Dataworks GroupASX:DWG +15.38%16 Gross Margin % is 93.92% as of Dec. 2025, which is 51% above its 10-year median of 62.26. GuruFocus rates ASX:DWG with a GF Score™ of 16/100 and a GF Value™ of A$0.28 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,681 Software companies, Dataworks Group ranks better than 96.87% on this metric.
The historical rank and industry rank for Dataworks Group's Gross Margin % or its related term are showing as below:
ASX:DWG'
s Gross Margin % Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -24.17 Med: 62.26 Max: 96.63
Current: 92.94
During the past 8 years, the highestGross Margin % of Dataworks Group was 96.63%. The lowest was -24.17%. And the median was 62.26%.
ASX:DWG's Gross Margin % is ranked better than 96.87% of 2681
companies
in the Software industry
Industry Median: 40.45
vs ASX:DWG: 92.94
Dataworks Group had a gross margin of 93.92% for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 => Durable competitive advantage
The 5-Year average Growth Rate of Gross Margin for Dataworks Group was 0.00% per year.
Dataworks Group (ASX:DWG) Gross Margin % Explanation
Warren Buffett believes that firms with excellent long term economics tend to have consistently higher margins.
Durable competitive advantage creates a high Gross Margin % because of the freedom to price in excess of cost. Companies can be categorized by their Gross Margin %
1. Greater than 40% = Durable competitive advantage
2. Less than 40% = Competition eroding margins
3. Less than 20% = no sustainable competitive advantage
Consistency of Gross Margin is key
Dataworks Group had a gross margin of 93.92% for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 => Durable competitive advantage
Be Aware
If a company loses its competitive advantages, usually its gross margin declines well before its sales declines. Watching Gross Margin % and Operating Margin % closely helps avoid value trap situations.
Dataworks Group Gross Margin % Related Terms
Dataworks Group Gross Margin % Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Dataworks Group's Gross Margin % can be seen below:
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
ASX:DWG vs MSFT, ORCL, PLTR: Gross Margin % Comparison
For the Software - Infrastructure subindustry, Dataworks Group's Gross Margin %, along with its competitors' market caps and Gross Margin % data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
Dataworks Group Gross Margin % vs Software Industry
For the Software industry and Technology sector, Dataworks Group's Gross Margin % distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Dataworks Group's Gross Margin % falls into.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
A positive Gross Profit is only the first step for a company to make a net profit. The gross profit needs to be big enough to also cover related labor, equipment, rental, marketing/advertising, research and development and a lot of other costs in selling the products.
Dataworks Group (ASX:DWG) has a Gross Margin % of 93.92% as of Dec. 2025. Gross margin is the ratio of total gross profit to net sales. View historical data on Dataworks Group and its competitors. This is 51% above median its historical median of 62.26. According to the industry distribution chart, Dataworks Group ranks #84 out of 2681 companies in the Software industry, placing it in the top 3.1%.
Is Dataworks Group's Gross Margin % too high?
Dataworks Group's current Gross Margin % of 93.92% is 51% above median its 10-year median of 62.26. The Software industry median Gross Margin % is 40.45. Dataworks Group's value of 93.92% is 132.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Dataworks Group ranks #84 out of 2681 companies in the Software industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Dataworks Group has a GF Score™ of 16/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Dataworks Group's Gross Margin % compare to MSFT and ORCL?
According to the Software industry distribution chart, Dataworks Group ranks #84 out of 2681 companies for Gross Margin %. This places Dataworks Group in the top 3% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Gross Margin % is 40.45. Dataworks Group's value of 93.92% is 132.2% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 62.26 vs. the industry median of 40.45, Dataworks Group has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Gross Margin % for a Software company?
The median Gross Margin % among Software companies is 40.45, based on 2,681 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Gross Margin % significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Gross Margin % should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Dataworks Group's current Gross Margin % of 93.92% is 132.2% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Gross Margin % mean?
A high Gross Margin % can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Gross margin is the ratio of total gross profit to net sales. View historical data on Dataworks Group and its competitors. For the Software industry, the median Gross Margin % is 40.45 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Dataworks Group's current Gross Margin % is 93.92%, which is 51% above median its own 10-year median of 62.26. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Dataworks Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Dataworks Group (ASX:DWG) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is A$0.28, compared to a current price of A$0.15 — trading 46.4% below its estimated fair value. The current Gross Margin % is 93.92%, which is 51% above median its 10-year median of 62.26 and 132.2% above the Software industry median of 40.45. Dataworks Group's overall GF Score™ is 16/100 with 6 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Gross Margin % calculated?
Gross Margin % is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Dataworks Group (ASX:DWG), the current Gross Margin % is 93.92% as of Dec. 2025. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is Dataworks Group (ASX:DWG) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Dataworks Group stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of A$0.15 is trading 46.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of A$0.28.
GuruFocus considers Dataworks Group to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for ASX:DWG:
Gross Margin %: 93.92% (51% above median its 10-year median of 62.26)
GF Value™: A$0.28 vs. price of A$0.15 (46.4% below fair value)
Industry Position: 132.2% above the Software median (#84 of 2681)
No single metric tells the full story. See the ASX:DWG stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Dataworks Group Ltd is a technology company offering a world-class software product suite designed for the secure management and analysis of sensitive data using security technology. The company specializes in providing top-tier technology solutions in the Responsible Gaming, Sports Marketing, and Data Analytics industry.
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