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ROP Gross Margin Analysis

69.4%

Higher than 93% of Industrials sector peers

Updated 108h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

Roper Technologies’ gross margin of 69.4% means that for every dollar of revenue, the company keeps about 69 cents after subtracting the direct costs of producing its goods or services — a measure of core profitability per sale.

Sector Performance

93th percentile

ROP

69.4%

Sector Median

29.0%

Sector Avg

662.7%

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Deep Analysis

That figure far exceeds the Industrials sector median of 29.0%, placing Roper in the 93rd percentile among its peers, indicating strong pricing power or cost advantages. The trend data is not available: both the year-over-year and quarter-over-quarter changes are marked “N/A,” and only a single historical value (69.4%) is provided for the last eight quarters, so no direction can be inferred. The combination of a very high margin level with no trend information means there is no evidence of improvement or deterioration, which limits the ability to assess forward risk or opportunity. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict because the strong margin level is positive, but the absence of trend data prevents a stronger bullish or bearish conclusion.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Gross Margin tell investors about ROP?

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 ROP's Gross Margin compare to its sector?

ROP's Gross Margin of 69.4% compares to a Industrials sector median of 29.0%, placing it in the 93th percentile.

Who are ROP's closest peers by Gross Margin?

The closest Industrials peers by Gross Margin include: POOL (29.0%), AVY (28.9%), BLDR (28.3%), BE (30.0%), SAVE (31.3%).

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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.