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Gross Margin

32.1%

Higher than 11% of Technology sector peers

Updated 1878h ago

Sector Performance

11th percentile

32.1%

Sector Median

65.2%

Sector Avg

60.4%

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Deep Analysis

Gross margin is the percentage of revenue a company retains after deducting the direct costs of producing its services, such as software development and data processing expenses.

Broadridge's current gross margin of 32.1% is well below the Technology sector median of 62.2%, placing it in the 14th percentile among sector peers. No year-over-year change or quarter-over-quarter change data is provided, and the trend over the last eight quarters is not available, so investors cannot assess whether this margin is improving or deteriorating. The combination of a low gross margin relative to peers and the absence of trend data introduces uncertainty, suggesting the company may face structural cost pressures or a less competitive product mix. This metric contradicts the overall NEUTRAL verdict on the stock, as a gross margin near the bottom of the sector typically signals higher investment risk rather than balance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Gross Margin tell investors about BR?

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 BR's Gross Margin compare to its sector?

BR's Gross Margin of 32.1% compares to a Technology sector median of 65.2%, placing it in the 11th percentile.

Who are BR's closest peers by Gross Margin?

The closest Technology peers by Gross Margin include: ONTO (50.1%), SHOP (48.8%), UBER (45.0%), LSPD (44.4%), GRAB (43.4%).

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.