DECAUTIOUS

Gross Margin

36.9%

Updated 53h ago

Sector Performance

35th percentile

36.9%

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 goods or services — a higher percentage generally indicates better pricing power or lower input costs.

At 36.9%, this company’s gross margin sits below the sector median of 43.9% and places it in the 36th percentile among its peers, meaning about two-thirds of competitors have a higher margin. No trend data is available: the year-over-year change is N/A, the quarter-over-quarter change is N/A, and there are no historical values beyond the current quarter. Because both the level (below-median) and the trend (unknown) offer no directional signal, the metric alone does not point to a clear risk or opportunity. This below-median gross margin supports a cautious stance and is consistent with the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as it lacks the strength to upgrade the stock but also does not reveal a deterioration.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Gross Margin tell investors about DE?

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 DE'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.