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CHRD Gross Margin Analysis

29.2%

Updated 275h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

Gross margin is the percentage of revenue left after deducting the direct costs of producing goods or services, and at 29.2% it means CHRD keeps roughly 29 cents of every sales dollar before other expenses.

Sector Performance

22th percentile

CHRD

29.2%

Sector Median

46.6%

Sector Avg

47.6%

Prior Period

22.4%(Jul 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

This sits well below the sector median of 46.4%, placing CHRD in the 22nd percentile of sector peers, so most comparable companies earn a larger profit from each sale. The year-over-year change is N/A, but the quarter-over-quarter change is +30.4%, with historical values rising from 22.4% to 29.2% in the most recent period. The combination of a low gross margin with a strong quarterly improvement suggests the company is recovering from a weaker cost position, yet still faces a structural profitability gap versus peers. That gap implies elevated investment risk, as any reversal in the recent improvement could pressure overall earnings. This metric directly supports the overall CAUTIOUS verdict: the current level is poor even if the trend direction offers a minor offset.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Gross Margin tell investors about CHRD?

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 CHRD'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.