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NUE Gross Margin Analysis

15.8%

Updated 9h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

Gross margin is the share of revenue left after paying direct production costs, and NUE’s current 15.8% means it keeps that much of each sales dollar before other expenses.

Sector Performance

7th percentile

NUE

15.8%

Sector Median

46.6%

Sector Avg

47.6%

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Deep Analysis

Gross margin is the share of revenue left after paying direct production costs, and NUE’s current 15.8% means it keeps that much of each sales dollar before other expenses.

This sits far below the sector median of 45.4%, placing NUE in the 8th percentile of its peer group, indicating weaker profitability than most competitors. The trend data is N/A, with year-over-year change and quarter-over-quarter change both not reported, so no direction can be inferred from available history. The combination of a low margin against peers and an absent trend leaves the investment case uncertain: there is no evidence of improvement, but also no sign of further deterioration. This metric directly supports the NEUTRAL verdict, as the low absolute level is a concern, yet the lack of trend data prevents a stronger bearish or bullish stance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Gross Margin tell investors about NUE?

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 NUE'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.