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CL Gross Margin Analysis

61.5%

Updated 57h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

Gross margin is the share of revenue left after subtracting the direct cost of producing goods, shown here at 61.5%.

Sector Performance

71th percentile

61.5%

Sector Median

46.6%

Sector Avg

47.6%

Prior Period

60.6%(Jul 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

Gross margin is the share of revenue left after subtracting the direct cost of producing goods, shown here at 61.5%.

This exceeds the sector median of 46.4%, placing the company at the 72nd percentile among peers. A year-over-year change is not available, but the quarter-over-quarter change is +1.5%, based on historical values of 61.5% and 60.6%. The high level relative to peers indicates pricing power or cost efficiency, while the limited trend data shows only a recent uptick. This combination suggests the margin is a current strength but offers little evidence about its durability. The metric supports the overall CAUTIOUS verdict because the strong level is offset by an unclear trend and the stock's broader risk profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Gross Margin tell investors about CL?

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 CL's closest peers by Gross Margin?

The closest peers by Gross Margin include: LVS (46.9%), ORLY (51.4%), MPWR (55.2%), NEM (56.0%), REI (56.0%).

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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.