JKHYNEUTRAL

Gross Margin

42.8%

Updated 606h ago

Sector Performance

48th percentile

JKHY

42.8%

Sector Median

44.7%

Sector Avg

45.2%

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Deep Analysis

Gross margin, the percentage of revenue left after deducting direct production costs, currently stands at 42.8% for JKHY — meaning 42.8 cents of every dollar in sales is gross profit.

This figure sits below the sector median of 44.0%, placing JKHY at the 48th percentile among its peers, essentially in the middle of the pack. Year-over-year change is not available, but the most recent quarter saw a 1.2% decline from the prior quarter’s 43.3%, and only two historical values are reported, limiting trend visibility. The combination of a near-median gross margin with a small quarterly dip implies modest pressure on profitability, but no acute risk of margin erosion or a clear opportunity for expansion. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict: the level is typical for the sector, and the minor decline does not fundamentally alter the stock’s balanced risk/reward profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Gross Margin tell investors about JKHY?

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 JKHY's closest peers by Gross Margin?

The closest peers by Gross Margin include: EXPD (14.0%), 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.