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CHPT Gross Margin Analysis

29.1%

Updated 108h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

Gross margin is the percentage of revenue that remains after deducting the cost of goods sold; at 29.1%, CHPT keeps about 29 cents of every sales dollar to cover operating costs and profit.

Sector Performance

23th percentile

CHPT

29.1%

Sector Median

44.6%

Sector Avg

45.5%

Prior Period

27.4%(Jun 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

Gross margin is the percentage of revenue that remains after deducting the cost of goods sold; at 29.1%, CHPT keeps about 29 cents of every sales dollar to cover operating costs and profit.

This sits well below the sector median of 44.6%, placing the company in the 23rd percentile among its peers — meaning 77% of competitors generate higher margins. Over the last eight quarters the trend has been decreasing, though the most recent quarter showed a 6.2% improvement from the prior period; year-over-year change is not available. The combination of a persistently low gross margin relative to the sector and a longer-term declining trajectory (despite the quarterly uptick) points to elevated competitive or cost pressure, increasing investment risk. This directly supports the overall CAUTIOUS verdict, as the margin level and direction both signal weaker profitability fundamentals compared to industry standards.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Gross Margin tell investors about CHPT?

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 CHPT's closest peers by Gross Margin?

The closest peers by Gross Margin include: MSCI (82.7%), SYF (82.7%), EA (82.8%), THC (83.4%), INTU (83.9%).

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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.