COONEUTRAL

Gross Margin

68.0%

Updated 152h ago

Sector Performance

85th percentile

COO

68.0%

Sector Median

44.7%

Sector Avg

45.2%

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Deep Analysis

COO’s gross margin of 68.0% means that for every dollar of revenue, the company keeps 68 cents after paying the direct costs of producing its goods.

This is far above the sector median of 44.4%, placing COO in the 84th percentile among its peers, indicating a strong pricing power or cost advantage relative to competitors. The year-over-year change, quarter-over-quarter change, and trend over the last eight quarters are all reported as N/A, so we cannot assess recent momentum from this single data point. Without a trend direction, the high absolute level suggests a consistent economic moat, but it also limits the ability to evaluate whether that margin is sustainable or eroding. For an investor, the elevated margin alone reduces near-term earnings risk, yet the lack of trend data leaves uncertainty about future stability. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict because it confirms a competitive strength, but it does not provide enough directional evidence to upgrade the stock to a bullish or bearish stance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Gross Margin tell investors about COO?

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 COO'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.