4.23 vs. price of R4.25 (0.5% above fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the JSE:LBR stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Libstar Holdings Ltd is a manufacturer, distributor, and marketer of branded and private-label consumer packaged goods. Its portfolio comprises: Perishable Products, such as dairy, meat, fresh mushrooms, and convenience meals; Ambient Products that include dry and wet condiments, meal ingredients, baked goods, snacks, and spreads; and Household and Personal Care products. Products are sold in South Africa and globally across four channels (Retail and wholesale, Food service, Exports, and Industrial and contract manufacturing). The company's operating segment includes Perishable Products, Ambient Products, and Household and Personal Care Products. It generates maximum revenue from the Ambient Products. The company's manufacturing facilities are situated in South Africa.
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