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MAA Gross Margin Analysis

28.1%

Updated 81h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

Gross margin is the share of revenue left after covering direct operating costs, meaning MAA keeps 28.1 cents of each dollar earned.

Sector Performance

20th percentile

MAA

28.1%

Sector Median

46.6%

Sector Avg

47.6%

Prior Period

29.6%(Jul 2026)

↓ Declining

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Deep Analysis

Gross margin is the share of revenue left after covering direct operating costs, meaning MAA keeps 28.1 cents of each dollar earned.

That is well below the sector median of 46.4%, and MAA sits at the 21st percentile among its peers, indicating weaker cost efficiency than most. Trend data are missing: the year-over-year change is N/A and the quarter-over-quarter change is N/A, so the 28.1% figure stands alone with no history. Because there is no trend, an investor cannot determine whether this low margin is improving or worsening, which adds uncertainty around future profitability. The combination of a low absolute margin and no directional data creates risk, but not proof of a declining business. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict — the level is a concern, yet without movement data it does not justify a bearish stance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Gross Margin tell investors about MAA?

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 MAA'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.