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BUD Gross Margin Analysis

57.5%

Updated 203h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

Gross margin is the share of revenue left after paying for the direct costs of production; at 57.5%, BUD keeps nearly 58 cents of every sales dollar before other expenses.

Sector Performance

65th percentile

BUD

57.5%

Sector Median

46.6%

Sector Avg

47.6%

Prior Period

56.6%(Jul 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

Gross margin is the share of revenue left after paying for the direct costs of production; at 57.5%, BUD keeps nearly 58 cents of every sales dollar before other expenses.

This beats the sector median of 46.4%, placing BUD in the 67th percentile among its sector peers. The year-over-year change is not available, but the quarter-over-quarter change is +1.6%, moving from 56.6% to 57.5% in the most recent period. Because the margin sits well above the sector norm and rose from the prior quarter, the level and trend suggest a stable cost structure relative to competitors, lowering near-term earnings risk. For an investor, a high and slightly improving gross margin offers a modest cushion against input-cost pressures, though it does not by itself signal a strong buying opportunity. This metric generally aligns with the overall NEUTRAL verdict: the margin is a positive feature, but it is not extreme enough to push the stock toward a bullish or bearish call.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Gross Margin tell investors about BUD?

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.

Who are BUD's closest peers by Gross Margin?

The closest peers by Gross Margin include: HII (12.6%), VLO (12.3%), EXPD (12.3%), LMT (12.2%), EPD (12.1%).

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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.