CLCAUTIOUS

Gross Margin

60.6%

Updated 104h ago

Sector Performance

73th percentile

60.6%

Sector Median

44.7%

Sector Avg

45.2%

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Deep Analysis

Gross margin, which measures the percentage of revenue left after paying for the direct costs of producing goods, stands at 60.6%.

This is higher than the sector median of 43.9%, placing the company in the 74th percentile among its peers. Trend data is not available — there are no year-over-year or quarter-over-quarter changes to assess, and only a single historical value of 60.6% is provided. The combination of a high margin with no trend information introduces uncertainty: the strong level could signal pricing power or cost efficiency, but without knowing whether it is stable, improving, or declining, the risk cannot be evaluated. This lack of trend data supports the CAUTIOUS overall verdict, as the metric’s current level is favorable on its own but offers no confirmation of sustainability or direction.

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: 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.