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ROP Gross Margin Analysis

69.7%

Higher than 91% of Industrials sector peers

Updated 1107h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

Gross Margin is the share of revenue left after paying direct production costs, and Roper’s 69.7% means it keeps nearly $0.70 of every sales dollar.

Sector Performance

91th percentile

ROP

69.7%

Sector Median

28.9%

Sector Avg

846.3%

Prior Period

69.4%(Jul 2026)

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Deep Analysis

Gross Margin is the share of revenue left after paying direct production costs, and Roper’s 69.7% means it keeps nearly $0.70 of every sales dollar.

That is far above the Industrials sector median of 29.7%, placing Roper in the 92nd percentile among peers. The year-over-year change is N/A, but quarter-over-quarter the margin rose by +0.4%, from 69.4% to 69.7%. With only two data points, the trend is too limited to confirm direction, but the slight upward move follows an already very high level. The combination of an exceptionally high margin and a small QoQ gain suggests low cost-related risk, though it also leaves little room for further expansion to drive upside. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict: the strong margin is a positive attribute, but it does not alone justify a more bullish stance.

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 69.7% compares to a Industrials sector median of 28.9%, placing it in the 91th percentile.

Who are ROP's closest peers by Gross Margin?

The closest Industrials peers by Gross Margin include: BLDR (28.1%), AVY (29.6%), POOL (29.7%), SAVE (31.3%), AAL (26.0%).

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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.