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KKR Gross Margin Analysis

18.9%

Updated 84h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

Gross margin is the share of revenue left after paying for the direct costs of delivering services; 18.9% means KKR keeps about $0.19 from each dollar of revenue after those costs.

Sector Performance

12th percentile

KKR

18.9%

Sector Median

46.6%

Sector Avg

47.6%

Prior Period

27.7%(Jul 2026)

↓ Declining

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Deep Analysis

Gross margin is the share of revenue left after paying for the direct costs of delivering services; 18.9% means KKR keeps about $0.19 from each dollar of revenue after those costs.

That is far below the sector median of 46.4%, and a 12th percentile rank means most sector peers generate a higher gross margin than KKR. The year-over-year change is N/A, but the quarter-over-quarter change is -31.8%, dropping from 27.7% to 18.9%. The combination of a low margin and a sharp quarterly decline suggests near-term cost pressure or pricing weakness, creating downside risk for profitability even if the metric’s limited history prevents a clear trend call. This directly contradicts the overall NEUTRAL verdict because gross margin signals a competitive disadvantage and recent deterioration rather than stability. On this metric alone, the risk skews negative, even though other factors may support the neutral stance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Gross Margin tell investors about KKR?

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 KKR's closest peers by Gross Margin?

The closest peers by Gross Margin include: HII (12.6%), VLO (12.3%), EXPD (12.3%), LMT (12.2%), EPD (12.1%).

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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.