ACLSNEUTRAL

Gross Margin

40.5%

Higher than 16% of Technology sector peers

Updated 1078h ago

Sector Performance

16th percentile

ACLS

40.5%

Sector Median

65.2%

Sector Avg

60.6%

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Deep Analysis

Gross margin, the percentage of revenue left after subtracting the cost of goods sold, sits at 40.5% for Axcelis.

That is well below the technology sector median of 65.6%, placing the company in the 14th percentile among its peers. No trend data is available because the year-over-year and quarter-over-quarter changes are both listed as N/A. The combination of a low gross margin relative to the sector and an absence of trend data means there is no clear evidence of improvement or deterioration, introducing uncertainty rather than a clear opportunity or risk. This metric directly contradicts the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as the weak competitive standing in profitability suggests a below-average fundamental profile that leans bearish.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Gross Margin tell investors about ACLS?

Gross margin reveals pricing power and cost structure. Software companies often sustain 70–80%; manufacturers typically 30–50%. Expansion is a bullish signal.

How is the Gross Margin calculated?

Gross Margin is calculated as: Gross Profit / Revenue.

How does ACLS's Gross Margin compare to its sector?

ACLS's Gross Margin of 40.5% compares to a Technology sector median of 65.2%, placing it in the 16th percentile.

Who are ACLS's closest peers by Gross Margin?

The closest Technology peers by Gross Margin include: FORM (47.9%), LYFT (47.6%), COHU (46.3%), UBER (45.0%), LSPD (44.4%).

The Formula

Gross Profit / Revenue

Why It Matters

Gross margin reveals pricing power and cost structure. Software companies often sustain 70–80%; manufacturers typically 30–50%. Expansion is a bullish signal.