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CDE Gross Margin Analysis

49.8%

Higher than 57% of Basic Materials sector peers

Updated 169h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

CDE's current gross margin of 49.8% means that for every dollar of revenue, the company keeps roughly 49.8 cents after paying the direct costs of producing its goods.

Sector Performance

57th percentile

CDE

49.8%

Sector Median

44.1%

Sector Avg

-39957.7%

Prior Period

46.2%(May 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

CDE's current gross margin of 49.8% means that for every dollar of revenue, the company keeps roughly 49.8 cents after paying the direct costs of producing its goods.

This metric is above the sector median of 44.1%, placing CDE in the 57th percentile among Basic Materials peers, indicating above-average cost efficiency. The year-over-year change is reported as N/A, but the quarter-over-quarter change is +7.8% (from 46.2% to 49.8%), showing a recent improvement. The combination of a level above the sector median and a rising quarterly trend suggests a narrowing cost advantage that could reduce downside risk, but it does not signal a major shift in profitability trajectory. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as the margin is moderate relative to peers and the trend, while positive, is not strong enough to justify upgrading or downgrading the stock.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Gross Margin tell investors about CDE?

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 CDE's Gross Margin compare to its sector?

CDE's Gross Margin of 49.8% compares to a Basic Materials sector median of 44.1%, placing it in the 57th percentile.

Who are CDE's closest peers by Gross Margin?

The closest Basic Materials peers by Gross Margin include: MP (44.1%), BHP (42.8%), PPG (42.1%), PAAS (52.7%), ALB (35.1%).

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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.