LULU Gross Margin Analysis
Updated 81h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
Gross margin measures the percentage of revenue a company keeps after covering the direct costs of making its products; LULU’s current 54.2% means it retains over 54 cents on every dollar of sales.
Sector Performance
60th percentileLULU
54.2%
Sector Median
46.6%
Sector Avg
47.6%
Prior Period
54.9%(Apr 2026)
Deep Analysis
Gross margin measures the percentage of revenue a company keeps after covering the direct costs of making its products; LULU’s current 54.2% means it retains over 54 cents on every dollar of sales.
This sits well above the sector median of 44.6%, placing LULU in the 63rd percentile among its peers — indicating a healthier-than-average pricing power or cost structure. The year-over-year change, quarter-over-quarter change, and the trend over the last eight quarters are all listed as N/A, so there is no directional movement available to assess. Without any trend data, the combination of a high absolute gross margin and no visible trajectory suggests a stable competitive advantage but also leaves uncertainty about whether the margin is improving or weakening. This strong level alone would typically support a positive view, but it does not contradict the NEUTRAL verdict because other factors — not shown here — likely keep the overall rating balanced. The metric is one point in favor, but the absence of trend information means it cannot override a neutral stance on its own.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Gross Margin tell investors about LULU?
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 LULU'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.
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54.2%
Sector Median
46.6%
Sector Avg
47.6%
How LULU's Gross Margin compares to sector peers.
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