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DHR Gross Margin Analysis

57.6%

Updated 156h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

Gross margin is the percentage of revenue left after subtracting the cost of goods sold, so DHR’s 57.6% means it keeps $0.576 of every dollar to cover other expenses and profit.

Sector Performance

69th percentile

DHR

57.6%

Sector Median

44.6%

Sector Avg

45.5%

Prior Period

60.3%(Jul 2026)

↓ Declining

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Deep Analysis

Gross margin is the percentage of revenue left after subtracting the cost of goods sold, so DHR’s 57.6% means it keeps $0.576 of every dollar to cover other expenses and profit.

This is well above the sector median of 44.6%, placing DHR in the 69th percentile among its peers. The year-over-year change is not available, but the quarter-over-quarter change shows a decline of 4.5% from the prior quarter’s 60.3% to the current 57.6%. While a high margin relative to peers suggests pricing power or cost efficiency, the recent drop indicates a downward trend that could pressure future profitability. The combination of a strong level but a recent decline creates a mixed risk profile — the margin remains attractive, but the trajectory warrants monitoring. This pattern is consistent with the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as the high level supports the stock while the negative quarterly change tempers optimism.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Gross Margin tell investors about DHR?

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 DHR's closest peers by Gross Margin?

The closest peers by Gross Margin include: MSCI (82.7%), SYF (82.7%), EA (82.8%), THC (83.4%), INTU (83.9%).

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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.