WABNEUTRAL

Gross Margin

36.0%

Updated 54h ago

Sector Performance

32th percentile

WAB

36.0%

Sector Median

44.7%

Sector Avg

45.2%

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Deep Analysis

Gross margin measures the percentage of revenue a company retains after covering the direct costs of producing its goods or services; a 36.0% margin means that for every dollar of sales, $0.36 remains to pay for operating expenses and profit.

Compared to sector peers, the company’s gross margin sits below the sector median of 44.6%, placing it in the 32nd percentile — meaning roughly two-thirds of peers have a higher margin. Trend data is not available: the year-over-year change and quarter-over-quarter change are both listed as N/A, as is the eight-quarter trend. The combination of a below-median margin with no trend information offers limited insight; an investor might view the current level as a potential headwind versus peers, but without a trend, it is unclear whether this is a stable weakness or an improving situation. This metric neither strongly supports nor contradicts the overall NEUTRAL verdict — the below-median level suggests a relative disadvantage, but the lack of trend data leaves the stock’s trajectory uncertain, aligning with a neutral assessment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Gross Margin tell investors about WAB?

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 WAB's closest peers by Gross Margin?

The closest peers by Gross Margin include: EXPD (14.0%), JBHT (12.6%), DVN (12.1%), F (11.9%), GM (11.5%).

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.