Gross Margin
Higher than 87% of Industrials sector peers
Updated 270h ago
Sector Performance
87th percentileROK
50.2%
Sector Median
29.0%
Sector Avg
662.6%
Deep Analysis
Rockwell Automation’s gross margin of 50.2% means that for every dollar of revenue, the company retains about 50.2 cents after accounting for the direct costs of manufacturing its products.
This figure is well above the Industrials sector median of 29.0%, placing Rockwell in the 87th percentile among its peers—a strong relative position. However, because year-over-year and quarter-over-quarter changes are not available, and no historical trend can be assessed from the single data point provided, the direction of this metric is unknown. The combination of a high margin level with an absent trend means investors have a clear snapshot of cost efficiency but no insight into whether it is improving or deteriorating. This uncertainty tempers any bullish enthusiasm, as a static one‑period figure does not signal a clear improvement or decline. The 50.2% gross margin supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict because, while it indicates above‑average profitability, the lack of trend data prevents drawing a stronger positive or negative conclusion.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Gross Margin tell investors about ROK?
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 ROK's Gross Margin compare to its sector?
ROK's Gross Margin of 50.2% compares to a Industrials sector median of 29.0%, placing it in the 87th percentile.
Who are ROK's closest peers by Gross Margin?
The closest Industrials peers by Gross Margin include: BLDR (28.3%), BE (30.0%), SAVE (31.3%), AAL (26.0%), CARR (23.3%).
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.
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50.2%
Sector Median
29.0%
Sector Avg
662.6%
How ROK's Gross Margin compares to sector peers.
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