DELLBULLISH

Gross Margin

17.8%

Higher than 2% of Technology sector peers

Updated 46h ago

Sector Performance

2th percentile

DELL

17.8%

Sector Median

65.2%

Sector Avg

60.6%

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Deep Analysis

Gross margin measures the percentage of revenue remaining after deducting the cost of producing goods; Dell’s current 17.8% means it keeps less than 18 cents of every sales dollar as profit from production.

This sits far below the technology sector median of 65.2%, placing Dell in the 2nd percentile among its sector peers — indicating it is one of the least profitable in its industry on a gross basis. The year-over-year change is not available, but the quarter-over-quarter drop of -11.9% shows a sharp decline from the prior period’s 20.2%. A very low gross margin combined with a rapid quarterly contraction points to compressed pricing power or rising input costs, raising near-term earnings risk. This metric contradicts the overall BULLISH verdict, as such weak profitability and negative momentum usually signal caution rather than confidence in the stock.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Gross Margin tell investors about DELL?

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.

How does DELL's Gross Margin compare to its sector?

DELL's Gross Margin of 17.8% compares to a Technology sector median of 65.2%, placing it in the 2th percentile.

Who are DELL's closest peers by Gross Margin?

The closest Technology peers by Gross Margin include: FORM (47.9%), LYFT (47.6%), COHU (46.3%), UBER (45.0%), LSPD (44.4%).

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.