MOSNEUTRAL

Gross Margin

7.9%

Updated 8h ago

Sector Performance

2th percentile

MOS

7.9%

Sector Median

44.7%

Sector Avg

45.2%

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Deep Analysis

Gross margin measures the percentage of revenue a company retains after paying the direct costs of producing its goods—here, 7.9% means only 7.9 cents of every sales dollar is left to cover operating expenses and profit.

This 7.9% sits far below the sector median of 44.7%, placing the company at the 2nd percentile among its peers, indicating it is among the weakest in its industry on this profitability metric. No year-over-year or quarter-over-quarter changes are provided, and only a single historical value exists, so no trend direction can be assessed. The combination of a very low gross margin with no trend data creates uncertainty: the current level signals high production costs or weak pricing power, which increases investment risk unless the company can improve margins quickly. This metric contradicts the overall NEUTRAL verdict because a gross margin at the 2nd percentile typically suggests a fundamental competitive disadvantage that would warrant a more cautious stance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Gross Margin tell investors about MOS?

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 MOS's closest peers by Gross Margin?

The closest peers by Gross Margin include: COST (12.8%), WHR (12.7%), JBHT (12.6%), DVN (12.1%), F (11.9%).

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.