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RIO Gross Margin Analysis

26.6%

Higher than 10% of Basic Materials sector peers

Updated 2918h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

RIO (RIO) has a Gross Margin of 26.6% as of May 2026.

Sector Performance

10th percentile

RIO

26.6%

Sector Median

42.8%

Sector Avg

-54506.6%

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Deep Analysis

RIO (RIO) has a Gross Margin of 26.6% as of May 2026.

This places RIO in the 10th percentile of the Basic Materials sector, which has a median Gross Margin of 42.8% and a sector average of -54506.6%. RIO's Gross Margin is 37.9% below the sector median. In context: Gross margin reveals pricing power and cost structure. Software companies often sustain 70–80%; manufacturers typically 30–50%. Expansion is a bullish signal.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Gross Margin tell investors about RIO?

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.

How does RIO's Gross Margin compare to its sector?

RIO's Gross Margin of 26.6% compares to a Basic Materials sector median of 42.8%, placing it in the 10th percentile.

Who are RIO's closest peers by Gross Margin?

The closest Basic Materials peers by Gross Margin include: BHP (42.8%), PPG (40.2%), ALB (35.1%), PAAS (52.7%), APD (31.1%).

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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.