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XOM Gross Margin Analysis

22.5%

Higher than 0% of Energy sector peers

Updated 197h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

Gross margin is the share of revenue left after paying direct production costs; at 22.5%, XOM keeps $0.225 of each sales dollar.

Sector Performance

0th percentile

XOM

22.5%

Sector Median

47.1%

Sector Avg

56.6%

Prior Period

16.7%(Aug 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

Gross margin is the share of revenue left after paying direct production costs; at 22.5%, XOM keeps $0.225 of each sales dollar.

That is below the Energy sector median of 38.1%, placing XOM in the 17th percentile among peers. The year-over-year change is N/A, the quarter-over-quarter change is +34.7%, and the 8-quarter trend direction is N/A; the available history shows a rise from 16.7% to 22.5%. A margin well below peers points to higher cost exposure, but the large sequential gain suggests recent pressure may be easing. The low level adds risk, while the upward QoQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Gross Margin tell investors about XOM?

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 XOM's Gross Margin compare to its sector?

XOM's Gross Margin of 22.5% compares to a Energy sector median of 47.1%, placing it in the 0th percentile.

Who are XOM's closest peers by Gross Margin?

The closest Energy peers by Gross Margin include: MTDR (47.1%), SU (48.8%), NOVA (44.3%), AR (39.8%), PXD (34.2%).

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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.