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XEL Gross Margin Analysis

53.1%

Updated 57h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

Gross margin is the share of revenue left after paying direct production costs, so XEL keeps 53.1 cents of every sales dollar before other expenses.

Sector Performance

60th percentile

XEL

53.1%

Sector Median

46.6%

Sector Avg

47.6%

Prior Period

44.9%(Jul 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

Gross margin is the share of revenue left after paying direct production costs, so XEL keeps 53.1 cents of every sales dollar before other expenses.

That sits above the sector median of 46.4%, placing XEL in the 60th percentile among sector peers. A year-over-year comparison is not available, but the quarter-over-quarter change is +18.3%, moving up from 44.9% in the prior period. The above-average level and sharp recent increase reduce margin-related investment risk, yet the absence of an eight-quarter trend means this improvement has no confirmed history. This metric supports the NEUTRAL verdict: the strong margin and recent gain are constructive, but the lack of longer-term data prevents a more positive assessment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Gross Margin tell investors about XEL?

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 XEL's closest peers by Gross Margin?

The closest peers by Gross Margin include: LVS (46.9%), ORLY (51.4%), MPWR (55.2%), NEM (56.0%), REI (56.0%).

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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.