3D Systems (MIL:1DDD) ROA %: -3.44% (As of Mar. 2026)


MIL:1DDD 3D Systems Corp MIL:1DDD
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What is 3D Systems ROA %?

3D Systems MIL:1DDD -8.66% 32 ROA % is -3.44% as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates MIL:1DDD with a GF Score™ of 32/100 and a GF Value™ of €2.11 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,502 Hardware companies, 3D Systems ranks better than 90.65% on this metric.

ROA % is calculated as Net Income divided by its average Total Assets over a certain period of time. 3D Systems's annualized Net Income for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was €-15.3 Mil. 3D Systems's average Total Assets over the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was €444.7 Mil. Therefore, 3D Systems's annualized ROA % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was -3.44%.

The historical rank and industry rank for 3D Systems's ROA % or its related term are showing as below:

MIL:1DDD' s ROA % Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -31.96   Med: -7.89   Max: 28.22
Current: 11.31

During the past 13 years, 3D Systems's highest ROA % was 28.22%. The lowest was -31.96%. And the median was -7.89%.

MIL:1DDD's ROA % is ranked better than
90.65% of 2502 companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 2.265 vs MIL:1DDD: 11.31

3D Systems  (MIL:1DDD) 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 bank’s 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:

ROA %(Q: Mar. 2026 )
=Net Income/Total Assets
=-15.308/444.7005
=(Net Income / Revenue)*(Revenue / Total Assets)
=(-15.308 / 330.56)*(330.56 / 444.7005)
=Net Margin %*Asset Turnover
=-4.63 %*0.7433
=-3.44 %

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.


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3D Systems ROA % Historical Data

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The historical data trend for 3D Systems'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.

3D Systems ROA % Chart

3D Systems Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
ROA %
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 28.88 -8.47 -29.25 -32.77 4.97

3D Systems Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
ROA % Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -24.41 69.04 -12.53 -14.52 -3.44

MIL:1DDD vs VELO, QMCO, OSS: ROA % Comparison

For the Computer Hardware subindustry, 3D Systems'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.


3D Systems ROA % vs Hardware Industry

For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, 3D Systems's ROA % distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where 3D Systems's ROA % falls into.


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3D Systems ROA % Calculation

3D Systems's annualized ROA % for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as:

ROA %=Net Income (A: Dec. 2025 )/( (Total Assets (A: Dec. 2024 )+Total Assets (A: Dec. 2025 ))/ count )
=25.52/( (581.448+445.556)/ 2 )
=25.52/513.502
=4.97 %

3D Systems's annualized ROA % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as:

ROA %=Net Income (Q: Mar. 2026 )/( (Total Assets (Q: Dec. 2025 )+Total Assets (Q: Mar. 2026 ))/ count )
=-15.308/( (445.556+443.845)/ 2 )
=-15.308/444.7005
=-3.44 %

* 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.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about ROA % →
What does a ROA % of -3.44% mean?
3D Systems (MIL:1DDD) has a ROA % of -3.44% 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 3D Systems and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, 3D Systems ranks #234 out of 2502 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 9.4%.
Is 3D Systems' ROA % too high?
3D Systems' current ROA % is -3.44%. Based on the distribution chart, 3D Systems ranks #234 out of 2502 companies in the Hardware industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, 3D Systems has a GF Score™ of 32/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does 3D Systems' ROA % compare to VELO and QMCO?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, 3D Systems ranks #234 out of 2502 companies for ROA %. This places 3D Systems in the top 9% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median ROA % is 2.27. 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 Hardware company?
The median ROA % among Hardware companies is 2.27, based on 2,502 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 3D Systems and its competitors. For the Hardware industry, the median ROA % is 2.27 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. 3D Systems's current ROA % is -3.44%. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is 3D Systems stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, 3D Systems (MIL:1DDD) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €2.11, compared to a current price of €2.53 — trading 20% above its estimated fair value. The current ROA % is -3.44%. 3D Systems' overall GF Score™ is 32/100 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 3D Systems (MIL:1DDD), the current ROA % is -3.44% 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 3D Systems (MIL:1DDD) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, 3D Systems stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €2.53 is trading 20% above its estimated GF Value™ of €2.11. GuruFocus considers 3D Systems to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for MIL:1DDD:

  • ROA %: -3.44%
  • GF Value™: €2.11 vs. price of €2.53 (20% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 32/100 with 4 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the MIL:1DDD stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


3D Systems Business Description

Address 333 Three D Systems Circle, Rock Hill, SC, USA, 29730
3D Systems Corp provide comprehensive 3D printing and digital manufacturing solutions, including 3D printers for plastics and metals, materials, software, and services, including maintenance, manufacturing and applications engineering. Its solutions support applications in two key industry verticals: Healthcare Solutions provide surgical planning, implants, instrumentation, and medical education solutions to help medical device manufacturers and healthcare providers accelerate, and ultimately, transform healthcare, and Industrial Solutions which includes aerospace, defense, transportation and general manufacturing. The company operates in the Americas, EMEA, and APAC regions.
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