Next Biometrics Group ASA Net Assets
Next Biometrics Group ASA net assets. Based on the latest financial reports, Next Biometrics Group ASA (NEXT) has net assets worth Nkr8.86 Million NOK (≈ $932.22K USD) as of June 2026. Net assets (also known as shareholders' equity or book value) represent the difference between a company's total assets (Nkr37.30 Million ≈ $3.92 Million USD) and total liabilities (Nkr28.44 Million ≈ $2.99 Million USD). This figure indicates the residual interest in the assets after deducting liabilities, essentially showing what would remain for shareholders if all assets were liquidated and all debts paid off. Also explore how fast is Next Biometrics Group ASA growing its equity to track the company's year-over-year net asset growth rate.
Key Net Assets Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Net Assets | Nkr8.86 Million |
| % of Total Assets | 23.75% |
| Annual Growth Rate | 21.27% |
| 5-Year Change | -81.24% |
| 10-Year Change | -85.79% |
| Growth Volatility | 116.44 |
Net Assets of Next Biometrics Group ASA (2011–2025)
Net assets of Next Biometrics Group ASA from 2011 to 2025. This chart illustrates how Next Biometrics Group ASA's net assets have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. See Next Biometrics Group ASA net asset quality index to measure how much of total assets are equity-financed.
Annual Net Assets for Next Biometrics Group ASA (2011–2025)
The table below shows the annual net assets of Next Biometrics Group ASA from 2011 to 2025. For live market cap and overall valuation, see market cap of Next Biometrics Group ASA.
| Year | Net Assets | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | Nkr25.18 Million ≈ $2.65 Million |
-78.81% |
| 2024-12-31 | Nkr118.86 Million ≈ $12.51 Million |
+25.97% |
| 2023-12-31 | Nkr94.35 Million ≈ $9.93 Million |
-1.72% |
| 2022-12-31 | Nkr96.00 Million ≈ $10.10 Million |
-28.49% |
| 2021-12-31 | Nkr134.25 Million ≈ $14.13 Million |
+38.14% |
| 2020-12-31 | Nkr97.19 Million ≈ $10.23 Million |
-27.90% |
| 2019-12-31 | Nkr134.80 Million ≈ $14.18 Million |
+13.00% |
| 2018-12-31 | Nkr119.29 Million ≈ $12.55 Million |
-27.76% |
| 2017-12-31 | Nkr165.12 Million ≈ $17.38 Million |
-6.80% |
| 2016-12-31 | Nkr177.16 Million ≈ $18.64 Million |
+2.57% |
| 2015-12-31 | Nkr172.72 Million ≈ $18.18 Million |
+6.87% |
| 2014-12-31 | Nkr161.61 Million ≈ $17.01 Million |
+155.90% |
| 2013-12-31 | Nkr63.15 Million ≈ $6.65 Million |
+1407.54% |
| 2012-12-31 | Nkr-4.83 Million ≈ $-508.26K |
-385.46% |
| 2011-12-31 | Nkr1.69 Million ≈ $178.05K |
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Equity Component Analysis
This analysis shows how different components contribute to Next Biometrics Group ASA's total equity over time. Equity components include common stock, retained earnings, additional paid-in capital, and other elements.
Equity Composition Insights
- Retained earnings have decreased by 15954500000.0% over the analyzed period, potentially due to dividend distributions or operating losses.
Next Biometrics Group ASA Net Assets Breakdown (December 2025)
Next Biometrics Group ASA net assets breakdown by equity component as of December 2025.
| Component | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Common Stock | Nkr119.86 Million | 475.97% |
| Other Components | Nkr84.91 Million | 337.19% |
| Total Equity | Nkr25.18 Million | 100.00% |
Next Biometrics Group ASA Competitors by Market Cap
The table below lists competitors of Next Biometrics Group ASA ranked by their market capitalization.
| Company | Market Cap |
|---|---|
|
BELGRAVIA HARTFORD CAP.
F:ECA
|
$1.51 Million |
|
Avinger Inc
NASDAQ:AVGR
|
$1.52 Million |
|
Im Cannabis Corp
NASDAQ:IMCC
|
$1.52 Million |
|
Westar Resources Ltd
AU:WSR
|
$1.52 Million |
|
Radaan Mediaworks India Limited
NSE:RADAAN
|
$1.51 Million |
|
Montanaro UK Smaller Companies Investment Trust PLC
LSE:MTU
|
$1.51 Million |
|
Foresight Autonomous Holdings Ltd
TA:FRSX
|
$1.51 Million |
|
Savannah Resources Plc
LSE:SAV
|
$1.50 Million |
Equity Growth Attribution
This analysis shows how different factors contributed to changes in Next Biometrics Group ASA's equity between the two most recent reporting periods.
Equity Growth Insights
- From 2024 to 2025, total equity changed from 118,857,000 to 25,182,000, a change of -93,675,000 (-78.8%).
- Net loss of 80,520,000 reduced equity.
- Share repurchases of 20,000,000 reduced equity.
- New share issuances of 20,000,000 increased equity.
- Other factors decreased equity by 13,155,000.
Equity Change Factors (2024 to 2025)
| Factor | Impact | Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Net Income | Nkr-80.52 Million | -319.75% |
| Share Repurchases | Nkr20.00 Million | -79.42% |
| Share Issuances | Nkr20.00 Million | +79.42% |
| Other Changes | Nkr-13.15 Million | -52.24% |
| Total Change | Nkr- | -78.81% |
Book Value vs Market Value Analysis
This analysis compares Next Biometrics Group ASA's book value (net assets) with its market value over time. The relationship between these values can provide insights into investor sentiment and company valuation.
Valuation Insights
- Current price-to-book ratio: 1.10x
- The company is trading above its book value, indicating the market recognizes value beyond its reported assets.
Historical Price-to-Book Ratios
| Date | Book Value per Share | Market Price | P/B Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012-12-31 | Nkr-0.50 | Nkr0.23 | x |
| 2013-12-31 | Nkr5.85 | Nkr0.23 | x |
| 2014-12-31 | Nkr11.66 | Nkr0.23 | x |
| 2015-12-31 | Nkr12.13 | Nkr0.23 | x |
| 2016-12-31 | Nkr9.18 | Nkr0.23 | x |
| 2017-12-31 | Nkr7.58 | Nkr0.23 | x |
| 2018-12-31 | Nkr4.80 | Nkr0.23 | x |
| 2019-12-31 | Nkr3.01 | Nkr0.23 | x |
| 2020-12-31 | Nkr1.51 | Nkr0.23 | x |
| 2021-12-31 | Nkr4.27 | Nkr0.23 | x |
| 2022-12-31 | Nkr1.04 | Nkr0.23 | x |
| 2023-12-31 | Nkr0.91 | Nkr0.23 | x |
| 2024-12-31 | Nkr1.03 | Nkr0.23 | x |
| 2025-12-31 | Nkr0.21 | Nkr0.23 | x |
Capital Efficiency Dashboard
This dashboard shows how efficiently Next Biometrics Group ASA utilizes its equity to generate returns, including Return on Equity (ROE) and its components based on the DuPont analysis framework.
Capital Efficiency Insights
- Current Return on Equity (ROE): -319.75%
- The company may be facing challenges in efficiently utilizing shareholder equity.
- DuPont Analysis Breakdown:
- • Net Profit Margin: -602.51%
- • Asset Turnover: 0.27x
- • Equity Multiplier: 1.96x
- Recent ROE (-319.75%) is below the historical average (-94.15%), suggesting potential challenges in capital efficiency.
Historical Capital Efficiency Metrics
| Year | Return on Equity | Net Profit Margin | Asset Turnover | Equity Multiplier | Economic Value Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 0.00% | -1516.89% | 0.11x | 0.00x | Nkr-16.58 Million |
| 2013 | -61.43% | -102092.11% | 0.00x | 1.26x | Nkr-45.11 Million |
| 2014 | -49.31% | -1192.80% | 0.04x | 1.11x | Nkr-95.85 Million |
| 2015 | -70.36% | -2658.81% | 0.02x | 1.12x | Nkr-138.81 Million |
| 2016 | -108.72% | -209.20% | 0.46x | 1.14x | Nkr-210.33 Million |
| 2017 | -109.50% | -184.21% | 0.50x | 1.18x | Nkr-197.33 Million |
| 2018 | -144.94% | -159.51% | 0.72x | 1.26x | Nkr-184.83 Million |
| 2019 | -123.48% | -197.13% | 0.49x | 1.28x | Nkr-179.93 Million |
| 2020 | -104.74% | -175.11% | 0.44x | 1.35x | Nkr-111.51 Million |
| 2021 | -44.70% | -118.24% | 0.31x | 1.20x | Nkr-73.44 Million |
| 2022 | -48.26% | -95.95% | 0.40x | 1.27x | Nkr-55.93 Million |
| 2023 | -69.67% | -191.18% | 0.29x | 1.26x | Nkr-75.17 Million |
| 2024 | -63.18% | -381.58% | 0.13x | 1.28x | Nkr-86.98 Million |
| 2025 | -319.75% | -602.51% | 0.27x | 1.96x | Nkr-83.04 Million |
Industry Comparison
This section compares Next Biometrics Group ASA's net assets metrics with peer companies in the Scientific & Technical Instruments industry.
Industry Context
- Industry: Scientific & Technical Instruments
- Average net assets among peers: $750,321,500
- Average return on equity (ROE) among peers: 23.35%
Peer Company Comparison
| Company | Net Assets | Return on Equity | Debt-to-Equity | Market Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Next Biometrics Group ASA (NEXT) | Nkr8.86 Million | 0.00% | 3.21x | $1.51 Million |
| General Oceans ASA (GENO) | $707.84 Million | 23.32% | 0.91x | $380.90 Million |
| Norbit ASA (NORBT) | $792.80 Million | 23.37% | 0.89x | $1.10 Billion |
About Next Biometrics Group ASA
NEXT Biometrics Group ASA, together with its subsidiaries, provides fingerprint sensor technology in Asia, Europe, Africa, and North America. The company offers fingerprint sensors, and readers; and touchpads, face recognition software, and development kits, as well as sensor modules. It sells its products to laptop and notebook, banking and finance, access control, and government ID sectors. The… Read more