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Gross Margin

37.6%

Updated 272h ago

Sector Performance

38th percentile

37.6%

Sector Median

44.7%

Sector Avg

45.2%

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Deep Analysis

CF's gross margin of 37.6% means that for every dollar of revenue, the company keeps $0.376 after covering the direct costs of producing its goods, with the rest going to those costs.

This figure sits below the sector median of 43.9%, placing CF in the 38th percentile among its peers—meaning 62% of competitors have higher gross margins. Because the trend data is not available (no year-over-year or quarter-over-quarter change provided, and only a single historical value of 37.6%), there is no observable direction to assess recent performance. The combination of a below-median level and the absence of trend information means investors cannot determine whether margins are improving or worsening, adding uncertainty to the risk profile. This lack of trend, paired with a margin that trails the sector median, points to a potential cost or pricing disadvantage that warrants caution. The NEUTRAL overall verdict is supported by this metric: the below-average margin introduces a reason for concern, but without trend data to confirm deterioration, it does not imply a clear bullish or bearish case.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Gross Margin tell investors about CF?

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 CF's closest peers by Gross Margin?

The closest peers by Gross Margin include: WHR (12.7%), JBHT (12.6%), DVN (12.1%), F (11.9%), GM (11.5%).

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.