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CHTR Gross Margin Analysis

56.8%

Updated 516h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

Gross margin is the percentage of revenue a company retains after paying direct costs of producing its goods or services—here, 56.8% means CHTR keeps about $0.57 of every dollar of sales before other expenses.

Sector Performance

67th percentile

CHTR

56.8%

Sector Median

44.6%

Sector Avg

45.5%

Prior Period

40.0%(Apr 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

That margin sits above the sector median of 44.4%, putting CHTR in the 68th percentile among peers. The year-over-year change is not available, but the quarter-over-quarter change shows a +42.0% increase from the prior quarter’s 40.0% to the current 56.8%. Despite a high current level, the limited historical data (only two quarters) and the large single-quarter jump mean the trend is not yet established, creating uncertainty about whether the improvement is sustainable. This combination of a strong margin without a clear multi-quarter trend suggests an opportunity if the margin holds, but also a risk that the spike may reverse. The CAUTIOUS overall verdict is supported because the metric’s short track record does not provide enough evidence to upgrade the stock’s outlook.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Gross Margin tell investors about CHTR?

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 CHTR'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.