RIVNCAUTIOUS

RIVN Gross Margin Analysis

8.6%

Higher than 8% of Consumer Cyclical sector peers

Updated 22h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

Gross margin, which is the percentage of revenue left after deducting the cost of goods sold, currently sits at 8.6% for RIVN.

Sector Performance

8th percentile

RIVN

8.6%

Sector Median

36.5%

Sector Avg

30.1%

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Deep Analysis

Gross margin, which is the percentage of revenue left after deducting the cost of goods sold, currently sits at 8.6% for RIVN.

That is far below the Consumer Cyclical sector median of 36.5%, placing the company in the 8th percentile among its peers. The metric lacks a year-over-year change and a quarter-over-quarter change, and no trend is available for the last eight quarters. The combination of a very low margin and the absence of any trend data means there is no evidence of improvement or deterioration, creating uncertainty rather than a clear risk or opportunity. This low absolute level directly contradicts the overall CAUTIOUS verdict, since a healthy gross margin is typically needed to justify a more optimistic outlook. The caution is therefore reinforced by the company’s inability to generate even a modest margin relative to its sector.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Gross Margin tell investors about RIVN?

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 RIVN's Gross Margin compare to its sector?

RIVN's Gross Margin of 8.6% compares to a Consumer Cyclical sector median of 36.5%, placing it in the 8th percentile.

Who are RIVN's closest peers by Gross Margin?

The closest Consumer Cyclical peers by Gross Margin include: URBN (36.6%), QSR (33.7%), CAVA (25.4%), BBY (23.5%), ROL (50.8%).

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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.