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TJX Gross Margin Analysis

31.3%

Updated 36h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

Gross margin is the percentage of revenue a company keeps after paying the direct costs of the goods it sells, so 31.3% means TJX retains about 31 cents from every dollar of sales before other expenses.

Sector Performance

25th percentile

TJX

31.3%

Sector Median

44.6%

Sector Avg

45.5%

Prior Period

30.9%(Apr 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

That figure sits well below the sector median of 44.6%, placing the company at the 25th percentile among its peers — meaning three-quarters of comparable firms report a higher gross margin. Trend data is unavailable: the year-over-year change is N/A and the quarter-over-quarter change is N/A, with only the current 31.3% value provided. The combination of a low margin relative to peers and no visible trend data leaves uncertainty about whether this disadvantage is improving or worsening, which adds risk to any growth assumptions. This metric does not directly contradict the NEUTRAL verdict, but it does undercut confidence in TJX's pricing power or cost efficiency compared to its sector. Overall, the 31.3% gross margin is a cautionary point that aligns with a neutral stance rather than a bullish one.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Gross Margin tell investors about TJX?

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.

Who are TJX's closest peers by Gross Margin?

The closest peers by Gross Margin include: MSCI (82.7%), SYF (82.7%), EA (82.8%), THC (83.4%), INTU (83.9%).

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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.