SAIA Gross Margin Analysis
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Key Takeaway
Gross margin is the share of revenue left after paying direct production costs, and at 18.2%, SAIA retains less than a fifth of each sales dollar.
Sector Performance
10th percentileSAIA
18.2%
Sector Median
47.4%
Sector Avg
48.1%
Prior Period
14.0%(Jul 2026)
Deep Analysis
Gross margin is the share of revenue left after paying direct production costs, and at 18.2%, SAIA retains less than a fifth of each sales dollar.
That is far below the sector median of 44.6%, placing SAIA in the 11th percentile of its peer group, meaning most competitors have healthier margins. The year-over-year change is N/A, but the quarter-over-quarter change is +30.0%, with gross margin improving from 14.0% to 18.2% over the last two reported periods. The combination of a low absolute level with a strong recent improvement suggests a company still under pressure versus peers but showing early signs of operational recovery. For an investor, the low margin is a risk factor, while the upward momentum may present an opportunity if the trend continues. This mixed picture supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict on SAIA.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Gross Margin tell investors about SAIA?
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.
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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.
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18.2%
Sector Median
47.4%
Sector Avg
48.1%
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