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IDXX Gross Margin Analysis

63.4%

Updated 705h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

Gross margin is the percentage of revenue a company keeps after paying direct costs to produce its goods, so IDXX's 63.4% means it retains over 63 cents on every dollar of sales before other expenses.

Sector Performance

75th percentile

IDXX

63.4%

Sector Median

46.6%

Sector Avg

47.6%

Prior Period

60.3%(Apr 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

That level sits well above the sector median of 44.2%, placing the company in the 78th percentile among its peers. However, the trend is not available: the year-over-year change is N/A and the quarter-over-quarter change is N/A, with no historical values beyond the current 63.4%. The combination of a high margin and an unknown trajectory means the current strength offers a potential buffer against cost pressures, but you cannot confirm whether that advantage is widening or eroding. This introduces uncertainty rather than a clear opportunity, since a high level without trend evidence does not guarantee future performance. Overall, this metric supports the NEUTRAL verdict—it highlights a strong current position that is not enough to tilt the stock toward a bullish or bearish call.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Gross Margin tell investors about IDXX?

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 IDXX's closest peers by Gross Margin?

The closest peers by Gross Margin include: LVS (46.9%), ORLY (51.4%), MPWR (55.2%), NEM (56.0%), REI (56.0%).

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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.