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SQ Gross Margin Analysis

48.0%

Higher than 21% of Technology sector peers

Updated 2552h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

SQ (SQ) has a Gross Margin of 48.0% as of May 2026.

Sector Performance

21th percentile

48.0%

Sector Median

66.3%

Sector Avg

62.2%

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Deep Analysis

SQ (SQ) has a Gross Margin of 48.0% as of May 2026.

This places SQ in the 21th percentile of the Technology sector, which has a median Gross Margin of 66.3% and a sector average of 62.2%. SQ's Gross Margin is 27.5% below the sector median. In context: Gross margin reveals pricing power and cost structure. Software companies often sustain 70–80%; manufacturers typically 30–50%. Expansion is a bullish signal.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Gross Margin tell investors about SQ?

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 SQ's Gross Margin compare to its sector?

SQ's Gross Margin of 48.0% compares to a Technology sector median of 66.3%, placing it in the 21th percentile.

Who are SQ's closest peers by Gross Margin?

The closest Technology peers by Gross Margin include: MDB (72.2%), NVDA (74.9%), CRWD (75.3%), ESTC (75.4%), CRM (76.9%).

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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.