VAT Group AG (XSWX:VACN) ROCE %: 25.38% (As of Dec. 2025)


XSWX:VACN VAT Group AG XSWX:VACN
89 GF Score
Price CHF665.60
GF Value CHF426.77
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is VAT Group AG ROCE %?

VAT Group AG XSWX:VACN -0.48% 89 ROCE % is 25.38% as of Dec. 2025. GuruFocus rates XSWX:VACN with a GF Score™ of 89/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF426.77 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review.

ROCE % measures how well a company generates profits from its capital. It is calculated as EBIT divided by Capital Employed, where Capital Employed is calculated as Total Assets minus Total Current Liabilities. VAT Group AG's annualized ROCE % for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was 25.38%.

VAT Group AG  (XSWX:VACN) ROCE % Explanation

ROCE % can be especially useful when comparing the performance of capital-intensive companies. Unlike ROE %, which indicates the profitability of Shareholders Equity, ROCE % also considers long-term debt in Capital Employed. This can be helpful when analyzing companies with significant debt, as the result is neutralized by taking debt into consideration.

Generally speaking, a higher ROCE % indicates a stonger profitability for a company. Moreover, it is important to look at the ratio from a long term perspective. Investors tend to favor companies with stable and rising ROCE % trend over those with volatile ones.

VAT Group AG ROCE % Related Terms

VAT Group AG ROCE % Historical Data

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The historical data trend for VAT Group AG's ROCE % 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.

VAT Group AG ROCE % Chart

VAT Group AG Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
ROCE %
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VAT Group AG Semi-Annual Data
Jun16 Dec16 Jun17 Dec17 Jun18 Dec18 Jun19 Dec19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25
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VAT Group AG ROCE % Calculation

VAT Group AG's annualized ROCE % for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as:

ROCE %=EBIT/( (Capital Employed+Capital Employed)/ count )
(A: Dec. 2025 )  (A: Dec. 2024 )(A: Dec. 2025 )
=EBIT/( ( (Total Assets - Total Current Liabilities)+(Total Assets - Total Current Liabilities) )/ count )
(A: Dec. 2025 )  (A: Dec. 2024 )(A: Dec. 2025 )
=260.851/( ( (1294.746 - 226.63) + (1262.878 - 362.014) )/ 2 )
=260.851/( (1068.116+900.864)/ 2 )
=260.851/984.49
=26.50 %

VAT Group AG's ROCE % of for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as:

ROCE %=EBIT (1)/( (Capital Employed+Capital Employed)/ count )
(Q: Dec. 2025 )  (Q: Jun. 2025 )(Q: Dec. 2025 )
=EBIT/( ( (Total Assets - Total Current Liabilities)+(Total Assets - Total Current Liabilities) )/ count )
(Q: Dec. 2025 )  (Q: Jun. 2025 )(Q: Dec. 2025 )
=236.9/( ( (1357.438 - 391.199) + (1262.878 - 362.014) )/ 2 )
=236.9/( ( 966.239 + 900.864 )/ 2 )
=236.9/933.5515
=25.38 %

(1) Note: The EBIT data used here is two times the semi-annual (Dec. 2025) EBIT 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.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about ROCE % →
What does a ROCE % of 25.38% mean?
VAT Group AG (XSWX:VACN) has a ROCE % of 25.38% as of Dec. 2025.
Is VAT Group AG's ROCE % too high?
VAT Group AG's current ROCE % is 25.38%. The Industrial Products industry median ROCE % is 7.10. VAT Group AG's value of 25.38% is 257.5% above this industry median. Overall, VAT Group AG has a GF Score™ of 89/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does VAT Group AG's ROCE % compare to GEV and ETN?
VAT Group AG's ROCE % of 25.38% can be compared against companies in the Industrial Products industry. The industry median ROCE % is 7.10. VAT Group AG's value of 25.38% is 257.5% above this benchmark. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good ROCE % for an Industrial Products company?
The median ROCE % among Industrial Products companies is 7.10, based on 3,032 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a ROCE % significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, ROCE % should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. VAT Group AG's current ROCE % of 25.38% is 257.5% 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 ROCE % mean?
A high ROCE % can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. For the Industrial Products industry, the median ROCE % is 7.10 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. VAT Group AG's current ROCE % is 25.38%. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is VAT Group AG stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, VAT Group AG (XSWX:VACN) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF426.77, compared to a current price of CHF665.60 — trading 56% above its estimated fair value. The current ROCE % is 25.38% and 257.5% above the Industrial Products industry median of 7.10. VAT Group AG's overall GF Score™ is 89/100 with 7 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is ROCE % calculated?
ROCE % is calculated from a company's financial statements. For VAT Group AG (XSWX:VACN), the current ROCE % is 25.38% 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 VAT Group AG (XSWX:VACN) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, VAT Group AG stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of CHF665.60 is trading 56% above its estimated GF Value™ of CHF426.77. GuruFocus considers VAT Group AG to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for XSWX:VACN:

  • ROCE %: 25.38%
  • GF Value™: CHF426.77 vs. price of CHF665.60 (56% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 89/100 with 7 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 257.5% above the Industrial Products median

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

VAT Group AG Business Description

Address Rutistrasse 4, Haag, CHE, CH-9469
VAT Group AG is a developer and manufacturer of vacuum valves and related solutions used in vacuum environments required for the manufacturing of semiconductors, photovoltaic solar cells, digital displays, and other industrial and research applications. Its products are mission-critical components that enable high-precision processes in near-perfect vacuum environments. It operates through two segments: valves, which earn maximum revenue and focus on the design and manufacture of vacuum valves and related components, and service, which provides spare parts, repairs, upgrades, and support services for installed products. The company maintains a production footprint across multiple locations and serves customers internationally, earning a majority of its revenue from China.
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