CMENEUTRAL

Gross Margin

88.1%

Updated 102h ago

Sector Performance

98th percentile

CME

88.1%

Sector Median

44.7%

Sector Avg

45.2%

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Deep Analysis

Gross margin measures the percentage of revenue a company keeps after paying the direct costs of producing its services, so CME’s 88.1% means it retains over 88 cents of every dollar earned — a very high level of efficiency.

That figure places CME well above the 44.2% sector median, ranking in the 98th percentile among its peers. Because year-over-year and quarter-over-quarter changes are not available, there is no trend data to assess whether this margin is improving or declining. The combination of an exceptionally high current margin with no trend information suggests that while the margin itself is a clear strength, the lack of directional context makes it harder to gauge future momentum. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict: the strong gross margin is a positive, but without a trend to confirm stability or growth, it does not alone tip the stock toward a bullish or bearish stance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Gross Margin tell investors about CME?

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 CME's closest peers by Gross Margin?

The closest peers by Gross Margin include: EXPD (14.0%), 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.