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IR Gross Margin Analysis

42.1%

Updated 6h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

Gross margin is the share of revenue left after paying direct production costs, so 42.1% means the company keeps about 42.1 cents of every revenue dollar before other expenses.

Sector Performance

43th percentile

42.1%

Sector Median

46.6%

Sector Avg

47.6%

Prior Period

42.9%(Jul 2026)

↓ Declining

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Deep Analysis

Gross margin is the share of revenue left after paying direct production costs, so 42.1% means the company keeps about 42.1 cents of every revenue dollar before other expenses.

That figure sits slightly below the sector median of 46.4%, placing the company at the 44th percentile among its sector peers. Trend data are unavailable: both the year-over-year change and the quarter-over-quarter change are listed as N/A, with no historical values beyond the current 42.1%. Without a trend, there is no evidence of improving or deteriorating profitability, so the investment case rests solely on a level that is modestly below average. This adds mild competitive pressure but no clear directional risk, leaving the stock without a strong fundamental tailwind. The metric therefore supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as it neither pushes the stock toward a bullish nor a bearish reading.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Gross Margin tell investors about IR?

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 IR'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.