EXRNEUTRAL

Gross Margin

70.1%

Updated 200h ago

Sector Performance

87th percentile

EXR

70.1%

Sector Median

44.7%

Sector Avg

45.2%

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Deep Analysis

Gross margin measures the percentage of revenue left after deducting the cost of goods sold — a 70.1% margin means EXR keeps about 70 cents out of every dollar of sales, indicating strong pricing power or low production costs.

This is well above the sector median of 44.4%, placing EXR in the 87th percentile among its peers. Unfortunately, no year-over-year or quarter-over-quarter changes are available, and there is no historical trend data to evaluate direction. Without a trend, the current high margin suggests a competitive advantage, but the lack of movement data makes it impossible to assess whether that advantage is improving or eroding. The combination of a very high margin and no trend information creates a neutral risk profile: the level is clearly positive, but the uncertainty around sustainability prevents a decisive bullish call. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict because the strong absolute performance is tempered by the absence of any trend evidence.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Gross Margin tell investors about EXR?

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 EXR'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.