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LDOS Gross Margin Analysis

17.3%

Updated 324h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The current gross margin of 17.3% means that for every dollar of revenue, LDOS keeps $0.173 after covering direct production costs like raw materials and labor.

Sector Performance

9th percentile

LDOS

17.3%

Sector Median

44.6%

Sector Avg

45.5%

Prior Period

16.0%(Apr 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

The current gross margin of 17.3% means that for every dollar of revenue, LDOS keeps $0.173 after covering direct production costs like raw materials and labor.

This figure sits far below the sector median of 44.6%, placing LDOS in the 9th percentile among its sector peers—meaning only 9% of competitors have an even lower gross margin. No trend data is available: the year-over-year and quarter-over-quarter changes are both listed as N/A, and the only historical value provided is the current 17.3%. With a low margin level and no trend to show improvement or deterioration, the investment risk is elevated because the company lacks the pricing power or cost efficiency typical of its sector, though the absence of trend also leaves room for potential turnaround. This metric contradicts the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as a gross margin deeply below peer norms points to a structural disadvantage rather than a balanced risk profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Gross Margin tell investors about LDOS?

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 LDOS'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.