GENEUTRAL

GE Gross Margin Analysis

31.1%

Updated 36h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

Gross margin is the share of revenue left after paying direct production costs; at 31.1%, GE keeps about 31 cents of each sales dollar before other expenses.

Sector Performance

25th percentile

31.1%

Sector Median

44.6%

Sector Avg

45.5%

Prior Period

31.0%(Jul 2026)

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Deep Analysis

Gross margin is the share of revenue left after paying direct production costs; at 31.1%, GE keeps about 31 cents of each sales dollar before other expenses.

This sits well below the sector median of 44.6%, placing GE in the 25th percentile of peers, meaning most comparable companies retain a larger gross profit. The trend is limited: year-over-year change is not available, while quarter-over-quarter the margin rose by 0.3 percentage points from 31.0% to 31.1%. Although the QoQ uptick is positive, the absence of a longer trend leaves little evidence of sustained improvement. The combination of a low level relative to peers and only a flat-to-slightly-rising recent movement implies moderate risk: GE’s cost structure is less favorable than its sector, but there is no current deterioration. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as it neither confirms a strong competitive edge nor signals a clear decline.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Gross Margin tell investors about GE?

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 GE'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.