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APTV Gross Margin Analysis

18.1%

Higher than 23% of Consumer Cyclical sector peers

Updated 3924h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

Aptiv's gross margin of 18.1% means that for every dollar of revenue, the company keeps $0.181 after paying the direct costs of making its products.

Sector Performance

23th percentile

APTV

18.1%

Sector Median

34.2%

Sector Avg

26.4%

Prior Period

19.8%(Apr 2026)

↓ Declining

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Deep Analysis

Aptiv's gross margin of 18.1% means that for every dollar of revenue, the company keeps $0.181 after paying the direct costs of making its products.

That figure sits well below the Consumer Cyclical sector median of 36.6%, placing Aptiv in the 21st percentile among its peers. Because year-over-year change, quarter-over-quarter change, and the trend over the last eight quarters are all listed as N/A, there is no available data on whether this margin has been improving or deteriorating. The combination of a low margin relative to the sector with no trend information leaves an investor without evidence of a directional shift, making it difficult to assess near-term risk or opportunity. This weak relative position contradicts the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as a gross margin near the bottom of the peer group typically signals a competitive disadvantage that warrants a more cautious view.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Gross Margin tell investors about APTV?

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 APTV's Gross Margin compare to its sector?

APTV's Gross Margin of 18.1% compares to a Consumer Cyclical sector median of 34.2%, placing it in the 23th percentile.

Who are APTV's closest peers by Gross Margin?

The closest Consumer Cyclical peers by Gross Margin include: BABA (34.5%), AEO (33.9%), URBN (36.6%), GME (40.7%), RH (41.4%).

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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.